Course Description

This course offers a multidisciplinary inquiry into the technology, business, economics, and public-policy of computer networks and distributed applications. We will cover the technical foundations of computer networks, including: Internet architecture, network technologies and protocols (e.g., 802.*, TCP/IP, HTTP), routing algorithms and policies, network applications (e.g., p2p overlays, VoIP), emerging network technologies, and network security. Tightly integrated will be coverage on the business, economics and policy of networking, including: economic characteristics of networks, network industry structure and ISP competition, wireless spectrum auction, network neutrality, and incentive-centered design of networks and applications.

Catalog type: General
Units: 3
MOT type: Related
Prerequisites: IS 206 or consent of instructor.

Course History

Spring 2009  |   Instructor(s): Chuang

Fall 2007  |   Instructor(s): Chuang   |  Website

Spring 2006  |   Instructor(s): Chuang   |  Website