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2014-2015 University Catalog

IT 465 - Peer-to-Peer Systems and Overlay Networks

Credits: 3 (NR)
Peer-to-Peer (P2P) systems and overlay networks have become popular over the years because they are a cost-effective and scalable content sharing solution. Fundamentals of P2P systems and overlay networks are introduced to validate it as a better option than the traditional client server architecture. Students learn the classifications of P2P systems and architectures; overlay network categories, and their benefits and disadvantages.

Prerequisite(s): IT 206, IT 341 and IT 441. Prerequisite enforced by registration system.

Hours of Lecture or Seminar per week: 3
Hours of Lab or Studio per week: 0
When Offered: Fall, Spring