Designing Routing and Switching Architectures for Enterprise Networks (Network Architecture and Development Series)

Designing Routing and Switching Architectures for Enterprise Networks provides a fundamental understanding of how switches and routers operate, enabling network engineers and architects to use them selectively in their networks. Written for network architects, engineers, and administrators, this comprehensive guide describes all aspects of requirements, analysis, and deployment strategies for routers and switches. A critical resource for networking professionals, this book includes: • Detailed discussions of where and why to use switch and router features in your network • Authoritative explanation of the requirements of your network, including performance objectives and performance components • Essential information on how switches and routers forward and find paths to interconnect your network • Unique insight and experience of real-world network design, from an experienced designer, developer, and contributor to the networking standards process With practical examples, configuration guidelines, tips, and warnings, Designing Routing and Switching Architectures for Enterprise Networks is an essential tool for networking professionals. If you engineer or design large networks, this authoritative guide will help you: • Select switches and routers for optimal performance in your network • Define your network's architecture through component selection, fault tolerance, and network management • Deploy routing and switching architectures • Prepare for the future with information on the latest technologies, including host and edge relay mechanisms, router-to-router mechanisms, and quality of service and cut-through techniques