1. Course Description/001 Objectives in This Course 1. Understanding components in computer networks - What are the major network hardware components? - What are the major network software components? Data transmitting devices (NICs) Switching devices (Repeaters, Hubs, Switches and Routers) Network Cables (Copper wire, Optical fiber) Data transmission protocols Network application software Various data transmission and routing algorithms CS447 – Network and Data Communication Welcome to CS447 Network and Data Communication

2. 2. How those hardware and software components work?3. How to make sure the things work as expected? - Performance Evaluation - Performance Prediction - Design Concepts - Implementation (we cover this by programming assignments) Course Description/002 CS447 – Network and Data Communication Objectives in this course (continued):

3. Course Description/003 Understanding components in computer networks (lectures and quizzes) Design Concepts Performance Evaluation and Prediction Weight for subjects Implementation (programming assignments and network administration tutorials) CS447 – Network and Data Communication