Data Communications and Networking Using Novell Netware (4.11)

Data Communications and Networking Using Novell Netware (4.11), 1/e

Ann Beheler, Richland College

Published November, 1998 by Prentice Hall Career & Technology

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Summary

For introductory courses in Communications and Networking. Assumes a basic level of computer literacy equivalent to that gained in an introductory computer science course. This text provides a strong foundation in the concepts and terminology of both communications and networking, and features how-to, hands-on tutorials in the use of the most popular LAN product — NetWare 4.11.

Includes a balanced presentation of theory and application—giving students a solid introduction to the fundamentals of data communications and networking as well as hands-on experience using a networking program.
Introduces and explains the essential terminology and concepts of communications and of networking.
Presents the components needed to establish communications and the options available in applying each component.
Illustrates the components required to configure a local area network and the options available in applying each of them.
Provides hands-on tutorials that cover installing, using, and managing a popular LAN network—Novell's NetWare 4.11.
Includes exercises for each chapter.
The first half of the book serves as an orientation to communications and networking. The second half of the book focuses on the use of networks.
The breadth and depth of the coverage gives instructors flexibility to tailor the text to fit course requirements.
The author's clear and concise writing style carefully introduces and discusses new concepts and ideas and avoids confusing students with an overabundance of terminology and jargon.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Communication Concepts.
2. Basic Communication Concepts and Hardware.
3. Advanced Communication Hardware.
4. Communication Media.
5. Network Basics.
6. Local Area Networks.
7. Network Design Fundamentals.
8. Introduction to Novell NetWare 4.
9. NetWare 4 Installation.
10. Novell Directory Services.
11. Creating the User Account, Mappings, and Login Scripts.
12. File System Security and Organization.
13. Network Printing.
14. NDS Security.
15. Backing Up the NetWare 4.11.
16. Troubleshooting Methodology and Tidbits.
Appendix: Where to Get Product Information and Technical Support.
Glossary.
Index.