IP Routing

In this module, we will look at the basic concepts of IP Routing. At the end of this module you will understand how IP Data is routed on a TCP/IP network and how routing tables are used to determine the best path for data to travel through a network.

Introduction to Networking

In this module we will cover the basic fundamental concepts of networking. By the end of this module you will have an understanding of networking, why there is a need for networking and what the benefits of using a network are.

WINS

In this module we will introduce you to WINS, the Windows Internet Naming Service. We will cover the NetBIOS protocol and namespace and the different types of NetBIOS name resolution. We will also cover the WINS name resolution process.

Intro to DHCP

In this module we will cover why there is a need to use the DHCP service on a TCP/IP network. You will be familiar with the four phases of DHCP Assignment and we will also look at some DHCP implementation issues.

Intro to DNS

In this module we will cover the fundamental concepts of the Domain Name System and how it is used to resolve host names on a local or wide area network.

Network Host Names

In this module, we will look at Network Host Names and how they are used in the Name resolution process. We will cover the different methods that Windows 2000/XP can use for Name Resolution and what a HOSTS file is and how it is used.

Monitoring Network Activity

In this module we look at how to analyze network performance using the Network Monitor Tool. At the end of this module you should know how to install the network monitor tool and how to use the network monitor tool to analyze network performance.

Introducing NWLink

In this module we will look at NWLink the protocol developed by Microsoft to allow Windows computers to communicate with Novell NetWare Servers.

Access Method

In this module we will cover Access Methods. An access method is a set of rules that defines how the network nodes access the data on a network.

Network Cables

In this module we will look at the different types of cables that are used to transmit network signals. We will also look at the different types of signals and transmission techniques that are used to transmit information over a network.

Disaster Recovery

In this module we will examine how to use a strategy to reduce the loss of data and keep down time to a minimum.

Network Architecture

In this module we will cover the most common network architectures that are found on computers today including Ethernet, and Token Ring.

Wide Area Networks

In this module we will look at the various types of WAN transmission technologies, including how data can be transmitted using Analog, Digital and packet Switching Technologies.

Network Models

In this section we will look at network models and the different layers in these models. We will cover the OSI Model. The OSI model was developed as a way for different manufacturers to interpolate different network software components.

Network Protocols

In this module we will cover the fundamental concepts of network protocols. We will cover what a network protocol is and how TCP/IP became the default protocol.

Network Services Overview

In this module we will introduce you to the network services that are specific to the Windows 2000/XP Operating system.

TCP-IP Basics

In this module, we will look at the basics of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, the industry-standard suite of protocols designed for large-scale internetworks.

Network Troubleshooting

In this module we will look at common network problems. We will look at the steps and what strategies you can take to effectively troubleshoot a network.

Network Hardware

In this module we will look at the different types of networking hardware that are used on the network. We will look at the network Interface Card or NIC, Hubs, Routers, Bridges, Repeaters and Gateways.