Computer Networking : A Top-Down Approach Featuring the Internet, 3/e

Book Description

Computer Networking : A Top-Down Approach Featuring the Internet, 3/e

Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach Featuring the Internet provides a modern, top-down approach to the study of computer networking that begins with applications-level protocols and then works down the protocol stack. An early emphasis is placed on application-layer paradigms and application programming interfaces, allowing readers to get their “hands-dirty” with protocols and networking concepts in the context of applications they use daily. Proceeding through the layered network architecture in a top-down manner allows readers to focus on the network services that are needed and then, in turn, study how these services can be provided. Both the principles and practice of modern computing networking are covered.
This second edition has been updated to reflect the rapid changes in the field of networking over the last few years. The entire text and references have been updated based on changes in the field and feedback from readers of the first edition.

Features

Focuses on a specific motivating example of a network—the Internet—as well as introducing students to protocols in a more theoretical context.
Uses the layered model for the Internet (with a top-down approach), a popular approach that focuses on only the key layers that are covered in most courses.
Includes material on application programming development.
Identifies fundamental networking issues as well as approaches toward addressing these issues.
Principles and Practice boxes throughout the book demonstrate real-world applications of the principles studied.
Includes interviews with networking heavyweights and visionaries to provide students with motivational insights from experts.
Provides a comprehensive companion Web site that contains links to the most current information on, and examples of, networking concepts, and provides Java applets that animate concepts.
Material on mobility and mobile IP, peer-to-peer networking, content distribution networks, SIP, Bluetooth and more makes this the most current book available.
Expanded coverage of topics such as network security, BGP and CIDR, Internet backbones and ISPs, and more.

Contents

Computer Networks and the Internet.
Application Layer.
Transport Layer.
Network Layer and Routing.
Link Layer and Local Area Networks.
Multimedia Networking.
Security in Computer Networks.
Network Management.