In addition to its coverage of computer networks, this book provides a new way to see network concepts. The book’s title makes it clear that its focus is quite different from the approach taken by traditional books. This book presents the old and well-known concepts so that readers can understand them. This is helpful, since no computer network expert knows all of the concepts.

The book covers everything from transmission control protocol/Internet protocol (TCP/IP) to the latest technologies. It also covers peer-to-peer (P2P) and ad hoc network concepts. The authors include figures and examples, which make reading easy and enjoyable and facilitate understanding. They also present static and dynamic routing, both in structured networks and in ad hoc networks.

The six issues that this book addresses are treated in a way that focuses on basic concepts. The book is quite instructive and timely, and presents all concepts, both new and existing. It is a very good book for people who want to learn more about computer networks, but who are not interested in comprehensive books that present all of the theoretical concepts of networks (such as the open systems interconnection (OSI) model or address calculations, among others). Its focus is on current issues, particularly the Internet.

This book will be an interesting read for students, or for those who are interested in computer networks but don’t have the technical knowledge. Professionals and researchers in the computer networking field will also find the book interesting, as it offers new ideas and discussions.

One of the weaknesses of the book is that it does not include a current practical example. If it were illustrated with practical, as well as theoretical, examples, it would allow readers a deeper overall understanding. Another point that the book could have explored further is Internet use on embedded devices; this would give the book a wider scope.