ITS 124 - Small Business Networking

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Kapiolani Community College

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Description:

3 hours lecture per week Prerequisite(s): Qualification for ENG 22 or ESOL 94 or higher; qualification for MATH 24 or higher. Recommended Preparation: Previous computer experience. Comment: ITS 124 may require hardware/software supplies for hands-on activities up to $50.00. ITS 124 was formerly ITS 104. ITS 124 provides students with an overview of essential networking concepts, terminology and skills. The course gives students a fundamental understanding of the technological, business and legal issues related to a networked organization. Certification competencies related to the Windows desktop operating system will be covered. The course further introduces the student to security concepts such as cryptography, digital signatures, key management and authentication. Upon successful completion of ITS 124 the student should be able to: Work effectively in teams. Manage networking projects. Identify the elements of, and uses for, a computer network in a small business. Identify the prominent networking standards organizations. Use the Windows desktop operating system. Identify the characteristics of popular networking protocols such as TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, NetBIOS and AppleTalk. Use addressing schemes of popular networking protocols. Explain the benefits and limitations of different networking media. Install network cabling in various topologies using industry-standard practices. Install network interface cards and their software drivers. Use common TCP/IP tools such as PING, TELNET and DNS. Discuss issues relating to network maintenance, integrity and security. Define Intranets, Extranets, and Virtual 3 Private Networks. Identify the business and legal principles related to an electronic commerce transaction. Discuss information security technologies such as cryptography, digital signatures, key management and authentication.

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3.00

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Institution Website:

kapiolani.hawaii.edu/page/home

Phone Number:

(808) 734-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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