It's a good course if you have some prior knowledge. For absolute beginners, some concepts might be a bit challenging. The structure is logical, though.
Network+ N10-008 Certification Prep: Networking and Security Basics
Learn to configure, manage, and secure modern networks while building the essential skills required for entry-level IT infrastructure roles.
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Course contents
6 modules · 30 lessons · 3h 3m
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Foundations and Physical Infrastructure
Understand the basic language of networking and the physical components that make it work.
- Welcome to Networking
Introduction to essential networking terminology and the concept of how data moves.5 min - Cables and Connectors
Identifying different types of physical media like Copper, Fiber, and their connectors.6 min - Core Network Devices
Defining the roles of hubs, switches, and routers in a network.6 min - Network Topologies
Visualizing how devices are connected in Star, Mesh, and Bus architectures.6 min - The OSI Model: Lower Layers
Understanding the Physical, Data Link, and Network layers of the OSI model.7 min - The OSI Model: Upper Layers
Exploring the Transport, Session, Presentation, and Application layers.6 min
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Logical Configuration and Protocols
Master the protocols and addressing schemes that allow devices to communicate.
- The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
How the Internet protocol suite maps to the OSI model and handles data.6 min - IPv4 Addressing Basics
Understanding IP addresses, subnet masks, and default gateways.7 min - Introduction to Subnetting
The logic behind dividing a network into smaller, manageable segments.8 min - IPv6: The Future of Addressing
Recognizing the structure and necessity of 128-bit IPv6 addresses.6 min - DHCP: Automatic Configuration
How the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol assigns IP addresses automatically.6 min - DNS: Name Resolution
How the Domain Name System translates human-readable names into IP addresses.6 min
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Wireless, Virtualization, and Cloud
Explore modern networking environments beyond traditional wired setups.
- Wireless Standards (802.11)
Comparing different Wi-Fi standards and their speeds/frequencies.6 min - Wireless Configuration
Setting up SSIDs, channels, and basic wireless security.6 min - Virtualization Fundamentals
Understanding virtual switches, machines, and hypervisors.6 min - Cloud Infrastructure Models
Defining SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS in a networking context.6 min - Cloud Connectivity
How private networks connect to public cloud resources.6 min
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Network Security Principles
Identify threats and implement defenses to protect network infrastructure.
- Common Network Vulnerabilities
Identifying threats like Spoofing, DoS, and Man-in-the-Middle attacks.6 min - Firewalls and ACLs
Implementing security filters to control inbound and outbound traffic.6 min - Zero-Trust Principles
The 'never trust, always verify' approach to modern network security.6 min - Authentication Methods
Using MFA and RADIUS/TACACS+ for secure network access.6 min - Physical Security
Securing the server room and hardware from unauthorized physical access.5 min
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Operations and Optimization
Learn how to maintain, document, and improve network performance.
- Network Documentation
Creating diagrams and asset logs to maintain a professional environment.6 min - Monitoring Tools
Using SNMP and performance monitors to track network health.6 min - Performance Optimization
Applying Quality of Service (QoS) and load balancing to improve speed.6 min - Business Continuity
The importance of backups and redundancy in network design.6 min
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Troubleshooting and Tools
Develop a systematic approach to fixing network issues using standard tools.
- Troubleshooting Methodology
The 7-step process for identifying and resolving network problems.6 min - CLI Tools: Connectivity
Using Ping and Tracert to test reachability and path.6 min - CLI Tools: Configuration
Using Ipconfig, Nslookup, and Netstat to verify settings.6 min - Common Connectivity Issues
Diagnosing DNS failures, IP conflicts, and cable faults.7 min
The Small Business Network Blueprint
Design a complete network for a small office including hardware selection, IP addressing scheme, and security policy.
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Reviews (3)
This course provided exactly what I needed. The clarity and depth of the material were outstanding. Highly recommended!
Exceeded my expectations! The structure was logical, and the real-world scenarios really helped cement the learning. Great value.
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