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Provided by: Affinity IT Training, LLC Introduction to Data Communications |
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Training
Provided by Affinity IT Training, LLC
Presents a comprehensive overview of technology used in networks.
It provides a general introduction to
the hardware, software,
and protocols used in such networks.
Common configuration procedures,
and troubleshooting are also addressed.
Optionally, students may participate
in a group project (2 day delivery only)
where they will build a small computer network
from the ground up in a real world scenario.
Duration and topic selection can be adjusted based on client need.
Audience:Computer users seeking to gain an understanding of computer networking, including basic configuration and troubleshooting skills.
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Introduction to Data Communications
Objectives
- Understand the reasons why computer networks are so useful in modern businesses
- Understand the technologies used in computer LANs and WANs
- Understand the various types of hardware and cabling used in modern networks
- Understand the protocols used in modern networks, with a focus on TCP/IP
- Cover basic troubleshooting techniques used when a network goes down
- Physically assemble the equipment needed to make a business network (2 day course only)
- Configure the protocols required to make a network function (2 day course only)
- Install and configure file sharing and communication software on the network (2 day course only)
Outline
Introduction
Introductions
What is a computer network?
What are the benefits of a computer network?
What are the drawbacks of a computer network?
The basic components of any computer network
Computer Network Hardware
Hubs, Switches, and Routers
Network Topologies - Bus, Star, Mesh
Cabling - STP/UTP, Coaxial, and Fiber Optics
PC interfaces to a network - Modems, NICs, Wireless
Networking Protocols
Addressing basics - Names, Numbers, Workgroups, and Domains
Introduction to TCP/IP
Summary of NETBEUI, IPX/SPX, Appletalk
Network Services - FPS, WWW, Email, Data Storage
WAN Technologies
Overview of ISDN, DSL, T1, Frame Relay, Dial-Up, and Cable Modems
Introduction to Cable Modems
Introduction to DSL
Introduction to Dial-Up
Intoduction to Business Class WAN connections (T1, Frame Relay, etc)
Troubleshooting PC Networks
TCP/IP Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting physical connectivity
Troubleshooting network services
Troubleshooting business networks
Troubleshooting home networks
Hands-On: Building a Computer Network (2 Day Delivery)
Assembling network devices
Cabling
PC components
Hands-On: Network Configuration (2 Day Delivery)
Installing and configuring TCP/IP
Installing and configuring network services
Configuring file sharing services
WWW and FTP
Email
Setup
- Internetworked PCs
- Internet access (preferred)
Training Materials
- Course Workbook
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About The Training Provider: Affinity IT Training, LLC
Affinity IT Training, LLC - .
We are a provider of hands-on, instructor-led IT training for the global business community including website development, databases, programming languages and more. Training includes: ASP, .NET, C#, C , DB2, AJAX, JavaScript, HTML/XHTML/XML, Unix, Linux, Perl, Python, Ruby On Rails, Oracle, Sybase, SQL Server, Project Management Training and customized Integrated Case Study.
