1 Table of Contents: “...Networking Basics -- Simple Home Networks -- Look Ma, No Wires -- Security of Home Networks...”

2 Table of Contents: “...Introduction -- Standardization and wiring -- Ethernet and IEEE 802.3 protocols -- The LLC and SNAP...”

3 “... practical smart device design and construction considerations such as size, power consumption, wiring needs...”

4 “... of applications. Wired local area networks (LANs) have been very successful in the last few years and now...”

5 “... AC electrical wiring is not needed to power up devices connected to the network. With a focus on cost...”

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