Rechnernetze

This introductory textbook for students of computer science and engineering programs at universities and vocational academies provides a practical and easily understandable overview of the fundamentals of network technology and network architecture. It explains the prerequisites, functionality, and technical background of computer networks.

The book not only enables the assessment of technology but also assists in making practical considerations and decisions in network planning. It covers not only the basic components, transmission methods, and connection components but also strategic aspects, trends, and future development lines, while providing foundational knowledge on strategies and methods for computer networking.

The seventh edition has been completely revised, updated, and supplemented with aspects of the history of the Internet, details on IPv6 addressing, and additional practical examples using the software Wireshark.