Description
The tutorial Protocols and Internetworking Standards focus on the technical knowledge of network concepts and describes how to install and configure wired and wireless networks. It teaches you about the various network media and topologies and how to troubleshoot connectivity problems. In addition, the tutorial enables you to manage and monitor networks and implement various security measures to ensure network security.
After completing this course, you will be able to install, configure, troubleshoot, and manage. and secure wired and wireless networks.
Rationale
When an organization’s networks form the backbone of its operations, the network administrator has to ensure that its networks function smoothly at all times. For this, organizations require network administrators who thoroughly understand networking concepts, including network connectivity devices, signal transmission methods, network models, networking standards, and switching technologies.
In the current global business environment where organizations may operate from several geographical locations, network administrators must be able to manage and monitor networks efficiently.
In addition, in the context of organizations’ need for greater security for their networks, data, and systems, network administrators must have the ability to implement security mechanisms to prevent and mitigate security attacks.
This tutorial equips you with comprehensive knowledge of networking concepts and the skills required to set up, manage, troubleshoot, and secure networks.
Purposes
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Explore and summarize networking concepts.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks.
- Identify the various network media types and connector types.
- Explore different network topologies.
- Explore the LAN and WAN technologies.
- Identify and troubleshoot common connectivity issues.
- Analyze network traffic using the appropriate network monitoring resources.
- Implement wireless security measures.
- Identify the methods of network access security and user authentication.
- Identify common threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques in the context of network security.
Who can take this tutorial
You should know the following before taking this tutorial:
- Basics of computers and their components
- Installing and troubleshooting system unit components
- Installing and troubleshooting computer peripherals and devices
- Installing and configuring the Windows OS
- Basics of networking and network connectivity
- Basics of security methods and threats
Exit Profile
After completing this tutorial, you will be able to
- Identify and define network components, models, and protocols
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot networks
- Manage and monitor networks
- Implement security methods to ensure network security