Explains common physical and logical network topologies. This section also provides an overview of major operating systems, including Microsoft Windows NT, Novell Netware, and UNIX.

  TOPICS COVERED

Basic Network Structure
Mesh Topology
Star Topology
Ring Topology
Bus Topology
Operating System Fundamentals
Windows NT
Novell NetWare
UNIX
Network Clients
Networking Protocols
RAID Fault Tolerance
Newer Fault Tolerance Classifications

Explains the advantages of various network transmission media and the connectors used with these media. This section also explains the attributes and functions of common network elements.

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Network Media Types
Wireless Media
Twisted Pair Cable
Cabling Standards
STP
Coaxial Cable
Fiber-Optic Cable
Fiber Optic Technologies and T-Carrier
Simplex, Half Duplex, and Full Duplex
LANs and WANs
Client-Server and Peer-to-Peer Networking
NICs and Network Infrastructure
Hub Types

Provides an overview of the OSI reference model of data communication networks. This course also explains devices that pertain to the physical layer.

  TOPICS COVERED

OSI Reference Model
Application Layer
Presentation Layer
Session Layer
Transport Layer
Transport Layer
Data Link Layer
Physical Layer
Other Data Communications Models
Network Card Installation
Network Card Diagnostics
Resolving Resource Conflicts
Network Card Troubleshooting
Hubs, Repeaters and Multistation Access Units
Media Attachment Units and Transceivers

Provides an overview of IEEE 802.x specifications. This section then discusses in depth the three most common specifications: 802.2, 802.3 and 802.5.

  TOPICS COVERED

Bridges
IEEE 802.x Specifications
IEEE 802.2 Logical Link Protocol
IEEE 802.3 Ethernet Protocol
CSMA/CD Data Frame Format
CSMA/CD Functionality
Ethernet Network Examples
IEEE 802.5 Token Ring Protocol
Token Ring Frame Format
MAC Layer Addressing

Explains concepts related to the Network and Transport layers of the OSI Reference model. This section then provides an overview of TCP/IP fundamentals.

  TOPICS COVERED

Network Layer and Routing Fundamentals
Routers, Brouters, and Gateways
Routable and Nonroutable Protocols
Subnetworks and IP Addressing
Transport Layer Specifics
The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
TCP Sockets and Services
TCP Frame Format
User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
Internet Protocol
IP Packet Data Fields
IP Addressing
Classful IP

Shows how to perform common TCP/IP administrative tasks.

  TOPICS COVERED

Domain Name Service (DNS)
DNS Setup and Configuration
Assigning a Static IP Address
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Windows Internet Naming Service (WINS)
IP Default Gateway Setup
ARP
Ipconfig, Winipcfg and Nslookup
Nbtstat and Netstat
Ping and Tracert
Telnet, FTP and TFTP
Additional Protocols

Provides an overview of remote connectivity concepts and protocols, including PPP, SLIP, PPTP and ISDN, and shows the user how to install and configure a modem for dial-up networking.

  TOPICS COVERED

Dial-Up Networking Elements
Channels and Protocols
Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP)
Serial Line Internet Protocol (SLIP)
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)
Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)
Public Switched Telephone Network (PSTN)
Modem Installation
Modem Testing
Modem Troubleshooting and Configuration
RAS and VPN

Explains how to plan, implement and document an effective network installation.

  TOPICS COVERED

Planning and Preparation
Network Documentation
Standard Operating Procedures
Required Approvals
Documenting Network Connections
Environmental Security Risks
Environmental Performance Risks
Network Diagrams
SCSI
Alternative Power Supplies
Media Filters and Patch Panels
Compatibility and Cabling Issues

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