Networking Fundamentals: A Comprehensive Guide (2020 Edition)
Build a solid foundation in networking with this networking fundamentals complete guide. Designed for beginners and IT professionals alike, this 2020 edition delivers a clear and updated explanation of core networking concepts, protocols, hardware, and real-world practices essential for careers in system administration, cybersecurity, and cloud computing.
What You’ll Learn
- Core networking concepts: IP addressing, DNS, DHCP, NAT
- OSI and TCP/IP models explained in detail
- Network topologies, devices, and architecture
- Wired vs wireless networking principles
- Routing and switching basics
- Introduction to firewalls, VPNs, and network security
- Hands-on setup of home and small business networks
Requirements
- No prior networking experience required
- Basic understanding of computers and the internet
- Willingness to learn through practical scenarios
Book Description
This networking fundamentals complete guide serves as a clear and practical introduction to the world of computer networks. It explains how data moves across the internet, how different devices communicate, and how network configurations and troubleshooting are carried out in the real world.
Starting from basic terminology, the guide walks readers through concepts like IP addressing, subnetting, protocols like HTTP, FTP, and SMTP, and physical hardware including routers, switches, and access points. The book then progresses into wireless networking, LAN and WAN setups, and essential tools for diagnosing network problems.
Ideal for students, self-learners, and those preparing for certifications like CompTIA Network+, this guide is filled with diagrams, examples, and mini projects that reinforce every topic covered.
About the Author
Authored by a certified network engineer with over a decade of IT experience, this guide combines theory with hands-on knowledge, ensuring readers walk away with both understanding and applicable skills.
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