Computer Networks. Principles, Technologies, Protocols

The seventh edition of one of the best Russian textbooks on network technologies, translated into English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Chinese.

The secret to the success of this book, which has been published for over 25 years, is the constant and significant change in its content, with each new edition updating the material by 25-30%, reflecting new trends and technologies in the rapidly changing field of computer networks. At the same time, all editions retain the core that describes the fundamental principles and basic mechanisms of modern network technologies.

The materials dedicated to wireless data transmission have undergone a thorough revision, particularly focusing deeply and in detail on mobile cellular network technologies and Wi-Fi. Sections on drone networks and Iridium and Starlink satellite networks have also been added, along with descriptions of Internet of Things technologies such as ZigBee and LoRaWAN.

The materials of the book have successfully passed testing in a challenging audience consisting of listeners with a wide range of preparation levels and professional interests. Among them are students and graduate students of universities, network administrators and integrators, heads of automation departments, and teachers. The textbook is structured so that beginners gain a foundation for further study, while specialists can systematize and update their existing knowledge.