Computer Networks

• Introduction to Computer Networks and Its uses

• Network Categorization and Hardware

• Broadcast and Point-to-Point Networks

• Local Area Network

• Metropolitan Area Network

• Wide Area Network

• Internet works

• Topologies

• Wireless Networks

• Network Software: Protocols, Services

• Network Architecture

• Design Issues

• OSI Reference Model

• TCP/IP Reference Model

• Introduction to Example Networks:

• Internet

• Connection-Oriented Networks - X.25

• Frame Relay

• ATM