Fundamentals of Computer Networks

Contents: Foreword. Preface. 1. Basics of Computer Networks. 2. Signals and the Physical Layer. 3. The Data Link Layer. 4. The Medium Access Sub-Layer. 5. The Network Layer. 6. Congestion Control Algorithms and Internetworking. 7. The Transport Layer. 8. The Upper OSI Layers. References. Index.

The main goal of bringing out this book is to make available to the students a book that contains the subject matter that they need to know. All the concepts are explained in a simple and lucid style and in a compact way. This book begins with an introduction to computer networks, and then necessary aspects of signals area presented. Then all the layers of the OSI and TCP reference models are well explained in depth with necessary diagrams. Salient features: Sections are divided thoughtfully keeping the interest and aptitude of the students. Each chapter ends with a set of questions for students to answer. Examinations Question papers are also included in the end of the book.