Computer Networks, 6th Edition

This print textbook is available for students to rent for their classes.

The Pearson print rental program provides students with affordable access to learning materials, so they come to class ready to succeed. For courses in Business Data Communication and Networking. An introduction to computer networking grounded in real-world examples In Computer Networks, Tanenbaum et al. explain how networks work from the inside out. They start with the physical layer of networking, computer hardware and transmission systems, then work their way up to network applications.

Each chapter follows a consistent approach: The book presents key principles, then illustrates them utilizing real-world example networks that run through the entire book - the Internet, and wireless networks, including Wireless LANs, broadband wireless, and Bluetooth. The 6th Edition is updated throughout to reflect the most current technologies, and the chapter on network security is rewritten to focus on modern security principles and actions. Tutorial videos on key networking topics and techniques are available to students on the companion website.

Instructors are supported with a Solutions Manual to end-of-chapter exercises featured in the book, Lecture PowerPoint slides, and extracted art and figures featured in the book.

Book Details

• Authors: Andrew S. Tanenbaum, Nick Feamster, David J. Wetherall
• Publisher: Pearson
• Edition: 6th Edition
• eBook ISBN: 9780135407981, 0135407982
• Print ISBN: 9780136764052, 0136764053
• Other ISBNs: 9780135408001, 9780136958505