Gigabit Networking

We are fast entering the age of gigabit networking, where information is passed along wide area and local area networks at speeds surpassing one billion bits per second. With improvements in fiber optic signalling and the development of inexpensive high-performance computers, both the capability and the demand for gigabit networking are here.As a networking professional who needs to prepare for the immediate future of computer networking, you will findGigabit Networkinga fascinating and practical look at the advances that are making high-speed networking a reality. Key technologies, important protocols, applications, and the practical issues involved in implementing gigabit networks are all addressed. The book covers in detail such topics as: Fiber optics (written for non-engineers) Cell and non-cell networking, including Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) Exciting applications that utilize gigabit networking Integrating gigabit networking into existing systems Adapting today's protocols for gigabit networking In addition to the current status of the technology,Gigabit Networkinglooks ahead to the ongoing research that will shape the future of gigabit networking.This important book will bring you up to date on the state of gigabit networking, and will give you the knowledge you need to launch yourself into the age of truly high-speed networking."'Gigabit Networksby Craig Partridge is an excellent resource on networks performance issues and talks in detail about microkernal designs.' As you can see the reviewer referenced this book by Prentice Hall by mistake - there will be a correction in an upcoming issue." -Unix Review"The discussion on ATM cell networking, for instance, is excellent. Partridge (Gigabit Networking) clearly has a good grasp of this subject (and I hope he'll write more on ATMs in the future.)" -Dr. Dobb's Developer Update"I would recommend this book (Gigabit Networking) to everybody who is interested in computer networks." -Computing Reviews 0201563339B04062001Partridge, Craig is the author of 'Gigabit Networking' with ISBN 9780201563337 and ISBN 0201563339.