"Like its widely acclaimed predecessor, this new edition makes the essentials of LAN technology accessible to everyone ... no matter what your level of expertise." "From networking basics to cutting-edge advances, the book gradually builds understanding in a relaxed and intuitive fashion. Each individual chapter delivers both plainspoken explanations of its topic and - for the more experienced reader - plenty of technical detail." "The new edition is chock-full of the latest information on such areas, as: The most popular data links, including Ethernet, Token Ring, and FDDI ... plus a look at the new 100Base-T standard and full duplex for Ethernet; Novell NetWare client/server computing spotlighting directory services, NLSP, and burst mode; how frame switches operate, and the capabilities of Virtual LANs; and Ethernet and Token Ring switching for high-speed LANs, advanced concentrators, and bridge extensions." "In addition, the Second Edition now comes bundled with the NetIQ TestTaker software package. This unique knowledge enhancement tool makes learning about LANs even more effective and enjoyable by showing you what you know ... and precisely where to find out what you don't know."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved