It would be nice to have some of the information factored out, with some of the highlights available as lecture materials. On its own though, I feel this would be a strong resource to use in a computer networking course. The book covers all the major topics required for a computer networking course.
Yes, this book is accurate in the major areas that the reviewer read. The entire text was not reviewed. Yes, the book is up-to-date with the major concepts that do not change e. However, some networking technologies will need to be updated as advancements are made e.
Yes, the text is clearly written. However, the content is very technical and would be challenging for a non-technical person to understand all aspects. It is very straight-forward and appropriate for a technical audience. Yes the book is very modular and provides many small sections within each chapter for specific topics.
The flow of the book is similar to other networking books in that is starts with an introduction then provides additional details in following chapters. This book would be appropriate for an instructor with a strong background in teaching networking and using a more technical approach.
An Introduction to Computer Networks is a free and open general-purpose computer-networking textbook, complete with diagrams and exercises. Particular attention is paid to congestion; other special topics include queuing, real-time traffic, network management, security and the ns simulator.
The book is suitable as the primary text for an undergraduate or introductory graduate course in computer networking, as a supplemental text for a wide variety of network-related courses, and as a reference work. His research interests are in programming languages and computer networks. Content Accuracy rating: 5 The author presents the material in an unbiased manner. Clarity rating: 2 The text was difficult to read because precise definitions and content were not provided.
Other textbooks and internet sources were used to look up definitions and refresh understanding of technical terms and concepts Consistency rating: 4 The terminology, framework, and chapter exercises followed a consistent approach.
Modularity rating: 4 The layout of the book is easy to understand and follow. Interface rating: 3 The text is free of navigation problems. Grammatical Errors rating: 4 The text was free of grammatical errors. Cultural Relevance rating: 5 The text is appropriate for globally-based students. Comments Many computer concept textbooks have associated software that helps student learn topics and practice.
Content Accuracy rating: 5 All information presented is accurate. Clarity rating: 5 Material is presented in a clear manner, but does require a prior basic understanding of computer networking.
Consistency rating: 5 Consistency of presentation and methodology is maintained throughout the text. Interface rating: 5 The PDF version is easy to read and navigate. Grammatical Errors rating: 5 I found no grammatical errors.
Cultural Relevance rating: 5 This is not applicable to this topic. Comments The callout boxes provide a visual break for readers and increase learning with interesting facts and supporting information. Content Accuracy rating: 5 The content is accurate and unbiased. Clarity rating: 4 The text is easy to read but some advanced sections e. Consistency rating: 5 The text is consistent in using terminology and framework.
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