RIPE (Réseaux IP Européens) NCC (Network Coordination Centre) is the RIR for Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia and African countries north of the equator.
African Network Information Centre (AfriNIC) is the emerging RIR to support the African continent.
Books
The Domain Name Handbook: High Stakes and Strategies in Cyberspace. by Ellen Rony and Peter Rony.
Although it's a little bit out of date (published in 1998), this book provides a comprehensive and practical history of the policies,
protocols, procedures, principles, controversies, and initiatives associated with the domain name system.
For readers at any skill level.
Domain Names: How to Choose and Protect a Great Name for Your Website. by Stephen Elias and Patricia Gima.
This book is written by lawyers, who provide a good coverage on trade-mark issue of domain name.
For readers at any skill level.
DNS and BIND. by Paul Albitz & Cricket Liu.
For years this book has been an authoritative book on DNS (Domain Name System). It is nicknamed the "Cricket Book".
For serious readers with interest in system administration.
DNS et BIND. by Paul Albitz & Cricket Liu.
For years this book has been an authoritative book on DNS (Domain Name System). It is nicknamed the "Cricket Book".
For serious readers with interest in system administration.
This is the French version of DNS and BIND.
Internetworking with TCP/IP: Principles, Protocols, and Architectures. by Douglas E. Comer.
This is the classic text for an introduction to TCP/IP (Internet Protocols). It continues to enlighten many beginners on Internet protocols for years.
For readers with interest in technology behind the Internet. Although this book provides an introductionary level of discussion on the subject, it is not for casual readers.
Hacking Exposed: Network Security Secrets & Solutions. by Stuart McClure, Joel Scambray and George Kurtz.
It is a popular and practical book on computer security. It is a HOW-TO-DO-IT or even HOW-THEY-DO-IT book on computer hacking and cracking.
A recommended reading for those who have to defend themselves against intruders.
For serious readers with interest and skills in system administration or computer security.
DNS for Dummies by Blair Rampling, David Dalan
Another easy to read internet book from For Dummies.
