Here is a list of our most current books, in their most recent editions. Each contains a link to Amazon.com, where you can find out more, read reviews, and get our books delivered right to your door.
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Green IT
Green IT: Reduce Your Information System's Environmental Impact While Adding to the Bottom Line
This groundbreaking work offers a complete roadmap for adopting green techniques within IT. The book provides both the business case for change along with a technological, step-by-step plan to ensure an IT department makes as little impact on the environment--and the budget--as possible. You will find a global perspective, focusing on how to minimize impact domestically and abroad. U.S. and international regulations, initiatives, and standards are included.
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Windows Vista Administration
Microsoft Windows Vista Administration
This in-depth implementation guide teaches astute users and system administrators how to effectively deploy and manage Microsoft Windows Vista within an enterprise environment.
You will learn how to efficiently and effectively use the all-new features such as Windows Defender, Network Access Protection, Windows Service Hardening, and Active Directory.
Set up and manage Windows Vista in the enterprise using the detailed information contained in this authoritative resource. Microsoft Windows Vista Administration shows you how to leverage Vista's powerful new productivity, security, and management tools to give your business the competitive edge.
Inside, you'll learn to design and implement Windows Vista installation and migration plans, create network connections, configure Internet services, and utilize Vista's remote access features. You'll also learn to secure your Windows Vista environment, proactively prevent performance problems, and tune Vista PCs.
* Plan and execute enterprise Windows Vista installations and migrations
* Implement Vista's next-generation TCP/IP and DNS features
* Connect to and navigate wired and wireless networks
* Enable enterprise-wide collaboration and communication
* Configure Remote Assistance and Remote Desktop
* Create and manage users, accounts, privileges, rights, and permissions
* Secure Vista PCs and networks
* Customize and use Internet Explorer 7 and Internet Information Server 7
* Set up and configure Vista on mobile devices, laptops, and tablet PCs
* Monitor, tune, and troubleshoot Vista machines
Cisco: A Beginner's Guide
Cisco: A Beginner's Guide, Fourth Edition
The fourth edition of the Cisco Beginners Guide. Updated to cover the latest Cisco gear, applications, and technologies. Well known as an excellent primer not only for Cisco, but networking in general.
Product Description
A fully updated edition of the bestselling introductory guide to Cisco products and technologies. Cisco: A Beginner's Guide, Fourth Edition provides you with a practical hands-on resource for successfully designing and managing a Cisco network. Learn to work with Cisco routers and switches, wireless technologies, and storage tools. You'll also get full details on network security, including firewalls, as well as communications solutions such as VoIP. This is a must-have resource for anyone interested in internetworking and Cisco technologies.
* Work with Cisco's Internet technologies
* Configure Cisco routers and networks
* Understand Cisco internetworking technologies including LAN switches, multilayered switching, and VLANs
* Secure your network using CiscoSecure ACS, Cisco PIX firewall, IOS Firewall, and other methods
* Enable wireless internetworking using the Cisco Aironet and Airespace products
* Deploy VoIP via Cisco Unified Communications
* Implement Cisco storage area network (SAN) and content delivery network (CDN) solutions
* Use both open standard routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP) and Cisco-proprietary protocols (IGRP and EIGRP)
* Design, manage, and troubleshoot a robust Cisco network
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Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking
Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking Quick Reference
Your quick-and-easy reference to 802.11 WLAN components and protocols.
* Access wireless Cisco product information, including coverage on wireless client adapters and IP phones
* Learn the ideal configuration of access points, bridges, antennas, and routers for your specific situation
* Integrate a Cisco solution with various wireless networking gear
* Configure and troubleshoot access points and client devices promptly
* Optimize, secure, and tune your WLAN by following helpful tips and hints
* Refer to charts and tables that both network beginners and professionals can easily scan
* Make the right decision about your organization’s wireless network with quick leverage
Whether you are a network engineer, network administrator, business decision maker, or student, you know that wireless networking capabilities are an increasingly essential part of your purchasing and implementing decisions. You want the most out of your wireless gear, but memorizing every product and protocol is daunting when faced with a myriad of solutions and options. Now, you can turn to Cisco 802.11 Wireless Networking Quick Reference, a time-saving tool for the office, field, or classroom lab, when you need a memory-refresher or a quick-tip guide on maximizing your wireless network.
If you work on a wireless network using Cisco® technologies, keep this book within reach. Compact and convenient, this concise reference can be browsed occasionally or consulted regularly for a glance at a technical specification or that elusive command argument. Divided into three easy-to-follow sections, Part I describes and provides ways for Cisco wireless LAN (WLAN) equipment offerings to be integrated into an existing network. Part II covers how to configure access points and clients and how to set up and manage a secure wireless network. Lastly, Part III shows you how to maintain a wireless network and troubleshoot common wireless issues. Meant to be used in a hands-on capacity, this transportable guide is a practical tool when performing a variety of tasks on your wireless network.
This book is part of the Networking Technology Series from Cisco Press®, which offers networking professionals valuable information for constructing efficient networks, understanding new technologies, and building successful careers.
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Build Your Own Smarthome
If you’ve got the time and inclination, there isn’t anything that cannot be automated in your home. This one-stop resource shows you step-by-step how to plan and install smart home systems using clear step-by-step instructions and illustrations. Discover projects for automating entertainment systems, home security systems, utilities and more.
From piping audio and video through the home to automatically watering the lawn, if you've got the inclination, there isn't anything that cannot be automated in your home. This complete, one-stop resource shows you how to plan and install Smart Home systems using clear, step-by-step instructions and illustrations. Discover projects for automating entertainment systems, home security systems, utilities, and more. Plus, get plenty of cost-saving tips and advice on outsourcing. Build Your Own Smart Home is the definitive, project-based guide to the skills, tools, and accessories you'll need to install and program professional-level Smart Home features in no time.
* Discover Smart Home advantages and assess needs, designs, and costs
* Integrate and automate your home entertainment components
* Set up lights with motion detectors, dimmers, and delays
* Put together a phone system with smart components, design, wiring, and configuration
* Automate kitchen and bathroom appliances
* Enable a smart garage, outdoor lighting, and a watering system
* Design, wire, and construct a smart security system
* Run your entire household like clockwork around the schedule of family members
* Tie everything together and Web-enable your home for remote monitoring and control
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