Data Communication Principles

1. Front Matter

   Pages i-xvii

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2. Computer Communications Networks - Introduction

   Pages 1-16

3. Network Architectures - Examples

   Pages 17-53

4. Network and User Data

   Pages 55-99

5. The Physical Layer

   Pages 101-130

6. Data Link Control Layer Functions and Procedures

   Pages 131-169

7. Data Link Control Layer Protocol Examples

   Pages 171-200

8. Multiplexing and Carrier Systems

   Pages 201-222

9. The Network and Higher Layer Functions

   Pages 223-236

10. Performance Models for Data Networks

    Pages 237-266

11. Back Matter

    Pages 267-276

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Data Communication Principles for Fixed and Wireless Networks focuses on the physical and data link layers. Included are examples that apply to a diversified range of higher level protocols such as TCP/IP, OSI and packet based wireless networks. Performance modeling is introduced for beginners requiring basic mathematics. Separate discussion has been included on wireless cellular networks performance and on the simulation of networks. Throughout the book, wireless LANS has been given the same level of treatment as fixed network protocols. It is assumed that readers would be familiar with basic mathematics and have some knowledge of binary number systems.
Data Communication Principles for Fixed and Wireless Networks is for students at the senior undergraduate and first year graduate levels. It can also be used as a reference work for professionals working in the areas of data networks, computer networks and internet protocols.

• TCP/IP
• Wireless LAN
• communication
• computer
• computer communications
• computer network
• modeling
• network
• simulation

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