TCP/IP is usually a subject for network professionals and hardcore geeks. While the acronym (which stands for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) gets thrown around a lot, most nontechnical users don"t realize that it"s the suite of protocols used to connect computers to the Internet. Timothy Parker explains the basics of TCP/IP, goes on to the protocols and services it provides, shows how to implement it in various environments, and then explains how it is used on the net. There are also chapters on administering a TCP/IP network, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Not for the faint of heart or the average user, this is a book for those who want to gain advanced communications knowledge and experience.