Weekly blog #3

This week in class I learned many things. One that o found very interesting was that there are several types of networks, like Local-area networks and Wide-area networks. I also learned that they have various configurations and architectures. I found interesting that networks are not just made of cables but can also be made of microwaves or satellites and they are also made of different pieces of hardware including routers, bridges or gateways. This week I also learned about this amazing piece of software: CyberLink magic Sport 4. I found amazing how software, can make a summary of a football game’s most important moments. I think it is incredible how the software can distinguish of what parts are important or not without any human interaction.

This week mortgage data, including over 5000 social security numbers were distributed trough an online peer-to-peer network. Once that data is downloaded it can be stored on millions of different computers and impossible to delete or track. It is sad how something so great that allows instant communication can be used to hurt people. Of course it is one of the disadvantages or dangers of networks. To read the complete article click the link: http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070921/ap_on_hi_te/file_sharing_leak_2