Cut through the technobabble with the Absolute Beginner's Guide to Networking, Second Edition, and take a graphical approach to the ins, outs, and technical details of networking. Through numerous illustrations, network maps, and easy-to-follow instructions, you'll be connected to a whole new world of networked computing-quickly and easily! Your journey begins with a historical overview of the computing industry. You'll then enter the "Networks 101" section where you'll discover the components of a network and how these pieces fit together. The book moves on to discuss what you can do in a network environment, and provides you with several examples that illustrate the use of local area networks (LANs). As you progress through the book, you'll explore some of the more advanced topics, such as remote access, interoperability, and wide area networking (WAN). With the Absolute Beginner's Guide to Networking, Second Edition, the power of networking is in your hands!