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Spring 2011-2012
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EvaluationCOS 461
Computer Networks
This course studies computer networks and the services built on top of them. Topics include packet-switch and multi-access networks, routing and flow control, congestion control and quality-of-service, Internet protocols (IP, TCP, BGP), the client-server model and RPC, elements of distributed systems (naming, security, caching) and the design of network services (multimedia, file and web servers).
Sample reading list:
Peterson & Davie, Computer Networks, 4th Edition
Reading/Writing assignments:
Weekly reading and 4-5 programming assignments.
Requirements/Grading:
Mid Term Exam - 20%
Final Exam - 25%
Programming Assignments - 50%
Class/Precept Participation - 5%
Other Requirements:
Not Open to Freshmen.
Prerequisites and Restrictions:
COS 217.
Website: http://www.cs.princeton.edu/courses/archive/spring12/cos461
Schedule/Classroom assignment:
| Class number | Section | Time | Days | Room | Enrollment | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43031 | L01 | 10:00 am - 10:50 am | M W | Architecture Building N101 | Enrolled:66 Limit:106 | |
| P01 | 10:00 am - 10:50 am | F | Friend Center of Engineering 109 | Enrolled:25 Limit:32 | ||
| P02 | 11:00 am - 11:50 am | F | Friend Center of Engineering 109 | Enrolled:22 Limit:31 | ||
| P02A | 11:00 am - 11:50 am | F | Friend Center of Engineering 108 | Enrolled:18 Limit:31 |