CS 3420 - Computer Networks and Networking Systems

3.00 credits.

Provides the student with the theory and knowledge of computer networks, the operation of the network, the characteristics of the network architecture as it relates to the ISO model and administration. Security and management of the network are also discussed. The course contrasts network operating systems including TCP /IP, Novell, Token Ring and AppleTalk. Topics include network security, network management, the ISO model, network hardware requirements, such as routers, repeaters, gateways, interface cards, file servers, network topology options, and the Internet. Prerequisite(s): CS 1220 - Computer Science II