Keep current with the most up-to-date technologies
• NEW - Coverage of modern cellular architectures includes 4G and 5G networks to reflect the most current technology.
• NEW - Ethernet and wireless networks material, specifically 40- and 100-gigabit Ethernet, 802.11.ac, 802.11ad, and 802.11ax, have been added.
• NEW - Emerging technology discussions cover topics such as virtualization and SDN.
• UPDATED - Audio and video streaming technology discussions include MPEG-DASH.
Learn computer networks from the inside out
• The text’s unique structure and organization present learning from the base, physical layer of networks, including cable networks and satellites, to the data link layer, to the network and transportation layer, and finally to the application layer. Students will understand all aspects of networking and how the different layers affect one another.
• UPDATED - Additional readings suggested to expand students’ understanding.
Understand current issues in the computer networking world
• UPDATED - Chapter 8, focusing on security, is completely overhauled to focus more effectively on network security and security incidents in practice, including security principles, fundamental attack techniques, defenses, and a wide range of systems-related security issues.
• UPDATED - Policy is now covered in several chapters.
• UPDATED - Discussion of DOCSIS a widely used access network (Internet over cable).
New to This Edition
Keep current with the most up-to-date technologies
• Coverage of modern cellular architectures includes 4G and 5G networks to reflect the most current technology.
• Ethernet and wireless networks material, specifically 40- and 100-gigabit Ethernet, 802.11.ac, 802.11ad, and 802.11ax, have been added.
• Emerging technology discussions cover topics such as virtualization and SDN.
• UPDATED - Audio and video streaming technology discussions include MPEG-DASH.
Learn computer networks from the inside out
• UPDATED - Additional readings suggested to expand students’ understanding.
Understand current issues in the computer networking world
• UPDATED - Chapter 8, focusing on security, is completely overhauled to focus more effectively on network security and security incidents in practice, including security principles, fundamental attack techniques, defenses, and a wide range of systems-related security issues.
• UPDATED - Policy is now covered in several chapters.
• UPDATED - Discussion of DOCSIS a widely used access network (Internet over cable).