Discover how the Internet's architecture has evolved while examining fundamental technologies and crucial security protocols that shape modern connectivity.
Discover how the Internet's architecture has evolved while examining fundamental technologies and crucial security protocols that shape modern connectivity.
Discover the fascinating history and inner workings of the Internet in this comprehensive course. Learn about the technological innovations that shaped the modern web, from early computing to today's complex networks. Gain insights into Internet architecture, protocols, and security measures. This course, taught by Charles Russell Severance, combines historical context with technical understanding, making it ideal for beginners interested in technology and its societal impact. Explore the stories of Internet pioneers and understand how their innovations continue to influence our digital world.
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What you'll learn
Understand the historical development of the Internet and World Wide Web
Explore the technological foundations of Internet architecture
Learn about core Internet protocols including TCP/IP and DNS
Gain insights into web security principles and encryption techniques
Understand the commercialization and growth of the Internet
Explore the contributions of key figures in Internet history
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This course includes:
8.9 Hours PreRecorded video
10 quizzes
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There are 11 modules in this course
This course provides a comprehensive overview of Internet history, technology, and security. Students learn about the evolution of computing and networking from World War II to the modern web. The curriculum covers key technological concepts including Internet architecture, protocols (TCP/IP, DNS), and web security principles. Participants gain insights into the contributions of Internet pioneers and the development of crucial technologies. The course also explores the commercialization of the Internet and its societal impact. Through a combination of historical context and technical explanations, students develop a holistic understanding of how the Internet works and the challenges it faces.
Getting Started
Module 1 · 1 Hours to complete
History: Dawn of Electronic Computing
Module 2 · 1 Hours to complete
History: The First Internet - NSFNet
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
History: The Web Makes it Easy to Use
Module 4 · 1 Hours to complete
History: Commercialization and Growth
Module 5 · 1 Hours to complete
Technology: Internets and Packets
Module 6 · 2 Hours to complete
Technology: Transport Control Protocol (TCP)
Module 7 · 1 Hours to complete
Technology: Application Protocols
Module 8 · 1 Hours to complete
Security: Encrypting and Signing
Module 9 · 1 Hours to complete
Security: Web Security
Module 10 · 1 Hours to complete
Final Exam
Module 11 · 1 Hours to complete
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Instructor
Innovating Education Through Technology
Charles Severance, known as Dr. Chuck, is a Clinical Professor at the University of Michigan School of Information, where he teaches technology-focused courses, including programming, database design, and web development. An accomplished author, he has written several books, such as Using Google App Engine and Python for Everybody. His research centers on developing learning management systems, having served as the chief architect for Sakai, which is utilized by approximately 300 educational institutions worldwide. He documented his experiences in the project through his book, Sakai: Free as in Freedom. In the mid-1990s, Dr. Severance hosted Internet: TCI, a national television talk show discussing internet topics. He also contributed to IEEE Computer Magazine as a columnist, where he conducted video interviews with prominent technology leaders and innovators in his monthly feature, "Computing Conversations."
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