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COMPUTER NETWORKING FIRST-STEP
This explains the basics of computer networking in easy-to-grasp language that all of us can understand. This book takes you on a guided tour of the core technologies that make up network and Internet traffic.

Your first step to computer networking begins here!
•Learn basic networking terminology
•Understand how information is routed from place to place
•Explore Internet connectivity secrets
•Protect your computer from intrusion
•Build local-area networks (LANs)

No experience needed!

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