Chapter 1. Network Background

• The Nature of the Network
  • Heterogeneity
  • Modularity
  • Standards
• The Scope of Networking
  • Growth Rate
  • Network Awareness
  • Network Readiness
  • Technology
• Today's Networks
  • Legacy Systems
  • The Modern Network
  • The Future
• Summary

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