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Copyright 2001 Cisco Press

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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Number: 00-109754

Printed in the United States of America

First Printing December 2000

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Credits

Publisher

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Editor-in-Chief

John Kane

Cisco Systems Program Manager

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Technical Editors

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Dedications

Allan Leinwand would like to dedicate this book to his family and friends , who have provided continual support, suggestions, encouragement, and insights throughout the writing of this book.

Bruce Pinsky would like to thank all his friends and family, who have provided their support in helping to make this book a reality. An extra special thank you goes to his wife, Paula, and sons, Eric and Kyle, for their tireless support during the many nights and weekends dedicated to the completion of this text.