Networking Fundamentals, 3rd Edition

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Networking Fundamentals was written for individuals wishing to pursue a career in information technology with a specific focus on networking and network administration. The text provides specific content about information technology as well as career information that is needed for employment. It is an introductory text, so no previous networking experience is required. This text is aligned to the most recent CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam objectives. By studying Networking Fundamentals and using the ancillary study guide and lab manual, student can improve their chances of earning an industry-recognized certification.

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Networking Fundamentals was written for individuals wishing to pursue a career in information technology with a specific focus on networking and network administration. The text provides specific content about information technology as well as career information that is needed for employment. It is an introductory text, so no previous networking experience is required. This text is aligned to the most recent CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam objectives.
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The Online Learning Suite offers a complete learning package that is accessible through any Internet-enabled device, including computers, smartphones, and tablets. Students can study in the classroom or on the go: whenever or wherever it is most convenient. Instructional materials included are: Online Textbook All content from the print textbook is included with exact page reproductions to ensure that students do not miss any important information or illustrations. Navigation is easy with a linked table of contents, and the search function helps students to easily find information. Online Study Guide This is an exact reproduction of the printed study guide with features that provide options to meet classroom needs. Pages can be printed on demand for assignment, or students can complete their assignments online using embedded form fields and then print or e-mail the results for grading. Online Lab Manual This is an exact reproduction of the printed lab manual with features that provide options to meet classroom needs. Pages can be printed on demand for assignment, or students can complete their assignments online using embedded form fields and then print or e-mail the results for grading.
Online Learning Suite, 6yr. Classroom Subscription (min. 15)		978-1-63563-450-1
The Online Learning Suite offers a complete learning package that is accessible through any Internet-enabled device, including computers, smartphones, and tablets. Students can study in the classroom or on the go: whenever or wherever it is most convenient. Instructional materials included are: Online Textbook All content from the print textbook is included with exact page reproductions to ensure that students do not miss any important information or illustrations. Navigation is easy with a linked table of contents, and the search function helps students to easily find information. Online Study Guide This is an exact reproduction of the printed study guide with features that provide options to meet classroom needs. Pages can be printed on demand for assignment, or students can complete their assignments online using embedded form fields and then print or e-mail the results for grading. Online Lab Manual This is an exact reproduction of the printed lab manual with features that provide options to meet classroom needs. Pages can be printed on demand for assignment, or students can complete their assignments online using embedded form fields and then print or e-mail the results for grading.
Bundle (Text + Online Learning Suite, 6yr. Classroom Subscription) (min. 15)		978-1-63563-716-8
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Integrate Goodheart-Willcox content within your Learning Management System for a seamless user experience for both you and your students. LMS-ready content in Common Cartridge format facilitates single sign-on integration and gives you control of student enrollment and student data. With a Common Cartridge integration, you can access the LMS features and tools you are accustomed to using and G-W course resources in one convenient location—your LMS. When you incorporate G-W content into your courses via Common Cartridge, you have the flexibility to customize and structure the content to meet the educational needs of your students. You may also choose to add your own content to the course. Students purchase their Individual Access Key Code packets from the school bookstore. After accessing their course via your LMS, the student simply enters their Access Key Code for instant access to all student content. Ready to purchase or receive a quote? Submit your request here! CONTENT Online Textbook Online Study Guide (with digital form fields) Online Lab Manual (with digital form fields) INSTRUCTOR RESOURCES Online Instructor Resources provide access to the instructor support materials used most, all in one convenient location. Resource materials include the Introduction, Instructional Strategies, Pacing Charts, and Rubrics. Chapter resource content includes Answer Keys, Lesson Plans, and Presentations for PowerPoint®. Assessment Software & Question Pools includes the Respondus Test Bank Network and Question Pools for Other Learning Management Systems. Files are provided in various formats (PDF, DOCX, PPSX, PPTX, and ZIP). These types of files will require compatible programs.
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Integrate Goodheart-Willcox content within your Learning Management System for a seamless user experience for both you and your students. LMS-ready content in Common Cartridge format facilitates single sign-on integration and gives you control of student enrollment and student data. With a Common Cartridge integration, you can access the LMS features and tools you are accustomed to using and G-W course resources in one convenient location—your LMS. When you incorporate G-W content into your courses via Common Cartridge, you have the flexibility to customize and structure the content to meet the educational needs of your students. You may also choose to add your own content to the course. Students log into your LMS and access their course. They then select an activation link on their first visit for instant access to all student content. Ready to purchase or receive a quote? Submit your request here! CONTENT Online Textbook Online Study Guide (with digital form fields) Online Lab Manual (with digital form fields) INSTRUCTOR RESOURCES Online Instructor Resources provide access to the instructor support materials used most, all in one convenient location. Resource materials include the Introduction, Instructional Strategies, Pacing Charts, and Rubrics. Chapter resource content includes Answer Keys, Lesson Plans, and Presentations for PowerPoint®. Assessment Software & Question Pools includes the Respondus Test Bank Network and Question Pools for Other Learning Management Systems. Files are provided in various formats (PDF, DOCX, PPSX, PPTX, and ZIP). These types of files will require compatible programs.
Laboratory Manual		978-1-63563-445-7
The Networking Fundamentals laboratory manual provides a variety of hands-on, laboratory experiences to supplement the textbook. These activities allow the students to apply the concepts that they have learned in the text and provide an opportunity to perform real-world networking tasks. Review questions at the end of each lab reinforce students' understanding of the practicality and purpose of the activities.
Study Guide		978-1-63563-444-0
Organized to follow the textbook on a chapter-by-chapter basis, providing questions to help the student review the material presented in the chapter. This supplement is a consumable resource, designed with perforated pages so that a given chapter can be removed and turned in for grading or checking.
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The Online Instructor Resources 1yr. Subscription provides 365 days of individual access to the classroom materials used most—all in one convenient location. This provides instructor access to the online textbook, study guide, lab manual, answer keys, lesson plans, presentations for PowerPoint®, and Respondus Test Bank Network access with question banks.
Online Instructor Resources, 6yr. Individual Subscription		978-1-63563-454-9	‡
The Online Instructor Resources 6yr. Subscription provides 6 years of individual access to the classroom materials used most—all in one convenient location. This provides instructor access to the online textbook, study guide, lab manual, answer keys, lesson plans, presentations for PowerPoint®, and Respondus Test Bank Network access with question banks. Ready to preview or receive a quote? Contact your Educational Consultant!
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Networking Fundamentals, 2nd Edition

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Networking
2. Network Media—Copper-Core Cable
3. Fiber-Optic Cable
4. Wireless Technology
5. Digital Encoding and Data Transmission
6. Network Operating Systems and Network Communication
7. Microsoft Network Operating Systems
8. Unix/Linux Operating Systems
9. Introduction to Servers
10. TCP/IP Fundamentals
11. Subnetting
12. Additional Transmission Modalities
13. Web Servers and Services
14. Remote Access and Long-Distance Communication
15. Network Security
16. Maintaining the Network
17. Fundamentals of Troubleshooting a Network
18. Designing and Installing a New Networking
19. Network+ Certification Exam Preparation
20. Employment in the Field of Networking Technology
Appendix A List of Networking Acronyms
Appendix B Binary Math
Appendix C Number Conversion
Appendix D Table of Standard ASCII Characters

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Front Matter (g-wonlinetextbooks.com, Information Technology)

Chapter 2 (g-wonlinetextbooks.com, Information Technology)

Chapter 15 (g-wonlinetextbooks.com, Information Technology)

About the Author(s)

Richard M. Roberts - has designed curriculum; taught electricity, electronics, and computer technology; and supervised technical teachers for 45 years. He is currently an adjunct instructor at South Florida Community College. His time is divided between consulting, teaching students and instructors, and writing instructional materials. He also authored the Computer Service and Repair textbook and coauthored the Electricity and Electronics textbook.

Chuck Easttom - has over 25 years of IT experience, holds two master degrees, has 42 industry certifications, and 13 computer science patents. In addition to his two master degrees, he is currently working on a third and a doctorate. He is also the author of 25 computer science books aside from Networking Fundamentals. Chuck is a frequent speaker at cybersecurity and computer science conferences.