Computer Networks

Computer Networks

Transmission Media

Network Topology (Bus, Star, Ring, Mesh)

Interconnecting Devices (Hubs, Switches, Bridges, Repeaters, Routers)

ISO-OSI and TCP/IP Reference Models and Protocols

Network Classification (PAN, LAN, MAN, WAN, internet, Internet)

IPv4 Header Format

Transport Layer & Application Layer

Dijkstra's Shortest Path Routing Algorithm

Distance Vector Routing Algorithm

Link State Routing Algorithm

Network Security Basics: Symmetric Key Cryptography

Asymmetric Key Cryptography: RSA Algorithm

Substitution and Transposition Ciphers, Firewalls, Viruses, Malicious programs