Introduction to Computer Networks for Non-Techies

Name: Introduction to Computer Networks for Non-Techies
Brand: Alton Hardin
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104 Lessons (7h)

Section 1: Course Introduction
Course Introduction and Overview3:22
What This Course Is & What It Isn't
Instructor Introduction1:20
Section 2: Overview and Benefits of Computer Networks
What Is a Computer Network?4:58
Some Basic Computer Networking Rules3:28
Why Build a Computer Network?3:57
How Computer Networks Impact Our Daily Lives5:24
Benefits of Computer Networks3:39
Section 3: How Computer Networks Work
Introduction to Computer Networking Protocols4:22
Introduction to the OSI Model10:39
Introduction to the TCP/IP Model4:47
Introduction to MAC Addresses9:01
Introduction to IP Addresses6:47
IP versus MAC Addresses3:37
Section 4: Network Topologies
LANs and WANs8:20
Peer-to-Peer Network Architecture10:09
Client-Server Network Architecture6:23
Common Networking Components7:59
Introduction to Physical Network Topologies3:01
Common Physical Network Topologies14:28
Physical Network Topology Selection Criteria6:02
Network Design Scenarios Introduction0:48
Class Follow-Along Exercise: Network Design Scenario #16:49
Class Follow-Along Exercise: Network Design Scenario #22:28
Class Follow-Along Exercise: Network Design Scenario #35:11
Section 5: Networking Devices
Section Introduction
Network Interface Cards2:08
Hubs3:23
Switches5:06
Hubs versus Switches2:28
How a Switch Learns MAC Addresses5:51
Wireless Access Points2:15
Routers3:27
Introduction to the Packet Routing Process5:47
Firewalls2:36
DHCP Servers2:27
All-in-One SOHO Devices2:19
Section 6: Network Cabling
Section Introduction
Importance of Network Cabling1:36
Types of Network Cabling2:07
Twisted Pair Copper Network Cabling7:14
Fiber Optic Network Cabling7:53
Twisted Pair Copper Wiring Standards5:31
Networking Cable Selection Criteria3:40
Straight Through versus Cross Over Network Cables6:19
Section 7: The OSI Model
OSI Model Overview4:24
OSI Layer 7 - The Application Layer2:50
OSI Layer 6 - The Presentation Layer2:10
OSI Layer 5 - The Session Layer1:29
OSI Layer 4 - The Transport Layer2:47
OSI Layer 3 - The Network Layer2:37
OSI Layer 2 - The Data Link Layer2:14
OSI Layer 1 - The Physical Layer1:12
OSI Model Data Encapsulation and Decapsulation5:10
Section 8: Planning a Network
Why we Plan5:08
The Overall Process3:05
Understanding the Business3:11
Establishing a Business Need4:04
Defining Specific Areas of Improvement3:07
Buy-in and Resources1:34
Hidden Costs4:15
Other Considerations3:38
Planning Questions2:53
Next Steps2:07
Section 9: Introduction to TCP/IP
What is TCP/IP?1:06
TCP/IP Protocols0:45
Section 10: TCP/IP Network Layer Protocols
TCP/IP Network Layer Protocols0:30
Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)4:32
Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4)3:47
Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)2:10
Internet Control Message Protocol (ICMP)5:31
Section 11: TCP/IP Transport Layer Protocols
TCP/IP Transport Layer Protocols0:41
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)3:33
User Datagram Protocol (UDP)3:37
TCP versus UDP2:43
Section 12: Common TCP/IP Application Layer Protocols
Common TCP/IP Application Layer Protocols0:58
Management Protocols4:16
Remote Communication Protocols2:43
File Transfer Application Protocols5:10
Mail Application Protocols4:10
Browser Application Protocols4:44
Voice over IP (VoIP) Protocols3:58
Section 13: Computer Networking Ports
Introduction to Computer Networking Ports9:16
Section 14: IP Addressing
Section Introduction3:51
IP Addressing Components and Classful IPv4 Addressing System8:11
Identifying the Network You're On2:07
IPv4 Private Addresses3:35
Section 15: Introduction to Subnetting
Introduction to Subnetting7:18
Section 16: Designing a Network
Designing a Network2:32
Step 1: Identify the Uses of the Network2:40
Step 2: List Which Tasks Execute on Which Computers2:25
Step 3: Select the Type of Network: Centralized or Not?3:38
Step 4: Select the Proper Equipment10:16
Step 5: Draw the Network2:49
Step 6 & 7: Write the Specifications & Build It!5:23
Section 17: Follow-Along Case Study Network Design Scenarios
Section Introduction1:05
Case Study Analysis Instructions
Case Study #1: H&M Law Firm Case Study Downloadable Files
Case Study #1: H&M Law Firm Walk-Through6:11
Case Study #1: H&M Law Firm Network Design Proposal Analysis8:38
Section 18: Congratulations!
Congratulations!

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Alton Hardin

Instructor

Alton Hardin is an educator, poker coach, self-published & best-selling author, and full-time IT and Business professional. Alton is the founder of MicroGrinder Poker School and the best-selling author of Essential Poker Math for No Limit Holdem; moreover, he is the creator of numerous online poker courses. Alton has been playing poker for over a decade both live and online. He helped pay his way through college playing live low stakes games in the early 2000's. Today, Alton enjoys playing the micro stakes for enjoyment and a teaching instrument, where he has racked up over $1,000 in earnings playing mainly 5nl & 10nl.

Outside of poker, Alton is a full-time business and IT professional, where he works in the field of cyber security. He has earned two graduate degrees, an M.B.A. and M.S. in IT Network Management; moreover, he currently holds multiple IT industry certifications.

Alton also has a fond love for teaching. As an undergraduate he group tutored chemistry students and as a graduate student he taught a GMAT prep course. Upon graduating from his MBA program, he began teaching as an adjunct professional for the School of Business & Public Administration at his local state university in the field of Information Systems and IT Management.

Description

Course Description

Computer networks are complicated for anybody, but they can be especially confusing for people who aren't necessarily tech-inclined. If you're a non-techie, though, you can still learn how networks work, you just need the right instruction! This course has that instruction that will get you up to speed on networking essentials and set you apart from your peers.

Access 104 lectures & 7 hours of content 24/7
Understand the benefits of computer networks & how they work
Learn network topologies, devices & cabling
Explore the OSI & TCP/IP models
Discuss IP addressing & subnetting
Dive into the network planning & design process

Specs

Important Details

Length of time users can access this course: lifetime
Access options: web streaming, mobile streaming
Certification of completion not included
Redemption deadline: redeem your code within 30 days of purchase
Experience level required: all levels

Terms

Unredeemed licenses can be returned for store credit within 30 days of purchase. Once your license is redeemed, all sales are final.

1 Review

5/ 5

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Takin Torabi

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This is a very good program for someone who needs some basic information about computer networking. This is a refresher for me after many years of not being in this field and could help me to start again and probably to more advanced courses in the future.

Apr 3, 2021

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