3rd Edition

The Network Manager's Handbook, Third Edition 1999

Edited By John M. Lusa Copyright 1999
    586 Pages
    by Auerbach Publications

    The Network Manager's Handbook is a one-of-a-kind resource featuring critical network technology assessments and career development advice from some of the most highly respected consultants and network managers in the field. This answer-filled compendium provides a rich blend of precise knowledge and real-world experience, the result of many thousands of hours of actual hands-on work in the field. The book gives you proven, successful, economical solutions to real-world problems associated with the host of new network technologies.

    The Decision Framework
    Managing the Enterprise Network Demands High Creativity and Sharp Intellectual Acuity, Thomas A. Browdy
    An Enterprise Decision Framework for Information Systems Selection, Richard Lee

    Maintaining a Quality Network
    Delivering IS Service Quality, Jeffery M. Ferguson and Robert A. Zawacki
    A Wide Range of Systems and Devices are Needed to Manage a Network, Hans Kruse
    Enterprise Network Monitoring and Analysis in a Mission-Critical Environment, Colin Wynd
    New Standards in Cables for the Premises Plant, Arlyn S. Powell, Jr.
    Troubleshooting and Analyzing Network Problems, Greg Kilmartin
    Designing a Network for Optimal Performance, Kevin M. Groom and Frank M. Groom
    Using Intelligent Tools to Operate a Network Help Desk, Jeff C. Hafer

    The Service Providers
    Competition Makes Dealing with Carriers More Complex, Kimberly Russo
    Competition is Dramatically Reshaping the Global Marketplace, Christopher S. Cleveland

    The Internet
    The Impact of the Internet on Enterprise Networks, Larry L. Learn
    An Introduction to Internet Security and Firewall Policies, William Hugh Murray
    Virtual Private Networks: Secure Remote Access Over the Internet, John R. Vacca

    The Voice Network
    The Voice Network: Still the Bedrock of the Wide Area Network, Bryan Pickett
    Planning a Cutover to a New Voice System, Thomas Osha
    Protecting the Telephone System Against Toll Fraud, Edwin L. Simonson and Brian McDaniel

    The Network Technologies
    Enterprise Managers Take Advantage of Emerging High-Bandwidth Networks, Kevin M. Groom and Frank M. Groom
    Emerging Wireless Technologies for Corporate Networks, Steve Jones and Khari Mack
    Telecommuting: Distributed Work Programs, Richard A. Bellaver
    Improving Personal Communications with Video, Audio, and Multimedia Techniques, S. Ann Earon

    Support for the Network Manager
    Outsourcing IT Services, David Massey
    Writing an Effective Request for Proposals, Douglas R. Ballou
    Tapping the Experience Resources of Consultants, Michael G. Zivich
    Budgeting in a Telecommunications Environment, Ron Kovac
    Data Warehousing: Preparation for Knowledge Management, Richard A. Bellaver
    The Art and Science of Project Management, Antoinette Z. Hubbard
    Using Project Management to Become ISO 9000 Certified, Ralph L. Kliem

    Educating the Network Manager
    Booming Networking Market Seeks Entry-Level Professionals, John M. Lusa
    Information Sources for Latest Networking Technology, John M. Lusa

    Appendices
    Selected Vendors and Manufacturers in the Networking and Communications Industries
    Selected Periodicals in the Networking and Communications Industries
    Glossary
    Index

    Biography

    John M. Lusa (Consultant, Centreville, Ohio, USA) (Edited by)