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Abstract
This introductory course on computer networking covers essential network technologies from every layer of the networking stack, ranging from networked applications over transport protocols and routing paradigms all through the physical layer.
Objective
Students will get a comprehensive overview of the key protocols and the architecture of the Internet, as one example of more general principles in network design. Students will also acquire hands-on experience in programming different aspects of a computer networks. Apart from the state-of-the-art in networking practice, students will explore the rationale for the design choices that networks in the past have made, and where applicable, why these choices may no longer be ideal.
Resources
Lecture Notes
The slides for each lecture will be made available through the course Web page, along with additional reference material.
Literature
Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach, James F. Kurose and Keith W. Ross. Pearson; 7th edition (May 6, 2016)
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Information
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- written 120 minutes
- Aids
- None
- Digital
- The exam takes place on devices provided by ETH Zurich.
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Computer Networks |
|
4 h weekly |
| exercise |
Computer Networks
Exercise sessions will start in the second week of the semester.
|
|
2 h weekly |