Discuss the characteristics and standards of network computing, Explain the benefits of interoperability and converged networks, Describe the role of intranet and extranet portals and how they support supply chain management, Understand the role of discovery, communication, and collaboration capabilities for organizations, Describe how new communication technologies are replacing or filling the gaps left by conventional technologies, Describe how IT-based collaboration and communication support group work and decision making, Describe the fundamental principals and capabilities of group work technologies, Evaluate the managerial, social, and ethical issues related to the use of network computing, messaging, and collaboration.