In this course, we trace the evolution of networks and identify the key concepts and functions that form the basis for layered architecture. We introduce examples of protocols and services that are familiar to the students, and we explain how these services are supported by networks. Further, we explain fundamental concepts in digital communication, and focus on error control techniques that include parity check, polynomial code, and Internet checksum. Students will be required to have some previous programming experience in C-programming (C++/Java), some fundamental knowledge of computer organization and IT architecture and a background in computer science is a plus.
Fundamentals of Network Communication
Fundamentals of Network Communication
This course is part of Computer Communications Specialization
Instructor: Xiaobo Zhou
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module discusses the evolution of three example networks and their associated services, how services are influencing the evolution of modern networks, and examples of protocols and services.
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4 videos6 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module discusses the OSI reference model and show how the overall communication process can be organized into functions that are carried out in seven layers, and introduces the TCP/IP architecture with a detailed routing example.
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3 videos4 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module introduces BSD sockets, which allow the student to write applications that use the service provided by the TCP/IP protocols. It also introduces some fundamentals of digital communications.
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3 videos4 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
This module presents coding techniques that can be used to detect errors that may occur during digital transmission. These coding techniques form the basis for protocols that provide reliable transfer of information.
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3 videos5 readings2 assignments1 discussion prompt
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5
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2020
Through the whole content of this course, I learned a lot new things and I thought it will further improve my existing IT skills and the quick way of answering MCQ. Thank you so much.
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Reviewed on Jan 27, 2021
Overall great course! Leart the fundamentals of communucations. Many concepts were explained with powepoint presentations, and good links and books were provided regardingcthe topic.
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Reviewed on Jul 29, 2020
it was helpful for me and it was easy for me cover it really quick since i have been studying about this for the last week or so in my uni.
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