Internet History, Technology, and Security
$49
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What You'll Learn
- To function in an information-centric world, we need to understand the workings of network technology.
- What You Will Learn: After this course you will not take the Internet and Web for granted.
- You will realize that the Internet and Web are spaces for innovation and you will get a better understanding of how you might fit into that innovation.
The impact of technology and networks on our lives, culture, and society continues to increase. The very fact that you can take this course from anywhere in the world requires a technological infrastructure that was designed, engineered, and built over the past sixty years. To function in an information-centric world, we need to understand the workings of network technology. This course will open up the Internet and show you how it was created, who created it and how it works. Along the way we will meet many of the innovators who developed the Internet and Web technologies that we use today. What You Will Learn: After this course you will not take the Internet and Web for granted. You will be better informed about important technological issues currently facing society. You will realize that the Internet and Web are spaces for innovation and you will get a better understanding of how you might fit into that innovation. If you get excited about the material in this course, it is a great lead-in to taking a course in Web design, Web development, programming, or even network administration. At a minimum, you will be a much wiser network citizen.
Course FAQs
Is this an accredited online course?
Accreditation for 'Internet History, Technology, and Security' is determined by the provider, University of Michigan. For online college courses or degree programs, we strongly recommend you verify the accreditation status directly on the provider's website to ensure it meets your requirements.
Can this course be used for continuing education credits?
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How do I enroll in this online school program?
To enroll, click the 'ENROLL NOW' button on this page. You will be taken to the official page for 'Internet History, Technology, and Security' on the University of Michigan online class platform, where you can complete your registration.
