Client Server Computing for Dummies

by Doug Lowe

Now, IDG Books Worldwide, Inc., presents an authoritative book on client/server computing -- a book that you don't need a computer science degree to understand. Client/Server Computing For Dummies is the practical, plain-English guide to this powerful technology. With best-selling author Doug Lowe showing you the way, you discover everything from how client/server systems are put together to what client/server systems have to do with relational databases and Structured Query Language (SQL). Whether you're about to launch your own client/server project or you just need to know enough so that you can plan intelligently and hire contractors prudently, Client/Server Computing For Dummies is the ideal way to get a handle on an otherwise-tricky subject.

400 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1995

Reviews

[Bernie4444 · Rating 3 out of 5]

The narrow view of the server only defines toys.

I am having trouble finding anything in here about UNIX servers. For that matter, I am having trouble finding anything on X servers. In the case of x servers, the model is turned around 180 degrees. If there are no clients and no servers then this book is mislabeled. The Internet is based on UNIX. If it wanted to be an SQL book it should have said so. Again be sure to notice which the client is and which the server is as they are reversed in this book.