It is true that if you are brand new to networking, this is not the first book you should purchase. And if you are looking for a "how to" book on programming a particular network device go buy one of those cisco instruction books. BUT, if you are a serious academic and want to understand what networks are REALLY all about (queuing and graph theory, etc.) this is one of the best introductory books on the subject. Cahn's preface...
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Hi thereThis book includes more math than practical examples, and is such more on the theoretical side of network design.But I think the book is great, and the examples are fruit for thought, just a pitty some of the other reviewers aren't grownup so they can recognize it.I have used it several times for my thesis about IPv6 network design- even though it doesn't mention IPv6 at all!Best regards
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I have been working in the telecom industry for over 9 years. I have been invloved with the development of decision support systems for network planning and design at one of the largest carriers in the world. Optimization is a misused word but this book does an excellent job of presenting useful and practical techniques for network optimization. If you are interested in quantitaive analysis and design of real networks...
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