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Network+ 2005 Module 1 - Networking Fundamentals
Course Aims
This is module number 1 of 7 of a practical hands-on course is intended for readers wishing to qualify with Network+ Certification. The main aim of this course is to help to prepare you for CompTIA's Network+ 2005 Certification exam. Network+ Certification has been created as a benchmark for local area networking installation and support. The qualification is endorsed by Microsoft, Novell, Cisco, Compaq, and Lotus, among other leading vendors. By completing this course, you will also be assisted with entry into a career in ICT. This course will particularly benefit you in pursuing a career in network administration, as a Network Support Technician, Network Administrator, or Network Analyst or in Help Desk support. |
Assumed Knowledge
Readers should meet the following criteria prior to attending the course - taken and passed both A+ Certification exams or have equivalent knowledge and experience; six months to one year of post A+ Certification support experience and extensive experience of supporting end-users and PC-based systems. |
Course Audience
This course has been created for students who have or will have the responsibility for installing, maintaining and troubleshooting local area networks, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Windows Networks, Novell NetWare, and UNIX/Linux-based systems. The course has been developed to produce competent network support engineers that are capable of taking and passing CompTIA’s “Network+ 2005 Certification Support Skills” exam. This qualification is particularly recommended for students who wish to progress to the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer qualification. |
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Table of Contents
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Unit 1 - Networking Elements
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Unit 1 - Networking Elements
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LANs, WANs, and the Internet
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LANs, WANs, and the Internet
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Network Components
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Uses and Benefits of a LAN
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Server-Based Networks
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Advantages and Disadvantages of a Server based System
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Peer-to-Peer Networks
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Advantages and Disadvantages
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Unit 2 - Physical Topologies
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Unit 2 - Physical Topologies
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Introduction to Topologies
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Introduction to Topologies
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Star Topology
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Bus Topology
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Ring Topology
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Other Topologies
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Hybrid - Star Bus and Star Ring
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Hierarchical or Tree - Stars Nested with Other Stars
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Unit 3 - Physical Media
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Transmission Media
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Media Bandwidth
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Half Duplex and Full Duplex
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Media Types
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Twisted-Pair Cable (TP)
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Unshielded Twisted-Pair (UTP)
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Shielded Twisted-Pair (STP)
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Advantages of Twisted-Pair Cabling
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Disadvantages of Twisted-Pair Cabling
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Twisted-Pair Cabling Connectors (RJ-45/RJ-11)
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Coaxial Cable
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Connecting Devices to Coax Cable
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Grounding and Terminating
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Disadvantages of Coax Cable
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Fibre Optic Cable
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Categories of Fibre Cable
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Common Installation of Fibre Optic Cable
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Advantages of Fibre Optic Cable
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Disadvantages of Fibre Optic Cable
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Firewire (IEEE 1394)
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USB
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Glossary
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