
The LanNet suite of two courses describe Ethernet-based local area networks.
Ethernet fundamentals and structured cabling
Ethernet networks
This course provides detailed information about the components, operation and management of an Ethernet Local Area Network.
Advantages and operation of a bridge inc. "self-learning" facility
Benefits and features of the different types of switch
Role and operation of the Spanning Tree Protocol
Structure of IP packets and concept of network addressing
Basic facilities of a router; advantages of routing compared to switching
Role and operation of Address Resolution Protocol, ARP
Comparison of static and dynamic (DHCP) IP addressing
Role and operation of Network Address Translation (NAT).
Significance of TCP/UDP port numbers
Role and facilities of firewalls and proxy servers; static and dynamic access lists
Virtual Private Networks (VPN): role of VPN clients, VPN servers and IPsec
Role and facilities of the Simple Network Management Protocol, SNMP
Number of chapters: 6 Study time: 4 hours
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