Virtual LANs: A Guide to Construction, Operation and Utilization

Introduction: benefits, rationale for use standards for VLANs. Part 1 Virtual organizations: network construction basic LAN-type frame packet and cell formats explanation of the OSI model role of bridges, routers and switches an overview of switching. Part 2 VLAN construction basics: VLAN type equipment used network management software standards compliance. Part 3 Communication between different types of VLANs, multicast vs unicast. Part 4 VLAN products available: 3-COM Cabletron Cisco UB Networks comparison of VLAN products. Part 5 Looking to the future: the virtual corporation.