Tcp/ip Companion, The

Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) is the most widely used network protocol. Nearly every UNIX system supports it, and most non-UNIX systems have software available that supports it, too.

Unlike other books on TCP/IP, which focus on network management and highly technical topics, Arick's book shows users what they need to know to connect to and use networks, like Internet.

Arick's step-by-step approach makes using TCP/IP easy for everyone. Each chapter describes how to use a different service-login, telnet, rep, rsh, tftp, ftp. e-mail, and network services, plus lists what support documentation is available and how to get it.

This is a truly user-friendly guide that will let everyone get the most out of TCP/IP.

About the Author
Martin R. Arick, Ph.D., is head of training and customer support for a Massachusetts company that develops factory automation software for UNIX platforms. His prior books include UNIX C Shell Desk Reference, (QED, 1991) and Data Communications: Concepts and Solutions (QED, 1986). He holds a B.S. from Brandeis University and both M.S. and Ph.D. from Washington University (St. Louis).