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An Engineering Approach to Computer Networking: ATM Networks, the Internet, and the Telephone Network

An Engineering Approach to Computer Networking: ATM Networks, the Internet, and the Telephone Network

Author(s):
  • S. Keshav
    • Author: S. Keshav
    • ISBN:9788131711453
    • 10 Digit ISBN:8131711455
    • Price:Rs. 1235.00
    • Pages:644
    • Imprint:Pearson Education
    • Binding:Paperback
    • Status:Available


    Ratings:

    This book provides and introduction to the inner workings of computer networks, taking a unique 'engineering' approach that helps readers gain insight into not just how but also why networks work the way they do.

    Table of Content

    • Preface
    • Introduction
    • Atoms, Bits, and Networks
    • The Telephone Network: Concepts, History, and Challenges
    • The Internet: Concepts, History, and Challenges
    • ATM Networks: Concepts, History, and Challenges
    • Tools and Techniques
    • Protocol Layering
    • System Design
    • Multiple Access
    • Switching
    • Scheduling
    • Naming and Addressing
    • Routing
    • Error Control
    • Flow Control
    • Traffic Management
    • Protocol Implementation
    • Common Protocols
    • Protocol Implementation
    • References
    • Glossary
    • Answers to Review Questions and Selected Exercises
    • Index

    Salient Features

    • The first practical treatment of ATM
    • Discusses the three major networks: telephone, Internet, and ATM