Book I
Networking Basics
Contents at a Glance
Chapter 1: Introducing Computer Networks
Purpose of Computer Networks
Operation Flow of Computer Networks
Topologies of Computer Networks
Chapter 2: The OSI Reference Model
Introduction to the OSI Reference Model
Seven Layers
Benefits of the OSI Reference Model
Chapter 3: Introducing the TCP/IP Protocol Suite
Introduction to the TCP/IP Protocol Suite
Layer 7: Application
Layer 6: Presentation
Layer 5: Session
Layer 4: Transport
Layer 3: Network
Layer 2: Data Link
Layer 1: Physical
Chapter 4: Data Encapsulation
Introducing Data Encapsulation
Chapter 5: Binary, Hexadecimal, and Decimal Numbering Systems
Decimal Numbers
Binary Numbers
Hexadecimal Numbers
Chapter 6: Local-Area Networks (LANs)
Introduction to Local-Area Networks
Ethernet Networking
Ethernet Standards
Ethernet in the OSI Model
Chapter 7: Introducing Wide-Area Networks (WANs)
Introducing Wide-Area Networks
Dedicated Leased Line Connections
Circuit-Switched Connections
Packet-Switched Connections
Cell-Switched Connections
Chapter 8: Introducing Wireless Networks
Benefits and Costs of Wireless Networks
Security Risks
Chapter 9: Network Design
Cisco Hierarchical Network Model
Core Layer
Distribution Layer
Access Layer
Benefits
Chapter 10: Introducing Cisco Hardware and Software
Introducing Cisco Products
Introducing Cisco Device Configurations
Meet the Cisco IOS User Interface ...
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