It used to be that two laptops, sitting side by side, couldn't
communicate with each other; they may as well have been a
thousand miles apart. But that was then, before the advent of
Zero Configuration Networking technology. This amazing
cross-platform open source technology automatically connects
electronic devices on a network, allowing them to interoperate
seamlessly-without any user configuration. So now you don't
have to lift a finger! Needless to say, it has completely
changed the way people connect to devices and programs for

Zero Configuration Networking: The Definitive Guide walks you
through this groundbreaking network technology, with a
complete description of the protocols and ways to implement

Written by two Zero Configuration Networking experts,
including one of Apple's own computer scientists, the book
covers more than just file sharing and printing. Zero
Configuration Networking also enables activities such as music
and photo sharing and automatic buddy discovery on Instant
Messaging applications. In fact, Zero Configuration Networking
can be used for virtually any device that can be controlled by
a computer. And this handy guide has the inside scoop on all
of its capabilities-and how you can easily apply them in your

For the technically advanced, Zero Configuration Networking:
The Definitive Guide examines the three core technologies that
make up Zero Configuration Networking: Link-Local Addressing,
Multicast DNS, and DNS Service Discovery. It also reviews a
series of APIs, including C-API, Java API, CFNetServices, and

Whether you want to understand how iTunes works, or you want
to network a series of laptops and other devices at your
office for maximum efficiency, you'll find all the answers in
this authoritative guide.


http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/0596101007/

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