The book covers the path of data through the Linux kernel, from hardware drivers up to the user-space interface:
: In-depth description of the core protocol family, including IP, TCP, and UDP. The Linux Networking Architecture: Design and I...
: Discussion on firewalls (Netfilter), Network Address Translation (NAT), and Quality of Service (QoS) using traffic control. The book covers the path of data through
The Linux Networking Architecture: Design and Implementation of Network Protocols in the Linux Kernel Network Address Translation (NAT)
: How the kernel manages IP routing tables, forwarding, and group communication (IGMP).