We now stand at a critical turning point in the use of technology to
extend and empower our ability to communicate. The globalization of the
Internet has succeeded faster than anyone could have imagined. The
manner in which social, commercial, political and personal interactions
occur is rapidly changing to keep up with the evolution of this global
network. In the next stage of our development, innovators will use the
Internet as a starting point for their efforts, creating new products
and services specifically designed to take advantage of the network
capabilities. As developers push the limits of what is possible, the
capabilities of the interconnected networks that form the Internet will
play an increasing role in the success of these projects.
This chapter introduces the platform of data networks upon
which our social and business relationships increasingly depend. The
material lays the groundwork for exploring the services, technologies,
and issues encountered by network professionals as they design, build,
and maintain the modern network.
Reviewed by Nasu
on
11:53 AM
Rating: