Networking All-in-One For Dummies, 6th Edition

Are you ready to build a network, but aren’t sure where to start? Networking All-In-One For Dummies, 6th Edition walks you through the basics. With nine self-contained minibooks that feature the latest updates on networking trends, including revised content for Windows 10 and Windows Server 2016, as well as updated coverage of broadband technologies, storage, and back-up, this fully-updated text will become your go-to guide for network development. This easy-to-understand guide gives you everything you need to dive into the network development game.

Networking entails the connection of two or more computers, allowing them to share resources and exchange data. This is essential in the workplace, and has become highly popular in home settings as more and more people are connecting their home computers. Whether you’re a network administrator or someone who wants to create a home-based network, understanding how to build your network effectively is critical to your success.

• Learn networking basics, including what a network is and how to build one
• Understand how to effectively carry out network administration while maintaining high levels of security
• Explore different types of networking, including wireless and mobile
• Leverage the most up to date information that covers the latest networking trends and practices

Networking All-In-One For Dummies, 6th Edition is the best-selling resource you need to catch up on the latest networking tools and trends.

Table of Contents

Book I Planning a Network
Chapter 1 Understanding Networks
Chapter 2 Planning a Network
Chapter 3 Installing Network Hardware
Chapter 4 Setting Up a Server
Chapter 5 Configuring Windows Clients
Chapter 6 Mac Networking
Chapter 7 Configuring Other Network Features
Chapter 8 Setting Up a Wireless Network

Book II Network Administration
Chapter 1 Help Wanted: Job Description for a Network Administrator
Chapter 2 Security 101
Chapter 3 Managing User Accounts
Chapter 4 Firewalls and Virus Protection
Chapter 5 Blocking Spam
Chapter 6 Managing Network Software
Chapter 7 Solving Network Problems
Chapter 8 Backing Up Your Data
Chapter 9 Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Planning

Book III Protocols
Chapter 1 Understanding Network Protocols and Standards
Chapter 2 Introduction to TCP/IP and the Internet
Chapter 3 Understanding IP Addresses
Chapter 4 Using DHCP
Chapter 5 Using DNS
Chapter 6 Using FTP
Chapter 7 TCP/IP Tools and Commands

Book IV Going Virtual
Chapter 1 Introducing Virtualization
Chapter 2 Working with Hyper‐V
Chapter 3 Working with VMware
Chapter 4 Virtualizing Your Desktops

Book V Remote Networking
Chapter 1 Managing Mobile Devices
Chapter 2 Working with VPN for Remote Access
Chapter 3 Using Remote Desktop Access
Chapter 4 Using Remote Assistance

Book VI Cloud Networking
Chapter 1 Cloudy with a Chance of Gigabytes
Chapter 2 Using Essential Cloud Services
Chapter 3 Administering Office 365
Chapter 4 Using SharePoint Online

Book VII Windows Server 2016 Reference
Chapter 1 Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2016
Chapter 2 Managing Windows Server 2016
Chapter 3 Dealing with Active Directory
Chapter 4 Managing Windows User Accounts
Chapter 5 Managing a File Server
Chapter 6 Using Group Policy
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
Chapter 8 Windows Commands

Book VIII Using Other Windows Servers
Chapter 1 Using Internet Information Services
Chapter 2 Managing Exchange Server 2016
Chapter 3 Using SQL Server 2014

Book IX Managing Linux Systems
Chapter 1 Installing a Linux Server
Chapter 2 Getting Used to Linux
Chapter 3 Basic Linux Network Configuration
Chapter 4 Running DHCP and DNS
Chapter 5 Doing the Samba Dance
Chapter 6 Running Apache
Chapter 7 Running Sendmail
Chapter 8 Running FTP
Chapter 9 Linux Commands

Appendix A undefined
Appendix B: Glossary