CompTIA Network+ 2009 Course Outline
Video 1
Intro to CompTIA Network+ 2009
Introduction to the course, your instructor Ed Liberman, and an outline of the course.
* Introduction to your Instructor
* What to Expect in this Course
Video 2
Basic Networking Fundamentals
In this video you will learn about the foundations of networking and discover the fundamentals of networking that will guide your throughout the rest of this course and ultimately your networking career.
* What is a Network?
* Client/Server
* Peer–to–Peer
* LAN – Local Area Network
* CAN – Campus Area Network
* MAN – Metropolitan Area Network
* WAN – Wide Area Network
* How Do We Make Connections?
* What is a Protocol?
* Introduction to Addressing
Video 3
Network Media
In this video you will learn about the different types of wired media available to connect computers to other computers over a network.
* Wired Media – Twisted Pair, Coaxial, and Fiber Optic
* What is the Plenum?
* Common Connectors
* Wiring Standards
* LAN Technology Types – Ethernet
* Standard Ethernet
* Fast Ethernet
* Gigabit Ethernet
* 10 Gigabit Ethernet
* Wiring Distriburtion
Video 4
Network Topologies
In this video you will learn about the various ways to setup your physical network, do an indepth overview of Wide Area Network technologies, and learn how to logically change your physical network using Virtual Private Networks and Virtual Local Area Networks.
* What Does Topology Mean?
* Bus
* Star
* Ring
* Mesh
* Hybrid
* WAN Technologies – Circuit and Pocket Switching
* POTS, PSTN, T1/E1, and T3/E3
* ISDN
* SONET/OC–x
* Frame Relay and ATM
* MPLS – Multiprotocol Label Switching
* DSL
* Cable Modem, Satellite and Wireless
* What is a VPN?
* What is a VLAN?
Video 5
OSI Model
The information in this video will help you truly understand what is going on in a network and what’s going on at each layer. Plus, discover exactly how networks are utilized at the most basic level by sending data from one point and receiving it at another point.
* Definition of a Protocol
* Standards of Communication
* What is the OSI Model?
* Defining OSI Model Layers
* How Data Travels Through OSI Model
* Networking Hardware in OSI Model
Video 6
TCP/IP
In this video we will examine the intricacies of the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and the Internet Protocol (IP), also known as TCP/IP. Plus, you will discover the architecture of the TCP/IP Protocol Suite and how this relates to networking.
* TCP/IP Protocol Suite
* What is TCP/IP (DARPA) Model?
* Transport Layer Protocols
* Internet Layer Protocols
* Types of TCP/IP Communication
* Working with IP Addresses
* Planning an IP Addressing Scheme
* Rules for IP Addressing
* What is Classful IP Addressing?
* Private vs. Public IP Addressing
* What is NAT?
* How Computers Get IP Addresses
* Working with Binary Numbers
* Converting Binary to Decimal and Vice Versa
* Binary IP Addresses
* Binary Subnet Masks
* Internetworking – What is a Router?
* What is a Default Gateway?
* What is Subnetting?
* Classful vs. Classless Interdomain Routing (CIDR)
* Subnetting with CIDR & VLSM
* CIDR Notation
* Fundamentals of IPv6
* IPv6 Addressing
* Types of IPv6 Addresses
Video 7
TCP/IP Protocols
Their are several different TCP/IP Protocols. We will examine many of these protocols in–depth so that you will be armed with the knowledge you need in the real world of networking and on the exam.
* FTP – File Transfer Protocol
* TFTP – Trivial File Transfer Protocol
* HTTP and HTTPS
* NTP – Network Time Protocol
* POP3 and IMAP4
* SMTP – Simple Mail Transfer Protocol
* DHCP – Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
* DNS – Domain Naming System
* Telnet and SSH
* SNMP - Simple Network Management Protocol
* SIP and RTP
* TLS – Transport Layer Security
Video 8
Network Devices
This video will show you several of the various network devices that you will encounter in today’s networks and will also teach you how to use these devices.
* Modem and NIC
* Repeater and Hub
* Bridge and Switch
* Router
* Different Types of Switches
* Advanced Switch Funcionality
* Firewall and Proxy Server
* Wireless Access Point
* Basic DHCP Server and DNS Server
* CSU/DSU
* Media Converters
* Load Balancer and Bandwidth Shaper
Video 9
Routing
In this video we will deconstruct routing by examining the different types of routing and breaking down the various routing protocols.
* Understanding Routing Tables
* Adding and Deleting Routes
* Static vs. Dynamic Routing
* Routing Protocols
* Distance Vector Protocols: RIP, RIPv2, and BGP
* Link State Protocols: OSPF and IS–IS
* Hybrid Routing Protocol: EIGRP
* What is Convergence?
* IGP vs. EGP
Video 10
Wireless Networking
In this video you will learn about wireless media and how it is used to connect computers to other computers over a network. Plus, learn about the details of how to setup a Wireless Access Point (WAP) and how to secure it.
* Benefits of Wireless Networking
* Components of a Wireless Access Point
* Where to Place a WAP
* Wireless Networking Standards
* RF Channels
* How to Secure a Wireless Network
* WEP – Wired Equivalency Privacy
* WPA – Wi–Fi Protected Access
* 802.1x
* Setting Up a Wireless Access Point
Video 11
Networking Command Line Tools
In this video we will work with several of the various networking Command Line Tools and you will discover when each of the Command Line Tools should be used.
* ipconfig/ifconfig/arp Utilities Overview
* ping/arp ping Utilities Overview
* tracert/traceroute Utilities Overview
* mtr Utility Overview
* netstat/nbstat/route Utilities Overview
* nslookup/dig/host Utilities Overview
* ipconfig Command
* arp Command
* ping Command
* tracert Command
* netstat Command
* nslookup Command
Video 12
Network Performance Optimization
In this video you will learn the Performance Optimization techniques that will allow you to keep control over the flow of network traffic, maintain high bandwidth, and ultimately keep your users happy by providing them with an efficient, reliable network.
* Reasons for Network Performance Optimization
* Quality of Service (QoS)
* Traffic Shaping
* Load Balancing
* Fault Tolerance
* RAID 0 – Disk Striping
* RAID 1 – Disk Mirroring and Duplexing
* RAID 5 – Disk Striping with Parity
* Other Popular Forms of RAID
* Caching Engines
Video 13
Network Tools
In this video you will learn about a variety of Network Tools; what they look like, what they do, and when they would be used. You will encounter most, if not all of these tools in the field and will definitely encounter exam questions about these Network Tools.
* Cable Strippers
* Snips and Crimpers
* Punch Down Tool
* Cable Testers and Certifiers
* Time Domain Reflectometer (TDR) and Optical Time Domain Reflectometer (OTDR)
* Toner Probe
* Voltage Event Recorder
* Multimeter
* Protocol Analyzer, Temperature Monitor, and Butt Set
Video 14
Network Monitoring
This video will teach you the different Network Monitoring Utilities and how to properly use them to optimize performance, maintenance, and network security. Plus, you will learn about the different types of logging utilities and how to take advantage of them.
* Packet Sniffers
* Port Scanners
* Intrusion Detection Software (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Software (IPS)
* System, Event, and History Logs
Video 15
Documentation
Documentation is an essential part of network administration. In this video you will learn how documentation can save you time and money with training, troubleshooting, and reporting. Plus, I will show you specific types of documentation you should be keeping.
* Why is Documentation so Important?
* What Should I Document?
* Wiring Schematics
* Physical and Logical Network Diagrams
* Baseline
* Network Policies
* Network Procedures
* Network Configuration
* Regulations
Video 16
Troubleshooting
As a Network Administrator one of the most important tasks you will face on a daily basis is troubleshooting. In this video you will learn about many of the common connectivity issues you will encounter but this video takes troubleshooting a step further and details the process you should go through to effectively troubleshoot network problems.
* The Process of Troubleshooting – Gather Information
* Who is Affected?
* What’s Changed?
* Why is This Happening?
* Can I Handle It?
* Process of Finding a Solution
* Document Everything
* Physical Issues
* Logical Issues
* Issues to Escalate
* Wireless Issues
Video 17
Network Security
In this video you will learn about several different tools you can use and practices you can follow that will allow you to properly secure your network. Plus, I will teach you how to recognize common security threats and what can be done to protect your network against these threats.
* Firewalls
* Other Security Devices
* Network Access Security
* Filtering
* Tunneling and Encryption
* Remote Access Protocols
* User Authentication
* Device Security
* Common Security Threats
Here is what you get....
17 videos (Over 12 Hours) will be provided in High-Quality AVI & WMV format. In other words, you get perfect quality and replication of your instructor's screens. An easy-to-use table of contents allows you to navigate to key areas you wish to focus on.
17 iPod video files to watch Train Signal on the go! A popular request amongst our students who wish to study while they commute (i.e., train). These 320x240 .m4v files are compressed versions of the original course, and play on any iPod that supports video. Also great for reviewing and refreshing your mind "on the job."
17 MP3 Files to listen to Train Signal on the go. Some of our students have requested this option. People would like to be able to listen in their car or while working out. Can be burnt to a CD or copied to portable device. Great supplemental training to the videos.
Instructor Notes – These PDF documents can be printed out and contain the slides used by the instructor throughout the videos. These allow the user a quick easy reference to notes on the slides and make any additional notes for their own learning process.
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