Networking Fundamentals

Demystify computer networks and the internet. Learn TCP/IP, DNS, routers, switches, and how to set up and secure your home or small business network.

Level:Beginner
Duration:10 hours
Lessons:9

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Course Curriculum

1

Network Basics

LANs, WANs, and how devices communicate

45 min
2

The TCP/IP Model

Layers, protocols, and data transmission

60 min
3

IP Addresses and Subnetting

IPv4, IPv6, DHCP, and network addressing

75 min
4

DNS: The Internet's Phone Book

How domain names become IP addresses

45 min
5

Routers and Switches

Network hardware and their functions

60 min
6

WiFi Technology

Standards, frequencies, and optimization

45 min
7

Network Security Basics

Firewalls, encryption, and common threats

60 min
8

Setting Up a Home Network

Practical setup and configuration

60 min
9

Troubleshooting Network Issues

Tools and techniques for diagnosing problems

45 min

Total course duration: 10 hours