Computer Science 453 - Computer Networks

Introduction to computer communication networks and protocols. Fundamental concepts in the design and analysis of computer networks. Topics include: layered network architectures, applications, network, programming interfaces, transport, congestion, routing, data link protocols, local area networks, emerging high-speed networks, network management, and network security. Examples drawn from the Internet (e.g., TCP, UDP, and IP) protocol suite.

Open to Computer Science majors only. COMPSCI 230 or 377 w/ C STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT CS MAJORS BUT HAVE SUFFICIENT PROGRAMMING EXPERIENCE, CS GRADUATE STUDENTS, OR STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cics.umass.edu/overrides.