MIS 461 - Data Communications

Institution:

Widener University-Main Campus

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Description:

This course is an introduction to fundamental data communications concepts and technology. Topics of discussion include transmission methods and media, various hardware devices and software required to implement data communications systems, techniques to minimize the cost of operating networks, the management and maintenance of a network environment, and detecting and correcting common data communication errors. Network configurations such as LAN, WAN, client/server, internet, intranet, and commercial network offerings are presented and evaluated. Each student is required to participate in designing an efficient data communications network. Prerequisite: MIS 290. 3 semester hours

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.widener.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 499-4000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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