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 Senior and Junior 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.