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CIS 420. Advanced Topics in Computing Networks


Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 006558 Grading Basis GRD

This course presents advanced computer networking topics and concepts. Topics and concepts include network design and configuration, network security practices, and network administration practices. Students will use both network emulation software and networking hardware for assignments and labs. Prerequisite(s): CIS 320 .