Can you recommend a book that explains packets sockets and network protocols. Really anything pertaining to how data is sent and received over the web.
I'm a desktop only background and only really understand anything other than TCP Handshakes. But I want a book that is basic but goes in depths and explains alot.
Thanks!
You have to read "TCP/IP Illustrated, Vol. 1: The Protocols". IMHO, that's the best book on the topic.
The classic work on the subject is Steven's three-volume TCP/IP Illustrated. Though somewhat dated now, it still covers the fundamentals in rare depth.
If you are looking for a broader background than TCP/IP I'd recommend
Computer Networks, Fourth Edition from Andrew S. Tanenbaum. http://authors.phptr.com/tanenbaumcn4/