Is your file transfer process fast enough? Are you using efficient packet sizes? Are your applications performing properly? Learn how to use protocal analyzers to spot network problems--before they become crises. Using a hands-on approach, bestselling author Laura Chappell provides you with an in-depth analysis of core network protocals -- IPX, SPX, SAP, RIP, NLSP, IPXWAN, and NCP--plus tried-and-true analysis techniques and tips to help you better test you r applications, troubleshoot communications, and plan for growth.

Part 1: Basics of Analysis
Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Analysis
Chapter 2: Analysis 101 for Ethernet Networks
Chapter 3: Analysis 101 for Token Ring Networks
Chapter 4: Selecting an Analysis Solution
Chapter 5: Analysis Product Listing

Part 2: How NetWare Communicates
Chapter 6: Overview of NetWare IPX/SPX Protocols
Chapter 7: Netware IPX
Chapter 8: NetWare SPX and SPX II
Chapter 9: NetWare SAP
Chapter 10: NetWare RIP
Chapter 11: NetWare NLSP
Chapter 12: Netware IPXWAN2
Chapter 13: Netware NCP
Chapter 14: Netware Diagnostic Responder and IPX Ping

Part 3: Appendixes
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Bonus CD-ROM includes exclusive demo version of LANalyzer for Windows!