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INFOSYS 250: Computer-Based Communications Systems and Networks

Spring 2006
Fall 2004
Fall 2003
Fall 2002
Fall 2001
Spring 2001
Spring 2000
Spring 1999

Course Description

This is an introductory networking course intended to provide students with a detailed understanding of computer-based communications and networking technologies and how they are used in distributed information systems. Topics include: communications fundamentals, transmission media, networking technologies (e.g., LAN and WAN), network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, HTTP), routing, socket programming, Internet economics and policy-making. The course will include lectures, readings and discussions, student projects and presentations, and examinations.

This is a MOT related course.

Prerequisites

IS 206 or consent of instructor.