Chapter 1

Introduction

Data Communication
Networks
Protocols and Standards
Standard Organizations

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Data Communication System Components

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Chapter 2

Basic Concepts

Line Configuration
Topology
Transmission Mode
Categories of Networks
Internetworks

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Point-to-Point Line Configuration

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Point-to-Point Line Configuration

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Point-to-Point Line Configuration

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Multipoint Line Configuration

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Mesh Topology

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Star Topology

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Tree Topology

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Bus Topology

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Ring Topology

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Hybrid Topology

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Simplex

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Half-Duplex

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Full-Duplex

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Local Area Network

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Local Area Network

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Metropolitan Area Network

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Wide Area Network

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Internetwork
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