how to learn Computer networking

[abbas1707]

hi,
im totally new to networking. i want to learn all stuff like tcp,ip, routing,how internet works, how data transfer from 1 computer to other through internet.....etc

i strongly aim to learn all this.but i need a direction i.e where to start, which books to read,
so plz guide me plz i need ur help, i will be very thankful!!

i have to start from zero level i.e basics
plz help

 

[angu]

These are some basic and standard books on computer networking...
computer networks - Behrouh Fehrouzan(check spelling)
Data and computer communication - william stallings
The Protocols (TCP/IP Illustrated, Volume 1,2) by: W. Richard Stevens

you can download these books from www.gigapedia.org
i hope its little bit helpful for you.

 

[shobamurugan]

u refer the following books for the basics
1.computer networks by Andrew S.Tanenbaum
2. Data communication networks by Ferouzan
3.High speed switching networks by Jean Walrand
4.Data communication networks by William stallings

 

[itsfanidotcom]

Books by ferouzan and tenanbaum are the best books for understanding networking.

 

[irfankundi]

start with Data communication & networks by Ferouzan. i think this is the best book for beginners.

 

[mouzid]

Lots of books are available here. Try to serach them.

 

[abbyrodrigo]

Hello Everyone

 

[navneetsinha999]

Networking knowledge is very important for everyone today's very helpful and without networking noting else. Computer networking is the basis for any type of corporate communication which facilitates a better work flow.