NETWORK-ESS-6e.AB1.E0T

Networking Essentials 6e Course

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Lessons

14 Interactive Lessons · 120 topics

01 Introduction 1 topics

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02 Introduction to Computer Networks 9 topics

Introduction
Network Topologies
The OSI Model
The Ethernet LAN
Home Networking
Assembling an Office LAN
Testing and Troubleshooting a LAN
Summary
Questions and Problems

03 Physical Layer Cabling: Twisted-Pair 9 topics

Introduction
Structured Cabling
Twisted-Pair Cable
Terminating Twisted-Pair Cables
Cable Testing and Certification
10 Gigabit Ethernet over Copper
Troubleshooting Cabling Systems
Summary
Questions and Problems

04 Physical Layer Cabling: Fiber Optics 9 topics

Introduction
The Nature of Light
Fiber Attenuation and Dispersion
Optical Components
Optical Networking
Safety
Troubleshooting Fiber Optics: The OTDR
Summary
Questions and Problems

05 Wireless Networking 8 topics

Introduction
The IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN Standard
802.11 Wireless Networking
Bluetooth, WiMAX, RFID, and Mobile Communications
Configuring a Point-to-Multipoint Wireless LAN: A Case Study
Troubleshooting Wireless Networks
Summary
Questions and Problems

06 Interconnecting the LANs 9 topics

Introduction
The Network Bridge
The Network Switch
The Router
The Console Port Connection
Interconnecting LANs with the Router
Interconnecting LANs and WANs
Summary
Questions and Problems

07 TCP/IP 9 topics

Introduction
The TCP/IP Layers
Number Conversion
IPv4 Addressing
Subnet Masks: Subnetting and Supernetting
Supernetting, CIDR Blocks, and VLSM
IPv6 Addressing
Summary
Questions and Problems

08 Introduction to Router Configuration 8 topics

Introduction
Router Fundamentals
The Router’s User EXEC Mode (Router>)
The Router’s Privileged EXEC Mode (Router#)
Configuring the Network Interface: Auto-negotiation
Troubleshooting the Router Interface
Summary
Questions and Problems

09 Introduction to Switch Configuration 9 topics

Introduction
Introduction to VLANs
Introduction to Switch Configuration
VLAN Subinterfaces
Spanning Tree Protocol
Power over Ethernet
Troubleshooting the Switch Interface
Summary
Questions and Problems

10 Routing Protocols 12 topics

Introduction
Static Routing
Dynamic Routing Protocols
Distance Vector Protocols
Configuring RIP and RIPv2
Link-State Protocols
Configuring the Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Routing Protocol
Advanced Distance Vector Protocol: Configuring Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)
Internet Routing with Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
IPv6 Routing
Summary
Questions and Problems

11 Managing the Network Infrastructure 12 topics

Introduction
Domain Name and IP Address Assignment
IP Address Management with DHCP
Scaling a Network with NAT and PAT
Domain Name System (DNS)
Network Management Protocols
Analyzing Network Traffic
Network Analyzer: Wireshark
Analyzing Computer Networks: FTP Data Packets
Troubleshooting IP Networks
Summary
Questions and Problems

12 Network Security 12 topics

Introduction
Intrusion: How Attackers Gain Control of a Network
Denial-of-Service
Security Software and Hardware
Managing Network Access
Router Security
Switch Security
Wireless Security
Remote Access and VPN Technologies
Physical Security
Summary
Questions and Problems

13 Cloud Computing and Virtualization 6 topics

Introduction
Virtualization
Cloud Computing
Enterprise Storage
Summary
Questions and Problems

14 Codes and Standards 7 topics

Introduction
Safety Standards and Codes
Industry Regulatory Compliance
Business Policies, Procedures, and Other Best Practices
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
Summary
Questions and Problems

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