The C Programmer's Guide to the IBM Token Ring

This text encapsulates the key elements for the IBM token ring network reference documents and presents it in an accessible format for programmers in C. Programming for the token ring environment is covered at the BIOS Redirector, NetBIOS, DLC, register direct and APPC level. Token ring hardware is described with particular emphasis on the interaction between the hardware and application programs. Tables and charts provide a convenient reference to all interrupts, functions, and return codes. Each concept is illustrated with complete C functions which serve both as examples and as the basis of of a working library for future use. For advanced users, detailed and highly specific references are included to simplify the search for additional details.