Computer- and Communication Networks

Content

This course offers an introduction into the fundamentals of computer networks and communiction technology. It discusses the network layers typically found in today's Internet-based communication. A focal point of this course are questions related to network security. Thus, protocols found in today's networks are analyzed with respect to their function, their historical development, and their weaknesses. Course Topics: - Fundamentals: History of the Internet, most common types of networks, P2P technologies - How to attack (and defend) modern Networks? Where are their weaknesses? Vulnerabilities, Tools, Protection mechanisms - Layers in the OSI Model Data Link: Ethernet, Switches Network: Routing, IPv4/IPv6 Transport: TCP/UDP Application: HTTP, HTTP/2, TLS, AJAX, WebSockets, …

Administrative Information

Previous Knowledge

none

Prerequisites Curriculum

See position in the curriculum

Objective

The course aims to make the basics of computer networks accessible. Basic protocols and technologies are described, such as local networks or the Internet (TCP/IP). However, considering the dynamically envolving field, topical developments represent a focal point of the course. Therefore, the course attaches great importance to making this topical state accessible. Examples are HTTP/2 and Web technologies, such as WebSockets and Content Security Policies.

Language

English

Teaching Method

Lectures

How to get a grade

Depends on the amount of participants

Registration

electronic registration system https://online.tugraz.at/tug_online/sa.gruppen_einteilung?clvnr=228544&corg=983

Lecture Dates

Date	Begin	End	Location	Type	Comment
2020/01/31	09:30	12:00	HS i13	Abhaltung	fix/
2019/11/20	13:00	15:15	HS i13	Abhaltung	fix/
2019/11/27	13:00	15:15	HS i13	Abhaltung	fix/
2019/12/04	13:00	15:15	HS i13	Abhaltung	fix/
2019/12/11	13:00	15:15	HS i13	Abhaltung	fix/
2020/01/10	09:30	12:00	HS i13	Abhaltung	fix/
2020/01/17	09:30	12:00	HS i13	Abhaltung	fix/
2020/01/24	09:30	12:00	HS i13	Abhaltung	fix/

Exams

Course	Date	Begin	End	Slots	Location
Lehrveranstaltungsprüfung	2020/01/13	10:00	12:00	0/35
Lehrveranstaltungsprüfung	2019/09/19	10:00	12:00	75/75
Lehrveranstaltungsprüfung	2019/11/11	11:00	12:30	0/35

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Lecturers & Student Assistants