Network Architecture & Design "A Field Guide for IT Professionals"

Network Architecture and Design takes readers through every phase of a new project from client meetings, site surveys, data collection and interpretation, documentation to actually designing and implementing the network according to spec. The discussion includes:An overview of LAN and WAN topologies Coverage of NOS (Novell Operating System) Integration of the client operating system (this 50% of network architecture is often overlooked in similar titles) Protocols Connectivity Devices Implementing Remote Access Security Internet connectivity Network MonitoringIn addition, the author has prepared a sample of client documentation, a glossary of terms and a trouble shooting quick reference guide.