Network Architecture and Design takes readers through every phase of a new project from client meetings, site surveys, data collection and interpretation, documentation to actually designing and implementing the network according to spec. The discussion includes:
- An overview of LAN and WAN topologies
- Coverage of NOS (Novell Operating System)
- Integration of the client operating system (this 50% of network architecture is often overlooked in similar titles)
- Protocols
- Connectivity Devices
- Implementing Remote Access
- Security
- Internet connectivity
- Network Monitoring
In addition, the author has prepared a sample of client documentation, a glossary of terms and a trouble shooting quick reference guide.