Understanding Networking Fundamentals
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A strong foundation of basic networking concepts is fundamental to a successfulcareer in information technology, and in our popular Understanding NetworkingFundamentals course, you'll gain those real-world, practical skills.
In this broad-based foundational course, you'll move step-by-step through thebasics of data networking, practicing with leading-edge technologies from Cisco,Juniper, ADTRAN, HP, Dell, and Microsoft.
With a strong foundation and an understanding of basic network functions,standards, and protocols, you will be prepared to tackle advanced networkingskills including TCP/IP, security, wireless integration, and Voice over IP.
Audience
Anyone who wants to gain a solid networking foundation in a real-world,multi-vendor environment or wants to take the first step in preparing for acareer as an IT professional.
Learning Objectives
- How switches and routers interconnect using equipment from multiple vendors
- IP addressing and how to create subnets
- How TCP/IP works and how to configure it on various devices
- Capture and view network traffic using a protocol analyzer
- Wireless network options available
- Basic security and firewall issues
- How Ethernet works and how all of the various forms can be connected
- Basics of layered network protocols
- Difference between logical and physical network segments
- Install Cat 5e UTP and fiber optic cables
- How VLANs function
- When and how to use NAT
- Function of various routing protocols such as RIP, EIGRP, and OSPF
- An overview of WAN technologies
- Functions of NetBIOS and NetBEUI
- Benefits and issues of Instant Communications
1. Network Overview
- Defining a Network
- Reasons to Use a Network
- Network Components
- End Devices
- Operating Systems
- Network Infrastructure
- Network Types
- Network Services
2. Network Functions and Standards
- Generic Network Functions
- Standards Organizations
- Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
- Common WAN Serial Interface Standards
- Internet Organizations
- Internet Standards Process
- OSI Model Overview
- Layer 1: Physical Layer
- Layer 2: Data Link Layer
- Layer 3: Network Layer
- Layer 4: Transport Layer
- Layer 5: Session Layer
- Layer 6: Presentation Layer
- Layer 7: Application Layer
- TCP/IP Model
3. Local Signaling Media
- Serial Cabling Specifications
- Media Interface Specifications
- DCE and DTE Specifications
- Twisted-Pair Cabling Specifications
- Cable Runs
- Unshielded Twisted Pair Cabling
- Half-Duplex and Full-Duplex Operation
- Seven Keys to Successful UTP Wiring
- Fiber Optic Cabling Systems
- Fiber Optic Cabling Types
- Wireless Networking Systems
- Wireless Network Preparation
- Cellular Modem
4. Ethernet
- Ethernet Overview
- Network Interface Cards
- Ethernet Addressing
- Ethernet Standards
- 10 Mbps Ethernet Connectivity Options
- 100 Mbps Ethernet Connectivity Options
- Gigabit Ethernet Overview
- 10 Gigabit Ethernet Connectivity Options
- 40 Gigabits and 100 Gigabits
- Ethernet Version II Frame Structure
- Ethernet Type Field
- IEEE 802.3 with 802.2 Frame Format
- Captured Frame Displayed by a Protocol Analyzer
- Ethernet Equipment Overview
- Ethernet Ports and Connectors
- Ethernet Switches
- Routers
- Integrating 10, 100, and 1,000 Mbps and 10 Gbps Ethernet
- Ethernet Performance Issues
5. Switching
- Switching Overview
- Current Switch Installations
- Switch Operation Overview
- The Learning Process
- The Flooding Process Part1
- The Forwarding and Filtering Process
- The Flooding Process Part 2
- Switch Loop Problems
- Switch Configuration
- Port Security
- Spanning Tree Algorithm Overview
- STA Root Switch Election
- STA Path Selection
- Spanning Tree Timers
- STA Self-Healing Ability
- VLAN Overview
- VLAN Configuration
- VLAN Operation
- VLANs on Multiple Switches
- Switch Troubleshooting
6. Logical Addressing
- Logical Address Overview
- Binary Numbering
- Converting Binary to Decimal
- Converting Decimal to Binary
- Conversion Practice
- Dotted Decimal Notation
- Logical Address Types
- Class-Based Addressing
- Network-Specific Addresses
- Reserved Addresses
- Private Addresses
- Network Masking
- Classless Addressing
7. Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
- Address Resolution Overview
- ARP Process
- ARP Messages
- ARP Cache
- Duplicate MAC Addresses
- Gratuitous ARP
- Proxy ARP
- ARP Restrictions
- ARP Command
8. Network Layer Process
- Logical Addressing
- Network Loop Handling
- Routing Decision-Making
- Path Control
- Multicast Management
- Communication Flexibility
- Multiplexing
- Data Length Management
- Quality of Service
- Data Receipt Verification
- Diagnostics
- Logical Error Review
9. Subnetting
- Subnetting Overview
- Communication Between Hosts
- IP Address and Mask
- Subnetting Basics
- Subnet Rules
- Subnetting Decisions
- Four Key Addresses
- Case Study
- Onageristic Analysis Inc.
- Masking for Subnets
- Masking for Interfaces
- Headquarters Addressing
- East Addressing
- West Addressing
- WWAN Addressing
10. Routing
- Routing Overview
- Logical Segmentation
- Static Links vs. Dynamic Routing
- Router Configuration Overview
- Routing Protocols
- Routing Metrics
- Routing Decisions
- Routing Protocol Operation
- Routing Information Protocol
- RIP Routing Tables
- Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
- Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP)
- Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
11. WAN Overview
- WAN Overview
- Telecommunications Infrastructure
- Connection Types: PVC and SVC
- WAN Technologies
- WAN Circuit-Switching
- Wide Area Transmission Rates
- SONET
- Leased Lines
- WAN Packet-Switching
- Packet-Switching Networks
- Metro/Carrier Ethernet
- X.25 Overview
- Frame Relay Overview
12. Host-to-Host Handling
- Process Identification
- Application Port Numbering
- Temporary Ports
- Port Address Translation
- Connectionless Function
- Connectionless Support
- Connection-Based Functions
- Connection Handshake
- Connection Shutdown
13. Supporting Processes
- Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
- Four-Step IP Addressing Process
- Domain Name System
- Internet Naming Hierarchy
- Top-Level Domains
- Country Domains
- Dynamic DNS
- ICMP Overview
- The ping Command
- Variation Reports
14. NetBIOS and NetBEUI
- A Historical Perspective
- What is NetBIOS?
- NetBIOS Services
- NetBIOS vs. NetBEUI
- NetBIOS over TCP/IP
- Server Message Block
- SMB Security
- NetBIOS Limitations
- The net Commands
- The nbtstat Command
15. Security
- Network Security Overview
- Network Security Assessment
- Attack Types
- Hackers and Attackers
- Authentication
- Enciphering
- Intrusion Detection Systems
- Content Filtering
- Firewalls
- Personal Firewalls
- Packet Filters
- Proxy Servers
- Stateful Inspection Firewalls
- Security Levels
- Single-Layer Protection
- Double-Layer Protection
- Triple-Layer Protection
- Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
- Develop a Security Plan
- Vulnerability Assessment
16. User and Manager Processes
- User and Manager Processes Overview
- Terminal Emulation
- File Transfer
- Connection-Based File Transfer
- Connectionless File Transfer
- E-Mail
- Sending E-Mail
- Retrieving E-Mail
- Web Browsing
- Uniform Resource Locator
- Network Management
17. Wireless LANs
- Wireless LAN Overview
- Wireless LAN Components
- Wireless Design Issues
- Wireless LAN Standards
- IEEE 802.11b
- IEEE 802.11a
- IEEE 802.11g
- IEEE 802.11n
- Wi-Fi Alliance
- Wireless Security
- Basic Security Steps
- Wired Equivalent Privacy
- Wi-Fi Protected Access
- Wi-Fi Protected Access 2
- Standard Optional Solutions
- Cellular Wi-Fi Router
18. Instant Communications
- Instant Messaging Overview
- Integrated Communications
- Presence Awareness
- Security Issues
- Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Act
- Standards
- SIMPLE
- XMPP
- Short Message Service
- SMS Center
- Enhanced Messaging Service
- Multimedia Messaging Service
- Potential Future
19. Networking Advances
- Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)
- IPv6 Addressing
- Internet2
- What is Unified Communications?
- UC Components
- Unified Messaging
- Presence
- Web Conferencing
- Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP)
- Voice over IP
- Uses for VoIP
- Why VoIP Instead of Traditional Voice?
- IPTV
- Streaming
- Protocol Decisions