Principles of Computer Networks And Communications

by M. Barry Dumas, Morris S. Schwartz

This book takes a historical approach that shows students how technologies have built upon each other so they have an appreciation of how and why current technologies exist. Beginning with an overview of the field, this text provides a historical context for information systems, setting the stage chapters that cover signaling, encoding, error-control, connections, and digital communications. Various networking technologies are also introduced to orient the reader to applications such as network security, wireless networks, and how to plan, design, and implement networks. This text is suitable for business professional who want an introduction to the field of information systems or to refresh their knowledge.

519 pages, Hardcover

First published January 18, 2007

Reviews

[Kory · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm reading this book for my ISYS302U class with the University of Richmond where I'm working towards my Information Systems degree. It's not bad for a textbook, however, it's in a topic I have a serious interest in.

[Rachel · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was good for a school book. I would pick a better book on the topic if this one wasn't required.