Course Title:
Topics in Computer Networks
Course Description:
Introduces the underlying concepts and principles of computer networks with emphasis on the Internet architecture and protocols. Details the design and implementation of network protocols that compose a fully functional communication system. Discusses protocol concepts including encoding and framing; reliable transmission; packet forwarding and routing; and flow and congestion control. Architectural considerations focus on protocol interactions and the functionality/performance tradeoff. Includes a comparative discussion on the performance evaluation of communication systems highlighting different goals, metrics, and perspectives. Also covers application protocols and applications such as electronic mail and the World Wide Web.
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Summer 1 Offering:
Prerequisite 1:
CS U480
Summer 2 Offering:
Prerequisite 2:
Cross-Listed Course 1:
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Cross-Listed Course 2:
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Cross-Listed Course 3:
Prerequisite 5:
Cross-Listed Course 4:
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Repeatable:
Y
