Networking

Course Contents

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      1.Introduction to Networking

                1.1 Overview

                1.2 Objectives

                1.3 Introduction

                1.4 Networking Connectivity

                1.5Network Topologies

                1.6 Protocols

                1.7 Programs and Processes

                1.8 Protocol Layering Concepts

      2.The OSI Model Layers 1 - 4

                2.1 Objectives

                2.2 Introduction

                2.3The Physical Layer

                2.4 The Data Link Layer

                2.5 The Network Layer

                2.6 The Transport Layer

      3.The OSI Model Layers 5 - 7

                3.1 The Session Layer

                3.2 The Presentation Layer

                3.3 The Application Layer

      4.LAN Architectur

                4.1 History of LANs

                4.2 Transmission Methods and Media:

                4.3LAN Protocols Introduction:

                4.4Ethernet

                4.5Token Rings

                4.6Token Bus

                4.7Wireless LANs

               4.8Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI)

      5.Computing Platforms

                5.1 Personal Computers

                5.2 Workstations

                5.3Midrange Computers

                5.4Mainframe Computer

      6.Network Operating Systems

                6.1 The Client/Server Model

                6.2 Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

                6.3 PC LAN Architectures and the OSI Model

                6.4Network Operating System

                6.5Novell NetWare and the OSI Model

                6.6AppleTalk and the OSI Model

                6.7UNIX and the OSI Mode

                6.8LANtastic and the OSI Mode

      7.System Architectures

                7.1 TCP/IP Naming and Addressing

                7.2 TCP/IP Applications and Application Services

                7.3 TCP/IP Protocol Details

                7.4 System Architectures

      8.Internetworking

                8.1 Relays and Repeaters

                8.2 Bridges

                8.3 Routers

                8.4 Gateways

                8.4 Hubs

                8.4 Switches

                8.4 Network Management and SNMP

      9.Telecommunications Overview

                9.1 Sample Telecommunications Services and Components

                9.2 WAN Link Options