Ethernet Networking Clearly Explained,9780123264275

Ethernet Networking Clearly Explained

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ISBN13: 9780123264275
ISBN10: 0123264278
Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 1999-04-01
Publisher(s): Elsevier Science Ltd
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Summary

Ethernet Networking Clearly Explained provides an in-depth explanation of all the interrelated pieces that go into an Ethernet network. It emphasizes that making a choice in one aspect of the network design often constrains choices in other aspects. It also emphasizes current Ethernet technologies, including Gigabit Ethernet, and how these new technologies affect network design choices. In addition, readers will be exposed to issues related to maintaining and securing their networks. This book is intended for IS professionals responsible for designing and implementing an Ethernet at a single location (LANs, not WANs) and readers who may not have a networking background. * Readers will learn to design and implement Ethernet networks that include a variety of hardware and computer operating systems * Shows how emphasizing a choice in one aspect of a network's design often contstrains choices in other aspects

Author Biography

Jan L. Harrington has been working in and writing about the computer industry since 1984. She has written more than 25 books, including SQL Clearly Explained (AP Professional, 1998), Relational Database Design Clearly Explained (AP Professional, 1998), and the forthcoming Object-Oriented Database Design Clearly Explained (Morgan Kaufman Publishers, October 1999). Dr. Harrington holds a Ph.D. in Computer Science / Information System and is committed to helping computer users get the most from their investments in hardware and software.

Table of Contents

Preface xiii
What You Need to Know xv
Acknowledgments xv
Part One: Introduction
Introduction
3(16)
The Anatomy of a Network
3(16)
Parts of a Network
5(2)
Data Communications Protocols
7(2)
Network Layers
9(1)
The TCP/IP Protocol Stack
9(1)
The OSI Protocol Stack
10(1)
A Final World on Protocol Stacks
10(1)
Network Operating Systems
11(2)
What Ethernet Really Means
13(1)
Types of Ethernet
13(2)
The Speed and Bandwidth Connection
15(1)
Ethernet Standards
16(1)
A Bit of Ethernet History
16(3)
How Ethernet Works
19(14)
Ethernet Frames
19(3)
Ethernet Media Access
22(3)
Alternative Ethernet Topologies
25(2)
The Star Topology
25(2)
The Daisy-Chain Topology
27(1)
Media and Ethernet Standards
27(6)
Part Two: Transmission Media and Network Connections
Standard (10 Mbps) Ethernet
33(20)
Twisted-Pair Wire (10BASE-T)
34(7)
UTP Cabling
34(1)
UTP Cabling Lengths
35(2)
UTP Jack Wiring
37(2)
Creating 10BASE-T Network Segments Using a Hub
39(2)
The Daisy-Chain Alternative
41(1)
Fiber Optics (10BASE-F)
41(4)
Thin Coaxial Cable (10BASE2)
45(5)
Thick Coaxial Cable (10BASE5)
50(3)
Fast and Gigabit Ethernet
53(10)
Fast Ethernet Media
53(5)
Twisted-Pair Wire
54(2)
Fiber Optics
56(2)
Gigabit Ethernet Media
58(5)
Fiber Optics
58(3)
Twisted-Pair Wire
61(2)
Connecting Network Segments
63(36)
Interconnection Hardware
63(28)
Hubs (Repeaters)
64(1)
10BASE-T Unmanaged Hubs
64(3)
Managed Hubs
67(2)
Fast Ethernet Hub Considerations
69(5)
Multispeed Hubs
74(1)
Bridges (Switches) and Switching Hubs
75(2)
Switch Learning
77(2)
Looping problems
79(1)
Switch Limitations
80(1)
Routers
81(1)
TCP/IP Router Addressing
81(5)
TCP/IP Router Operations
86(1)
IPX/SPX Router Addressing and Operation
87(1)
VINES Router Addressing and Operation
87(2)
AppleTalk Router Addressing and Operation
89(1)
Router Benefits and Drawbacks
90(1)
Structured Cabling Systems
91(8)
Parts of a Structured Cabling System
92(2)
Work Area Facilities
94(1)
Horizontal Cabling Guidelines
94(1)
Outlet Wiring
95(1)
UTP Cable Wiring
96(2)
Backbone Cabling Guidelines
98(1)
Integrating Wireless Transmissions
99(14)
Using Wireless Devices to Extend a Wired Network
100(5)
Connection Hardware
101(3)
Speed
104(1)
Security
104(1)
Using Wireless Transmission to Replace Wire
105(8)
Security and Health Concerns
108(5)
Part Three: Equipping an Ethernet with Hardware and Software
Network Devices
113(18)
Workstations
113(4)
On-Site Laptop Support
114(2)
Thin Clients
116(1)
Shared Printers
117(5)
Ethernet-Compatible Printers
118(1)
PC-Based Print Servers
119(1)
External Print Servers
120(1)
Internal Print Servers
121(1)
File Servers
122(4)
Fax and E-mail Servers
126(2)
Fax Servers
127(1)
E-mail Servers
128(1)
CD-ROM Servers
128(3)
Network Protocols and Operating Systems
131(24)
Major Network Protocols
132(8)
TCP/IP
133(2)
IPX/SPX
135(1)
VINES
135(3)
AppleTalk
138(1)
NetBEUI
138(2)
Network Operating Systems
140(15)
Novell NetWare
140(1)
Network Management and Server Software
141(1)
Client Software
141(3)
Banyan VINES
144(1)
Windows NT
145(4)
UNIX
149(2)
AppleShare
151(4)
Peer-to-Peer Networking
155(24)
Windows 95 and 98
156(13)
Setting Up File Sharing
156(1)
Configuring the Computer for Networking
157(5)
Setting Network Identity
162(2)
Enable File Sharing
164(1)
Choosing Items to Be Shared and Setting Access Rights
165(1)
Connecting to Shared Resources
166(1)
Connecting to Shared Disks
166(1)
Connecting to Shared Printers
167(2)
Macintosh Operating System
169(10)
Enabling File Sharing
169(1)
Establishing a Network Identity
170(1)
Choosing EtherTalk Networking
170(1)
Creating and Activating a TCP/IP Configuration
171(2)
User Names and Passwords
173(1)
Turning on File Sharing
174(1)
Sharing Specific Disks
175(1)
Mounting a Shared Disk
175(3)
Monitoring File Sharing Activity
178(1)
Integrating Multiple Operating Systems
179(14)
Integrating Macintosh OS Computers into a Windows NT Network
180(2)
Integrating Windows Computers into a Macintosh Network
182(3)
Remote Control
185(8)
Making a Connection
187(1)
Observation and Control
187(2)
File Exchange
189(2)
Messaging
191(2)
Network Monitoring and Discovery
193(14)
Windows-Only Networks
194(13)
LANdecoder
194(3)
Network Observer
197(4)
Mixed OS Networks
201(6)
Part Four: Ethernet Solution Examples
Network Design and Simulation Software
207(20)
Network Design Tools
209(11)
The Network Hierarchy
209(1)
Choosing and Configuring Network Devices
210(1)
Device Properties
211(2)
Custom-built Icons
213(4)
Linking Network Devices
217(3)
Simulating Network Traffic
220(4)
Assigning Traffic Loads
220(2)
Running Simulations
222(2)
Documenting the Network Design
224(3)
Ethernet Example 1: Small-But-Growing Real Estate
227(6)
Business Overview
227(1)
Network Plans and Design
228(5)
Ethernet Example 2: Medium Law Firm
233(8)
The Backbone and Wiring Closets
235(3)
Connecting End-User Devices
238(3)
Ethernet Example 3: Large Insurance Company
241(10)
The Machine Room
242(2)
Departmental Subnets
244(1)
Connecting Premium Processing, Claims Processing, and Customer Services
245(6)
Premium and Claims Processing
246(1)
Customer Services
247(4)
Appendix A: Home Networking 251(1)
Home Networking Using Existing Home Wiring 252(2)
Wireless Home Networking 254(5)
Appendix B: Vendor List 259(8)
Glossary 267(14)
Index 281

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