Discussion Points:

•  Introduction of data communications and defines their components and the types of data exchanged
•  Discussion of different network topologies and their functionalities
•  Introduction of LANs, WANs, and internetworks (internets)
•  Discuss the concept of switching to show how small networks can be combined to create larger ones. 

Expected Learning Outcomes:

•  Recognize the concept of data communication and network.
•  Identify various kinds of’ geographical networks and their interconnectivity via various topologies

Resources of Learning

• Lecture Slide [Download]
• Lecture Video