Networking Essentials

Overview

Key facts

This Networking Essentials course from Warnborough College will teach you:

• What computer networks are

• Their component parts

• Different configurations

• What different configurations can be used for

A computer network is a group of interconnected computers or devices all interacting with each other and exchanging information. A network can have any amount of devices connected to it – as long as there’s at least two to start with. Devices on networks usually consist of routers, modems, printers, external hard drives and computers.

Lesson Aims

• Discuss the history and key developments in networking.

• Describe the main networking models, terminology and standards.

• Explain the different topologies, architectures and transmission media in computer networks.

• Explain the physical components within a network and how individual components connect to each other.

• Evaluate the needs of the organisation and design a logical network.

• Discuss reasons for network upgrade and techniques for managing a network upgrade.

• Explain the importance of network protection to prevent downtime and preserve valuable data.

• Identify and compare various connection options like dial-up connections and dedicated connections.

• Describe the installation process and configurations for networking.

• Describe the TCP/IP suites of utilities generally used by end users.