This book looks at advanced computer networking. It first guides readers through network infrastructure design. The readers are then introduced to configuring static, RIPv2, OSPF, ISIS, EIGRP routing protocols, techniques for configuring Juniper router, managing the network infrastructure, analyzing network data traffic using Wireshark, network security, IPv6, Linux networking, Internet routing, and Voice over IP. After covering the entire text, readers will have gained a solid knowledge base in advanced computer networks.
In my years of teaching, I have observed that technology students prefer to learn “how to swim” after they have gotten wet and taken in a little water. Then, they are ready for more challenges. Show the students the technology, how it is used, and why, and they will take the applications of the technology to the next level. Allowing them to experiment with the technology helps them to develop a greater understanding. This book does just that.