Data Center Fundamentals

Introduction

Data Centers are complex systems encompassing a wide variety of technologies that are constantly evolving. Designing and maintaining a Data Center network requires skills and knowledge that range from routing and switching to load balancing and security, including the essential knowledge of servers and applications.

This books addresses both fundamental information such as the protocols used by switches and routers; the protocols used in application environments; the network technology used to build the Data Center infrastructure and secure, scale, and manage the application environments; and design best practices. We hope this book becomes your Data Center reference on protocols, technology, and design.

Motivation for Writing ...