Network+ Certification Bible
Jeff Bienvenu, James W. Russell, Ron Gilster, Trevor Kay, Diane McMichael Gilster · 2002
From the Publisher: Master the material for the CompTIA Network+ examTest your knowledge with assessment questions, scenario problems, and labsPractice on state-of-the-art test-preparation software The only guide you need for Network+ exam success... You're holding in your hands the most comprehensive and effective guide available for the CompTIA Network+ exam. A crack team of networking experts delivers incisive, crystal-clear explanations of every Network+ topic, highlighting exam-critical concepts and offering hands-on tips that can help you in your real-world networking career. Throughout, they provide pre-tests, exam-style assessment questions, scenario problems, and labs - everything you need to master the material and pass the exam. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Network+ exam objectives Get the scoop on network topologies and technologies, media standards, and network componentsMaster the ins and outs of MAC addresses, the OSI model, and common protocols such as TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, and TFTPGet a handle on TCP/UDP port functionality and services such as DHCP, DNS, WINS, and SNMPDelve into IP addressing, public and private networks, WANs, remote access, and security protocolsFind out how to implement VLANs, network-attached storage, fault tolerance, disaster recovery, firewalls, and proxy serversGet up to speed on network support, from client/server network configuration to troubleshooting wiring, networks, and remote connectivity Test-Prep Software on CD-ROM Customizable test engine with hundreds of sample questionsSearchable e-version of the bookObserver demo version Author Biography: Joseph J.Byrne, MCSE, MCNE, ASE, CNP, A+, Network+, is a senior systems engineer with more than twenty years of experience in networking and software development. He is the author of two previous CompTIA certification books. Diane McMichael Gilster, MCSE, i-Net+, Network+, has worked in computing and networking for more than 20 years. She is currently active as an IT certification trainer, consultant, and author. Trevor Kay, A+, and Server+, Network+, has worked as an IT helpdesk consultant, technical support specialist, and network administrator. He is also the author of Server+ Certification Bible. NIIT is a global IT solutions company that creates customized multimedia training products and has more than 2,000 training centers worldwide. James H. Russell, Linux+, Network+, is a full-time computer-book author. His most recent work is a guide to SAIR Linux and GNU certification. Ron Gilster, CCNA, A+, Server+, i-Net+, Network+, is the author of more than a dozen bestselling computer books. He has over 35 years of IT experience - most recently at a large regional wireless communications company.