Networking Devices and Initial Configuration

If you know the basics of networking, then get ready to strengthen your foundation. A strong networking background is key if you are interested in exciting fields such as Cybersecurity and Network Development (DevNet) or want to continue towards a networking certification like Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA).

This course covers the essentials of network devices and how to configure them. Learn the characteristics and benefits of Cloud and Virtualization technologies. Explore how to provide Internet Protocol (IP) addresses to devices both manually and automatically. Using this knowledge, you will calculate an IP addressing scheme, configure Cisco devices to create a small network, and test for connectivity issues.

Module 1: Network Design
Module 2: Cloud and Virtualization
Module 3: Number Systems
Checkpoint Exam: Characteristics of Network Design
Module 4: Ethernet Switching
Module 5: Network Layer
Module 6: IPv4 Address Structure
Checkpoint Exam: Network Addressing
Module 7: Address Resolution
Module 8: IP Addressing Services
Module 9: Transport Layer
Checkpoint Exam: ARP, DNS, DHCP and the Transport Layer
Module 10: The Cisco IOS Command Line
Module 11: Build a Small Cisco Network
Module 12: ICMP
Checkpoint Exam: Configure Cisco Devices
Networking Devices and Initial Configuration Course Final Exam