Kursziele

Identify basic network theory concepts and major network communications methods. Describe bounded network media. Identify unbounded network media. Identify the major types of network implementations. Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods. Implement routing technologies. Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks. Identify the infrastructure of a WAN implementation. Identify the components used in cloud computing and virtualization. Describe basic concepts related to network security. Prevent security breaches. Respond to security incidents. Identify the components of a remote network implementation. Identify the tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network. Describe troubleshooting of issues on a network.

Kursinhalt

LESSON 1 – NETWORK THEORY

• Networking Terminology
• Network Categories
• Standard Network Models
• Physical Network Topologies
• Logical Network Topologies

LESSON 2 – NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS METHODS

• Data Transmission Methods
• Media Access Methods
• Signaling Methods

LESSON 3 – NETWORK MEDIA AND HARDWARE

• Bounded Network Media
• Unbounded Network Media
• Noise Control
• Network Connectivity Devices

LESSON 4 – NETWORK IMPLEMENTATIONS

• Ethernet Networks
• Wireless Networks

LESSON 5 – NETWORKING MODELS

• The OSI Model
• The TCP/IP Model

LESSON 6 – TCP/IP ADDRESSING AND DATA DELIVERY

• The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
• IP Addressing
• Default IP Addressing Schemes
• Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes
• Implement IPv6 Addresses
• Delivery Techniques

LESSON 7 – TCP/IP SERVICES

• Assign IP Addresses
• Domain Naming Services
• TCP/IP Commands
• Common TCP/IP Protocols
• TCP/IP Interoperability Services

LESSON 8 – LAN INFRASTRUCTURE

• Switching
• Enable Static Routing
• Implement Dynamic IP Routing
• Virtual LANs
• Plan a SOHO Network

LESSON 9 – WAN INFRASTRUCTURE

• WAN Transmission Technologies
• WAN Connectivity Methods
• Voice over Data Transmission

LESSON 10 – REMOTE NETWORKING

• Remote Network Architectures
• Remote Access Networking Implementations
• Virtual Private Networking
• VPN Protocols

LESSON 11 – SYSTEM SECURITY

• Computer Security Basics
• System Security Tools
• Authentication Methods
• Encryption Methods

LESSON 12 – NETWORK SECURITY

• Network Perimeter Security
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention
• Protect Network Traffic Using IPSec

LESSON 13 – NETWORK SECURITY THREATS AND ATTACKS

• Network-Based Security Threats and Attacks
• Apply Threat Mitigation Techniques
• Educate Users

LESSON 14 – NETWORK MANAGEMENT

• Network Monitoring
• Configuration Management Documentation
• Network Performance Optimization

LESSON 15 – NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING

• Network Troubleshooting Models
• Network Troubleshooting Utilities
• Hardware Troubleshooting Tools
• Common Connectivity Issues

Zielgruppe

This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration, or who wish to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification (Exam N10-006). A typical student taking the CompTIA® Network+® (Exam N10-006) course should have a minimum of nine months of professional computer support experience as a PC or help desk technician. Networking experience is helpful but not mandatory; A+ certification or equivalent skills and knowledge is helpful but not mandatory.