IT- Networking

The course talks about various topics of the network from network planning, design, installation, to its management. General topics may include network components, standards and protocols, topologies, architectures, system hardware, design and network layout, wiring and installation, network operating systems, servers, connection and services for clients, security and system administration, and management. Other topics may include network applications, performance tuning, disaster recovery, hybrid systems, virtual networks, VoIP, and network monitoring and management tools.  The course can prepare students for CompTIA Network+ N10-007 Cert exam.

Topics

Computer Network Fundamentals 

    Foundation Topics

    Defining a Network

    Networks Defined by Geography

    Networks Defined by Topology

    Wireless Topologies

    Networks Defined by Resource Location

The OSI Reference Model

Network Components Network Components

    Media

    Network Infrastructure Devices  

    Specialized Network Devices 

    Virtual Network Devices 

    Voice over IP Protocols and Components 

•Ethernet Technology

•IPv4 and IPv6 Addresses

       Binary Numbering 

       IPv4 Addressing 

       Assigning IPv4 Addresses 

       Subnetting 

•Routing IP Packets

•Wide Area Networks (WANs)

•Wireless Technologies

•Network Optimization

•Command-Line Tools

    Windows Commands

    UNIX Commands

•Network Management 

    Maintenance Tools 

    Network Documentation 

    Monitoring Resources and Reports

 Network Security  

    Categories of Network Attacks 

    Defending Against Attacks 

    Remote-Access Security

    Firewalls

    Virtual Private Networks

    Intrusion Detection and Prevention

Network Policies and Best Practices  

Network Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Basics 

    Physical Layer Troubleshooting 

    Data Link Layer Troubleshooting 

    Network Layer Troubleshooting 

    Wireless Troubleshooting  

    Specialized Networks