Publisher's Synopsis
Do you want to find out how a computer network works? Do you want to know how to keep your network safe? This book is all you need!
Computers and the internet have changed this world and our lifestyle forever. We just need to touch a small button and within a fraction of a second, we can do almost anything! The major factor that lies behind this advanced technology is none other than computer network. That's why it's important to know how it works!
Computers need to be connected to share resources and accomplish goals but, building these networks, requires a lot of skill: addresses must be set and approved, connections need to be sure. Whether it's the local area network for your company or the wired network in your home, this book gives you the right knowledge to get it started. In particular, you will learn:
BOOK 1: NETWORKING FOR BEGINNERS
- Networking Basics - Types of computer networks and network topologies
- Network Hardware - The different network components (routers, hubs, switches, etc.).
- Network Cabling - The different cabling standards (coaxial, fiber optic cable, twisted-pair copper cable, etc.).
- Wireless Networking - Fundamental technicalities of wireless technology, how to set up and configure a computer for wireless connectivity.
- IP Addressing - Basics of IP addressing, and the different number systems (binary, decimal, and hexadecimal).
- IP Subnetting - Introduction to concepts of subnetting.
- Network Protocols - Various protocols of the TCP/IP suite.
- Internet Essentials - Different terminologies regarding the Internet, the worldwide web, and the history of the Internet.
- Virtualization in cloud computing - Concept of virtualization and cloud services.
- Network Troubleshooting - Effective network management must address all issues pertaining to hardware, administration, and end-user support, software, data management.
BOOK 2: COMPUTER NETWORKING BEGINNERS GUIDE
- Introduction to Computer Networking - Components and classifications of computer networks.
- The Basics of Network Design - How to configure a LAN, network features, and various responsibilities of network users.
- Wireless Communication Systems - How a computer network can be optimized, how to enjoy the benefits of Wi-Fi technology, an introduction to CISCO Certification Guide.
- Network Security - The most common computer network threats and fundamental guidelines on how to steer clear of such menaces.
- Hacking Network - Basics of hacking in computer networking, definitions, different methods of cybercrime, and an introduction to ethical hacking.
- Different Hacking Methods - The concept of social engineering and various hacking methods that could put your computer at risk, such as malware, keylogger, trojan horses, ransomware, etc.
- Working on a DoS attack - What is and how works one of the attacks that a hacker is likely to use to help get into their target's computer.
- Keeping Your Information Safe - How to keep our wireless network safe and some of the things that a hacker can potentially do.
