Lan Times Guide to Wide Area Networks Author:Tere Parnell If you believe that a network administrator's work is never done--from 2:00 A.M. emergency calls to planning migration strategies, worrying about security, figuring out how to integrate the Internet into your operations, and attempting to stay abreast of all the latest hardware and software innovations--then you have a new champion in your corne... more »r. His name is Barry Bestpitch, and his book, LAN Times Guide to Wide Area Networks tackles all the crucial topics, such as troubleshooting, disaster recovery, connecting diverse platforms, security strategies, and remote access. Throughout the book, Bestpitch makes good use of case studies to demonstrate real problems and how they were solved. Although everyone agrees that the Internet is sure to have an impact on networking, few grasp the ramifications. LAN Times Guide to Wide Area Networks takes a hard look at connections and gateways to the Internet, how to market your company online, and the inside scoop on virtual private networks. And Bestpitch's book gives full consideration to all the basics that form the foundation of a successful system, such as hardware and software for e-mail, faxes, voice mail, and printers. Cover to cover, LAN Times Guide to Wide Area Networks provides the in-depth answers and information that you need to successfully plan, implement, and manage your WAN.« less