A complete introduction to managing and maintaining a Nortel-based networkLearn the fundamentals of networking with Nortel products and technologies using this accessible guide. Aimed at networking professionals just getting started, this easy-to-follow reference provides details for becoming skilled in working with Nortel-based networks. Beginning with an overview of networking basics and LAN technology, this book covers network topologies and introduces the Nortel product line--including BayStack routers and Passport switches--and then delves into more complex topics such as wireless technologies and virtual private networks (VPNs). An 8-page blueprint section maps out sample network designs, for additional visual instruction. And, this dual-purpose book can also function as a study guide--it outlines exam objectives for the Nortel certification track. If you want solid advice on Nortel-specific networking, no other book can deliver the same practical coverage as Nortel Networks: A Beginner's Guide.Understand networking basics and get a Nortel product overviewLearn the differences between hubs, switches, and bridges--and know which to useGet details on local, remote, and IP routingWork with SNMP, RMON, and other network management toolsDiscover how to troubleshoot common networking problemsFind out about IP network design and performance analysis