Congratulations on downloading your copy of Computer Networking First Step.

It is a source of delight to me that you chose his book as you set out on a journey to learning more about computer networking. Computer networking is an important part of our lives in the workplace, at school, and even at home, and that is why many seek to understand how computers connect with each other.

As you continue to listen, you will discover that networking is versatile and that different people may understand it differently depending on the part of the network that they are handling. However, you will understand that networks are what connect computers at the basic LAN level and even further as the networks extends over larger geographical areas.

While you may have never thought of networking in detail, this book will introduce you to the basics of networking, the different types of networks available, the types of network topologies that you will encounter, the concept of server virtualization, and details of how to handle network breaches.

The book also offers an explanation of network protocols, design, and infrastructure - information that will help you understand how computers interact with each other. There are indeed a variety of books that have been written about computer networking, and it is a privilege that you should choose this book to help you advance in the field, even in the slightest. Thank you for choosing this title. As a token of appreciation, every effort was made to ensure that this book carries only the most up-to-date information that will be useful for you, whether you are a starter at networking or are already established in the field.