Basics of Computer Networking

Basics of Computer Networking
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Overview

Explore the fundamentals of computer networking, troubleshooting and network intrusion in this free online course

Skills you will learn

Who should do this course?

For anyone who wants to learn more about computer networks should take this course

What are the course deliverables?

Discuss the benefits and components of a computer network
Identify the various configurations of the Local Area Network
Distinguish between the different network topologies
State the properties of the different layers of the OSI model
Explain the functions of cables in computer networking
Identify various tools used in computer networking
Distinguish between the different internet protocols used in networking
State the requirements for computers to communicate on the internet
Discuss the procedures involved in configuring the dynamic host configuration protocol (DCHP)
List the configuration parameters for network hosts
Explain the functions of operating systems
Summarise the functions of firewalls in networking

More about this course

This course will give you a thorough introduction to computer networking, teaching you about the key network elements like its topologies, IP addresses and how to avoid network intrusions
In this course, we provide in-depth instruction on computer networking fundamentals
Although you will learn about the components and advantages of a computer network and the concepts of local area networks, this course first introduces you to a computer network, defined as the ?interconnection of two or more computers?
We will teach you the various types of network topology and their characteristics, after which we'll discuss the different kinds of IP addresses and introduce you to the OSI model and IEE 802.x standards for the OSI model