Data and Computer Communications (Hardcover)

COMPUTER NETWORKS AND STANDARDIZATION
Network Goals
Network Evolution
Components of Computer Networks
Network Structure
Data Communication Network (DCN)
Network Architecture and Layered Protocol
Data Communication in OSI-RM
Standards OrganizationsLAN Applications and Performance Aspects
Local Area Network (LAN) Evolution
Current Trends in Communication Networks
BASIC CONCEPTS OF DATA COMMUNICATION
Introduction
Basic Transmission Signaling Concepts
Electrical and Voice Signals: Basic Definitions
Filters
Errors in Data Communication
Repeaters and Amplifiers
SIGNAL TRANSMISSION BASICS
Modulation and Demodulation: Basic Concepts
Analog Modulation (AM) Class
Digital Modulation (DM) Class
Modems and Standards
Multiplexers
Switching Techniques
Communication Control Interfaces
MODES OF COMMUNICATION CHANNEL
Introduction
Communication Channel
Information Coding
Character Error Detection and Correction Coding
Error Control Techniques and Standard Protocols
Terminals
TRANSMISSION MEDIA
Introduction
Communication Channel
Open-Wire Lines
Twisted Pair Wires/Cables
Coaxial Cable
Optical Fiber Communication
Wireless Communication
A Typical Broadband LAN Configuration
TELEPHONE SYSTEM
Introduction
Evolution of Telephone System
Hierarchical Model of Telephone System
Telephone Network System
Private Branch Exchange (PBAX)
Digital Carrier System (DCS)
INTRODUCTION TO LOCAL AREA NETWORKS (LANs)
Local Area Networks (LANs) Evolution
LAN Definitions and Standards
LAN Characterization
IEEE LANs
IEEE 802 Recommendations
IEEE Standard LANs
NONSTANDARD LANs AND INTERNETWORKING
Non-OSI-RM LANsDEC's Digital Network Architecture or DECnet
Internetworking DNA with other networks
LAN-to-LAN Interconnection
Internetworking devices for LANs
Wireless LANs
PHYSICAL LAYER
Introduction
Layered Protocols and Interfacing
Physical Layer Functions and Services
Physical Layer Interface Standards
Terminals
Physical Layer Primitives and Parameters
DATA LINK LAYER
Introduction
Layered Protocols and Interfacing
ISO Data Link Layer Services and Functions
Data Link Control Functions and Protocols
Data Link Control Configurations
Data Link Protocols
Error-Control Protocols
Examples of Data Link Protocols
Data Link Service Protocol Primitives and Parameters
Sublayer Service Primitives and Parameters
NETWORK LAYER
Introduction
Layered Protocols and Interfacing
ISO Network Layer Services and Functions
Network Routing Services Concepts
Sub-Network (Subnet) Interface
Packet-Switched Network (PSDN) (CCITT X.25)
Internetworking and Packet Switched Data Network Protocols
Network Routing Switching Techniques: Basic Concepts
Network Congestion Control
Value-Added Networks (VANs)
TRANSPORT LAYER
Introduction
Layered Protocol and Interfacing
ISO 8072 Transport Layer Services and Functions
Transport Layer Services Control Protocol
ISO 8073 Transport Layer Protocol Primitives and Parameters
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
Internet Protocol (IP)
SESSION LAYER
Introduction
Layered Protocol and Interfacing
ISO 8326 Session Layer Services and Functions
ISO 8326 Session Layer Service Operation
ISO 8326 Session Layer Service Primitives
ISO 8327 Session Layer Protocol Primitives and Parameters
ISO 8327 Session Layer Protocol Data Unit (SPDU)
PRESENTATION LAYER
Introduction
Layered Protocols and Interfacing
ISO 8823 8822 Presentation Layer Services and Functions
ISO 8823 8822 Presentation Layer Service Primitives
ISO 8824 8823 Presentation Layer Protocol
Presentation Context, Representation, and Notation Standards
Security
Secure Socket Layer Protocol
APPLICATION LAYER
Introduction
Layered Protocols and Interfacing
ISO Application Layer Services and Functions
Application Layer Architecture (Structure)
Application Layer Standards and Protocols
Application Layer Protocols of Proprietary LANs
INTERNET: SERVICES AND CONNECTIONS
Introduction
The Internet
Internet Addressing
Detailed Descriptions of Internet Services
INTEGRATED DIGITAL NETWORK (IDN) TECHNOLOGY
Introduction
Evolution of Digital Transmission
Digital Transmission Services
Switching Techniques
Public Networks
Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)
Layered Model of ISDN
ISDN Protocols
Broadband ISDN (B-ISDN): Why?
HIGH SPEED NETWORKS
Introduction
Applications of Integrated Networks
Evolution of High Speed and High-Bandwidth Networks
Evolution of Switching Techniques
Fiber- Distributed Data Interface (FDDI)
Switched Multimegabit Data Service (SMDS)
Frame Relay
Broadband- Integrated Services Digital Network (B-ISDN)
Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) OperationINTERNET: CONNECTIONS AND SERVICES
Introduction
Internet
Internet Addressing
Details Description of Internet Services
Gopher
CLIENT-SERVER LAN IMPLEMENTATIONCOMPUTER ARCHITECTURE
Introduction
Distributed Computing Architecture (DCA)
Components of DCSDCA
Client-Server Computing Architecture
Client-Server Models
Client-Server Operating Systems
Graphical User Interface (GUI) ToolsX-Window System and GUI Tools
Toolkits
Client-Server LAN Implementations
Case StudyStudies
ACRONYMS
GLOSSARY
INDEX