Internetworking Concepts 2: Security and Business Concepts
This is a 1-credit Unit intended for candidates who require an understanding of Internetworking concepts. It is designed to develop an understanding of the issues involved using and constructing Internets and Intranets. On completion of the Unit you should be able to:
- Describe internetworking concepts
- Describe internetworking security
- Describe internetworking business concepts
The first section examines the technologies of the Internet, and covers topics such as backbones, routers and bridges, protocols and troubleshooting problems with Internet connectivity. You will also become familiar with the naming schemes in use on the Internet.
The second section is primarily aimed at the security issues that surround the web, including passwords, encryption, monitoring systems for suspicious activities and the different types of computer virus.
In final section you will study the activities that underlie business on the Internet. These include fund transfer, Intranets and the different types of businesses trading on the Internet. Another aspect of business on the Internet is the legal and regulatory considerations, featuring copyright, privacy and jurisdiction.
