Networking all-in-one for dummies / by Doug Lowe.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lowe, Doug, author.

Series:

--For dummies.

--For dummies

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Computer networks.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (827 p.)

Edition:

6th ed.

Place of Publication:

Hoboken, New Jersey : John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2016.

Summary:

Are you ready to build a network, but aren't sure where to start? Networking All-In-One For Dummies, 6th Edition walks you through the basics. With nine self-contained minibooks that feature the latest updates on networking trends, including revised content for Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016, as well as updated coverage of broadband technologies, storage, and back-up, this fully-updated text will become your go-to guide for network development. This easy-to-understand guide gives you everything you need to dive into the network development game. Networking entails the connection of two or more computers, allowing them to share resources and exchange data. This is essential in the workplace, and has become highly popular in home settings as more and more people are connecting their home computers. Whether you're a network administrator or someone who wants to create a home-based network, understanding how to build your network effectively is critical to your success. Learn networking basics, including what a network is and how to build one Understand how to effectively carry out network administration while maintaining high levels of security Explore different types of networking, including wireless and mobile Leverage the most up to date information that covers the latest networking trends and practices Networking All-In-One For Dummies, 6th Edition is the best-selling resource you need to catch up on the latest networking tools and trends.

Contents:

Title Page; Table of Contents; Introduction; About This Book; Foolish Assumptions; Icons Used in This Book; Beyond the Book; Where to Go from Here; Book I: Planning a Network; Chapter 1: Understanding Networks; Defining a Network; Comparing Clients and Servers; Understanding Dedicated Servers and Peers; Seeing Networks Big and Small; Looking Closer at Servers; Chapter 2: Planning a Network; Making a Network Plan; Being Purposeful; Taking Stock; To Dedicate or Not to Dedicate: That Is the Question; Considering Server Roles; Choosing a Server Operating System; Considering Cable

Surmising SwitchesPlanning the Network Topology; Planning the TCP/IP Implementation; Drawing Diagrams; More Questions Your Network Plan Should Address; Chapter 3: Installing Network Hardware; Working with Cable; Installing Switches; Daisy-Chaining Switches; Chapter 4: Setting Up a Server; The Many Ways to Install a Server Operating System; Gathering Your Stuff; Making Informed Decisions; Final Preparations; Installing a Server operating system; Configuring Your Server; Chapter 5: Configuring Windows Clients; Configuring Network Connections; Joining a Domain; Chapter 6: Mac Networking

Basic Mac Network SettingsJoining a Domain; Connecting to a Share; Chapter 7: Configuring Other Network Features; Configuring Network Printers; Mapping Network Drives; Chapter 8: Setting Up a Wireless Network; Diving into Wireless Networking; A Little High School Electronics; Eight-Oh-Two-Dot-Eleventy Something? (Or, Understanding Wireless Standards); Home on the Range; Wireless Network Adapters; Wireless Access Points; Roaming; Configuring a Wireless Access Point; Connecting to a Wireless Network; Paying Attention to Wireless Network Security; Book II: Network Administration

Chapter 1: Help Wanted: Job Description for a Network AdministratorKnowing What Network Administrators Do; Choosing the Part-Time Administrator; Establishing Routine Chores; Managing Network Users; Patching Up Your Operating System and Software; Discovering Software Tools for Network Administrators; Building a Library; Getting Certified; Gurus Need Gurus, Too; Helpful Bluffs and Excuses; Chapter 2: Security 101; Do You Need Security?; Considering Two Approaches to Security; Physical Security: Locking Your Doors; Securing User Accounts; Hardening Your Network; Securing Your Users

Chapter 3: Managing User AccountsExploring What User Accounts Consist Of; Looking at Built-In Accounts; Assigning User Rights; Controlling User Access with Permissions (Who Gets What); Assigning Permissions to Groups; Understanding User Profiles; Automating Tasks with Logon Scripts; Chapter 4: Firewalls and Virus Protection; Firewalls; The Many Types of Firewalls; The Built-In Windows Firewall; Virus Protection; Using Windows Action Center; Chapter 5: Blocking Spam; Defining Spam; Sampling the Many Flavors of Spam; Using Antispam Software; Understanding Spam Filters

Looking at Three Types of Antispam Software

Notes:

"Making Everything Easier!"--Cover.

Description based on print version record.

ISBN:

1-119-15474-X

1-119-15473-1