Data Communications and Networking, 6th Edition, teaches the principles of networking using TCP/IP protocol suite. It employs a bottom-up approach where each layer in the TCP/IP protocol suite is built on the services provided by the layer below. ...
This new networking text follows a top-down approach. The presentation begins with an explanation of the application layer, which makes it easier for students to understand how network devices work, and then, with the students fully engaged, the a...
Behrouz A. Forouzan is a Professor at DeAnza College where he is involved in the development of Computer Information System courses. In addition he provides system development consulting with several companies. In addition to C and C++ books, Forouzan is the author of several other successful books, including Computer Networks: A Top-Down Approach, TCP/IP Protocol Suite, and Local Area Networks. Richard F. Gilberg is a retired Professor of Computer Science from DeAnza College where his classes were primarily in computer programming, data structures, and web site development. Prior to joining DeAnza College, Mr. Gilberg worked for a large aerospace company as a programmer, analyst, and manager. He has co-authored six computer science textbooks with Mr. Forouzan.