Computer Networks (CS 204)

Contents

Principles, design, implementation, and performance of computer networks. Topics include: Theoretical basis for data communication, Communication media, PSTN, Layered models, Hybrid model of OSI and TCP/IP, LANs WANs, Data Link Layer Protocols, MAC layer protocols, Internet protocols, switching and routing.

Text Books

1. Computer Networks, Andrew S Tanenbaum, fourth edition.

2. Data Communications and Networking, B Forouzan, 3rd edition.

Lecture Notes

• Lecture 1 : Introduction

• Lecture 2 :  Theoretical Basis for data communication

• Lecture 3 : Physical Layer

• Lecture 4 : PSTN

• Lecture 5 : Data Link Layer

• Lecture 6 : Data Link Layer Protocols 

• Lecture 7 : MAC Sublayer

• Lecture 8 : Network Layer

• Lecture 9 : Transport Layer

• Lecture 10 : Application Layer

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