Networking Fundamentals

Learn Everything About Computer Networks

4.4(87)3h 18m20 lectures2 sections

What you'll learn

  • Understand networking fundamentals
  • Learn to configure IPv4 addresses
  • Use Packet Tracer to create networks
  • Identify core networking protocols
  • Configure VLAN and set up DHCP
  • Build a complete network and adjust settings

About this course

This course aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of network concepts, types, and protocols used, along with learning how to design and manage a small computer network. Topics covered include network components, devices, and security, network design, selecting appropriate hardware, and applications of key protocols like SMTP/FTP/TCP/IP, among others. This course is an excellent starting point for acquiring fundamental knowledge of computer networks and developing skills in this important field.

Expected outcomes

  • Ability to design small networks using appropriate tools.
  • Mastery of subnetting.
  • Configuration and management of VLANs and DHCP servers.
  • Using Packet Tracer to simulate and test networks.
  • Understanding essential protocols and important ports for networking.

Course content

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Networking Fundamentals

18 lectures
  1. Introduction to Networking Concepts8:16
  2. Network Devices (Nodes) and Networking Media10:20
  3. Types of Networks and Network Topology12:24
  4. Packet Tracer and Network Addressing20:02
  5. How to Download Packet Tracer5:25
  6. IPV4 Protocol11:01
  7. Convert IP Address from Binary to Decimal12:05
  8. Convert Decimal to Binary8:19
  9. Subnet Mask (Part 1)14:03
  10. Subnet Mask (Part 2)13:07
  11. Subnetting16:32
  12. Subnet ID13:08
  13. Protocols and ports9:40
  14. Network Communications6:47
  15. Build a small network with hub and switch6:50
  16. Using VLAN14:03
  17. Using DHCP server for automatic IP configuration7:04
  18. Using Router9:13
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Add-ons

2 attachments
  1. Download the Comprehensive Guide to Network Maintenance and Installation
  2. Download the Practical Project File

Instructor

Eng. Ammar Ibrahim

Eng. Ammar Ibrahim

Telecommunications engineer with experience in training and a researcher at the Arab Academy for Science and Technology.
624 students1 courses