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New material on Internet telephony, security upgrades, and more! Here's how to build and manage a network, from the basics to the latest tools and trends Got to get the office networked by next Friday? Leave the computer science PhD for another day and pick up this easy guide. This book takes you through hardware, operating systems, connecting, network management, security, and all the other information you need to tap into the power of modern networking! Build a network from the ground up Use cables, routers, and other hardware Optimize performance Secure your network Manage network use Use the latest storage and backup tools