Cisco Press eBooks

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PacketCable Implementation

Design, provision, configure, manage, and secure tomorrow’s high-value PacketCable networks

Jeff Riddel, CCIE® No. 12798

PacketCable networks use IP technology to enable a wide range of multimedia services, from IP telephony to interactive gaming and beyond. Because PacketCable-based business and residential services are central to the cable industry’s strategy for growth, the industry’s need for PacketCable expertise is expected to increase dramatically.

PacketCable Implementation is the first complete primer on PacketCable network design, provisioning, configuration, management, and security. Drawing on consulting experience with every leading cable operator, Jeff Riddel presents real-world case studies, sample network designs, configurations, and practical tips for all facets of PacketCable planning and deployment.

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LAN Switching First-Step

Your first step into the world of LAN switching

* No LAN switching experience required
* Includes clear and easily understood explanations
* Makes learning easy

Your first step to LAN switching begins here!

* Learn local-area network (LAN) key concepts and terminology
* Identify key issues involved with designing and managing a switched LAN
* Answer the question: do I need a hub, a bridge, or a switch?

Welcome to the world of LAN switching!

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Wireless Networks First-Step

Your First-Step into the World of Wireless Networks

* No experience required!
* Gain an understanding of wireless networking basics with this reader friendly guide
* The first book anyone should read about wireless networks with step-by-step instruction
* Learn from an author experienced in and known for writing to a generalist wireless audience with a clear, simple-to-understand style

As a basic introduction to wireless networking, Wireless Networks First-Step assumes that readers have no previous wireless experience. The book provides an overview of wireless networking, along with details of applicable standards and technologies. Newcomers to wireless technologies will find practical information along with an abundance of examples. Case studies throughout the chapters provide real-world implementation examples, presented in a non-technical fashion. Implementation details are discussed only to the extent that readers can identify what type of wireless network may be appropriate for their needs.

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TCP/IP First-Step

Your first step into the world of TCP/IP

* No TCP/IP experience required
* Includes clear and easily understood explanations
* Makes learning easy

Your first step to understanding TCP/IP begins here!

* Learn TCP/IP basics
* Discover the power of TCP/IP components and subcomponents
* Use hands-on activities to understand TCP/IP
* Benefit from examples that illustrate the power of TCP/IP

Welcome to the world of TCP/IP!

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Home Networking: A Visual Do-It-Yourself Guide

The only home networking book you’ll ever need

Setting up a home network doesn’t need to be difficult. You can use this easy-to-understand reference to set up your home network, secure it, and turn it into an entertainment network. Don’t be fooled by other guides-it can be this simple:

* It’s Easy-Set up your home network with this visual step-by-step guide.
* Quit Wasting Time and Money-Buy the network gadgets and equipment you need.
* Make It Secure-Use simple tips to make your network secure.
* Wow the Neighbors-Turn your home network into an entertainment network.
* What Went Wrong-Fix common problems you might encounter while setting up your network.

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Computer Networking First-Step

our first step into the world of computer networking

* No experience required
* Includes clear and easily understood explanations
* Makes learning easy

Your first step to computer networking begins here!

* Learn basic networking terminology
* Understand how information is routed from place to place
* Explore Internet connectivity secrets
* Protect your computer from intrusion
* Build local-area networks (LANs)

Welcome to the world of networking!

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Routing First-Step

Your first step into the world of routing

* No routing experience required
* Includes clear and easily understood explanations
* Makes learning easy

Your first step to understanding routing begins here!

* Learn routing basics simply and easily
* Explore how network traffic gets from here to there
* Understand routing tools and technologies
* Reinforce your understanding with chapter review questions

Welcome to the world of routing!

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