Token-ring Management Guide

Token ring is a popular protocol of choice in high-speed, high-volume networking. This guide offers a complete look at establishing a token-ring network in light of today's technological developments, corporate needs and management concerns. It covers such practical issues as safety factors, installation procedures, hardware and software choices, and debugging and testing. It then moves on to detail valuable troubleshooting techniques and network security and monitoring methods. Featured topics include available software applications developed specifically for token ring, FDDI and twisted-pair cabling, installation guidelines and how to cope with security and maintenance issues.