Project topic 2Due date: April 28th, 2003Networks operation: the Internet caseProject topic 2Due date: April 28th, 2003Networks operation: the Internet caseCreated by the U.S. Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, the Internet is the most important networktoday. As figure 1 illustrates, the Internet is a collection of various networks linked connected by devices called routers so that their computers can communicate.Figure 1: Internet operationYour assignment: To use course material, Web-based references, and textbooks relating to the project topic in order to produce a comprehensive document (10 pages or less) including the following:1) A description of the different categories of networks depending on their scope (range of operation)2) A description of the Client/Server system used in the Internet3) A detailed description of the Internet operation including answers to the question “What happens between a client PC and a Webserver?” (encapsulation/deencapsulation, routing decisions, etc.)4) A discussion of the ethical issues relating to the Internet.Evaluation Criteria:- Form (clear, concise, easy to follow, logically arranged) - Content (logical, use and understanding of appropriate references and course material)- Proper indication of your sources- Use of Web-based as well as textbook references.Note: References must be indicated in your document at appropriate places. Your document must include an alphabetical bibliography with all references used. 1Few Web-based references:Brain Marshall, “How Web Servers Work”, HowStuffWorks (http://www.howstuffworks.com/web-server.htm) visited on November 1st, 2002.Tyson Jeff, “How Internet Infrastructure Works”, HowStuffWorks (http://www.howstuffworks.com/internet-infrastructure.htm) visited on November 1st, 2002.Franklin Curt “How DSL Works”, HowStuffWorks (http://www.howstuffworks.com/dsl.htm) visited September 28th, 2002Some Online dictionaries:TechEncyclopedia: http://www.techweb.com/encyclopedia/ Whatis.com:
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