This in-depth technical reference delivers must-know information on TCP/IP for any IT professional working with Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista operating systems. This comprehensive guide starts with the fundamentals, delivering coverage of TCP/IP protocols layer by layer to help build mastery of protocols and their implementation. It focuses on Internet layer protocols such as IP, ICMP, IGMP, and includes a preview of IPv6; transport layer protocols such as TCP and UDP; and application layer protocols such as DNS, DHCP, and WINS. Written by a leading TCP/IP author, plus peer reviews from experts on the Windows® Networking Team, this is the definitive guide to TCP/IP for Windows Server 2008. Features a companion CD with a fully searchable eBook and other resources. Key Book Benefits Provides practical and in-depth information on important protocols in the TCP/IP protocol suite and services for Windows Server 2008 Delivers comprehensive coverage of TCP/IP protocols layer by layer for building mastery Includes ample illustrations, tables, and example traces of TCP/IP packets Features a companion CD with a fully searchable eBook and other resources