The Daily Show Explains Net Neutrality

It's a series of tubes!

It’s important to contact our Senators in support of the Snowe-Dorgan Net Neutrality bill.
To see where your senator stands, and to call them, check out:
http://www.savetheinternet.com/=senatemap

What's New in Internet Technologies Fall 2006

** Coming for Fall 2006 **

AJAX Certificate

AJAX is a development methodology for creating highly interactive Web applications (sometimes called Web 2.0) such as Google Earth. Beginning Fall 06, a new AJAX Certificate and supporting courses will be available. Our AJAX certificate consists of classes in XHTML, XML, JavaScript, CSS, and a new class which focuses strongly on AJAX application development.

If you are interested in getting started with AJAX, plan to take the following courses before the more advanced AJAX module becomes available Winter 2007.

COIN 61 Publishing on the World Wide Web usingXHTML
COIN 78 eXtensible Markup Language
** COIN 70a Introduction to Programming using JavaScript
OR
** COIN 70b Using JavaScript

** If you haven't had programming, are new to JavaScript, or need a "brush up" programming course, take COIN 70a. If you have recent experience and knowledge with a high-level programming language, take COIN 70b.

Also Suggested
COIN 63 Advanced Web Technologies
COIN 65 Using Cascading Style Sheets for Design
CIS 27A JAVA

COIN 65
Using Cascading Style Sheets for Design

Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) have changed the focus of web development from presentation to structure. This class will discuss separating web content from formatting so that the resulting markup will render more quickly and, through the use of CSS, be presented in a variety of user agents. The class is designed for students who intend to pursue a web development career or for those who want a more advanced understanding of web site creation to enhance their own work or career path. Basic concepts include XHTML markup, methods of styling a document, CSS syntax, fonts and text, positioning elements, basic and advanced page layout and interface components.
Note: COIN 61, 63 strongly advised.

COIN 70a
Introduction to Programming using JavaScript-ONLINE!!

While not a new class, Fall 06 will be the first time COIN 70a will be offered online. The class will use Flash and video components to assist learning as well as regular reading and practice to ensure that students will gain an understanding of basic programming concepts as utilized in JavaScript. Multiple web-based projects will demonstrate how JavaScript is used on the web.
Note: COIN 61, 63 strongly advised.

COIN 211a
Using Digital Images

Need great holiday gifts?? Use your digital images for fun and/or profit! Learn how to create hard or soft cover books, calendars, note cards and more to make great gifts or remembrances. Create collateral materials for use in projects or presentations. Easy, quick and fun! (meets 2 Saturdays)

COIN 212
Blogging, Syndication and Podcasting

Blog and podcasting have received a lot of publicity in the popular press recently. This class will explain, demonstrate and provide hands-on experience with each of these technologies. At the end of the class, participants will have their own weblog and first-hand knowledge and understanding of the power of syndication when used to gather and disseminate knowledge and information. Using sound-editing software, students will also create their own podcast and upload it to the web (iPod not necessary). (meets 2 Saturdays)

Coming Winter 2007

COIN 76 Web Programming Tools: Multimedia-ONLINE!!

While not a new class, Winter 07 will be the first time COIN 76 will be offered online. This is a fun class that exposes students to a variety of multimedia publishing skills and tools. Graphics development and digital image manipulations with PhotoShop Elements, animation and site development with Flash, creating and digitizing audio with Audacity and video editing are all included. If you want some experience in multimedia development, this is the class for you. Designed especially for you "non-creative" types, you'll also learn about creativity and how to put together great looking materials even if you "can't draw". PS Creative types will have a blast too!!
Note: COIN 61, 63 advised.