Appendix A

Directory of Useful Websites

Throughout this book, I mention many websites that you can visit to glean more information about various networking topics. This appendix gathers those sites into one convenient location and adds a bunch more that are also worth visiting from time to time. Happy surfing!

Certification

Here are the sites to check out for official certification information:

Hardware

The following websites are general resources for researching computer hardware:

  • http://reviews.cnet.com: CNET’s reviews section offers reviews on all types of computer hardware, with a special section devoted to networking.
  • www.hardwarecentral.com: HardwareCentral is another good source for general computer hardware information, reviews, and advice.
  • www.tomshardware.com: Tom’s Hardware Guide is the place to go if you want detailed information about the latest in computer components.

The following manufacturers offer high-end networking products, including servers, routers, switches, and so on:

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