Clients and Servers
By Terry Bartelt
In this learning activity you'll observe how computers operate in a client-server network operating system and consider the advantages and disadvantages of such a system.
Data Flow on the Internet
By Mark Puig
In this learning activity you'll examine how a data file is broken into packets and transmitted over the Internet.
Routers
In this learning activity you'll examine how routers transfer data between local area networks and the Internet.
Peer-to-Peer Operating Systems
In this learning activity you'll examine how computers operate in a peer-to-peer network operating system.
CreateJS Animation
By Brett Sheleski
A use of the CreateJS JavaScript Library to perform a looping animation.
Twisted Pair Cable Noise Immunity
In this learning activity you'll explore how to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk between adjacent wires.
What is the .Net Framework?
By carlfranklin
In this learning activity you'll discover what the .NET Framework is, what problems it solves, and how it came to be.
Fiber-Optic Cables
In this learning activity you'll explore the physical construction and operation of single-mode and multi-mode fiber-optic cables used in networking.
Switches and Hubs
Learners view animations showing how hubs and switches work in local area network configurations.
IP Routing
By Dawn Rohm
In this learning activity, you’ll explore how routers use routing tables to move data packets from their origin to their destination.
Authentication versus Authorization
By Joseph Wetzel
In this learning activity you'll review the differences between identification, authentication, and authorization.
SEO - Promoting your Website
By Kimberly Reed
This learning object explains new, free, and traditional ways to market your website.
Network Internet Protocol (IPv6)
By Brett Sheleski, Terry Bartelt
In this learning activity you'll explore the IPv4 IP address scheme and the planned conversion to IPv6.
Fibre Channel Storage Area Networks
By Steve Ebben
Fibre Channel storage area networks can play a pivotal role in the performance of cloud computing. This learning activity
will explain the benefits, components, and some basic configurations of fibre channel networks.
User Experience Design: What is Usability?
In this learning activity you'll explain how how Usability fits into User Experience Design.
SEO: Analytics
In this activity, you will explore what web analytics are and how to use them for site optimization.
Window 10 and Desktop Elements
By Dawn Matott
In this interactive object, learners identify the elements of the Windows platform in a drag-and-drop exercise.
An Algorithm for Converting a Binary Number to a Decimal Number
By Kevin Ritzman
In this learning activity you'll examine two methods for converting a binary number to a decimal number.
FTP - What You Need to Know
In this learning activity you'll explore why the FTP protocol is often used to transfer data across the network and more importantly, why it should not be.
Variables in Computer Programming (JavaScript)
In this learning activity you'll review what a variable is, how to use variables in JavaScript, and how the computer works with variables.
Firewalls: Relationships Among Firewall Perimeters
By Joseph Wetzel, Douglas Tabbutt
In this learning activity you'll examine how firewalls block viruses by discussing trusted, semi-trusted, and untrusted networks.
User Experience Design: Fitts Law
In this activity, you'll learn how Fitt's Law applies to user experience design.
An Algorithm for Converting a Decimal Number to a Binary Number
In this learning activity you'll examine a systematic method for converting a decimal number (base 10) into a binary number (base 2).
IT Stress Management - Root Cause
By mikhailvmatc
In this learning activity you'll explore how finding and understanding the root cause of stressors can help reduce stress in your life.
Object or Class?
By Jay Stulo
In this learning activity, you'll watch an animated explanation of the terms class and object as used by computer programmers, and then contrast the differences.