Computer Networking [Global Edition]

by James Kurose, Keith Ross

A top-down,layered approach to computer networking. Unique among computernetworking texts, the  8th Edition, Global Edition,  of thepopular  Computer A Top Down Approach  buildson the authors’ long tradition of teaching this complex subject through alayered approach in a “top-down manner.” The text works its way from theapplication layer down toward the physical layer, motivating students byexposing them to important concepts early in their study of networking.Focusing on the Internet and the fundamentally important issues of networking,this text provides an excellent foundation for students in computer science andelectrical engineering, without requiring extensive knowledge of programming ormathematics. The  8th Edition, Global Edition,  has been updatedto reflect the most important and exciting recent advances in networking,including the importance of software-defined networking (SDN) and the rapidadoption of 4G/5G networks and the mobile applications they enable.

794 pages, Paperback

Published June 10, 2021

Reviews

[Mark Seemann · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was part of the curriculum for a course I took in computer systems and networking.

While dry, you can't fault its didactics. Even difficult topics are clearly explained, with plenty of diagrams and examples that, if you stay focused, aren't too hard to follow. I'm actually quite impressed with the pedagogy on display here. Every time I found myself wondering "but what about..." the answer would be immediately forthcoming.

Still, it's not exactly entertaining.

I used to be a professional network admin back in the late nineties, and have been doing web programming since 1999, so I thought that I knew networking more than most people. Well, now I know even more about TCP/IP etc.

[Belathian · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was informative while not being an absolute slog to get through, was actually quite enjoyable. Usually these types of books annoy me to no end, but Kurose explains things in a simple and understandable way. He found a good balance between the informative and expressive.
I would've given it 4 stars but I'm giving it 5 just to spite you Mark.

[Adrian Rendek · Rating 5 out of 5]

"The book" about networking. If you have to select one book about computer networking, go no further. Very detailed, with python and wireshark examples and exercises. They also have a dedicated site for the course. Highly recommended.

[Nadira · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good overview of computer networks. Easy explanations, good structure. Helped a lot.

[Klaus · Rating 4 out of 5]

Capitulo 7 salteado, algunas partes de Capitulo 8 también (leer en otro momento)