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Chapter 6: Networks

  • 6.0 Networks
    • 6.0.1 Introduction
      • 6.0.1.1 Introduction
  • 6.1 Principles of Networking
    • 6.1.1 Computer Networks
      • 6.1.1.1 Define Computer Networks
      • 6.1.1.2 Features and Benefits
      • 6.1.1.3 Activity - Advantages and Disadvantages of Networking
  • 6.2 Identifying Networks
    • 6.2.1 Types of Networks
      • 6.2.1.1 LANs
      • 6.2.1.2 WLANs
      • 6.2.1.3 PANs
      • 6.2.1.4 MANs
      • 6.2.1.5 WANs
      • 6.2.1.6 Peer-to-Peer Networks
      • 6.2.1.7 Client/Server Networks
      • 6.2.1.8 Activity - Matching Network Types
  • 6.3 Basic Networking Concepts and Technologies
    • 6.3.1 Data Flow
      • 6.3.1.1 Bandwidth
      • 6.3.1.2 Data Transmission
    • 6.3.2 Networked Equipment Addressing
      • 6.3.2.1 IP Addressing
      • 6.3.2.2 IPv4
      • 6.3.2.3 IPv6
      • 6.3.2.4 Static Addressing
      • 6.3.2.5 DHCP Addressing
      • 6.3.2.6 ICMP
      • 6.3.2.7 Lab - Configure a NIC to Use DHCP in Windows 7
      • 6.3.2.8 Lab - Configure a NIC to Use DHCP in Windows Vista
      • 6.3.2.9 Lab - Configure a NIC to Use DHCP in Windows XP
      • 6.3.2.10 PT - Adding Computers to an Existing Network
    • 6.3.3 Common Ports and Protocols
      • 6.3.3.1 TCP and UDP
      • 6.3.3.2 Activity - TCP vs. UDP
      • 6.3.3.3 TCP and UDP Protocols and Ports
      • 6.3.3.4 Worksheet - Protocol Definitions and Default Ports
  • 6.4 Physical Components of a Network
    • 6.4.1 Network Devices
      • 6.4.1.1 Modems
      • 6.4.1.2 Hubs, Bridges, and Switches
      • 6.4.1.3 Routers and Wireless Access Points
      • 6.4.1.4 NAS
      • 6.4.1.5 VoIP Phones
      • 6.4.1.6 Hardware Firewalls
      • 6.4.1.7 Internet Appliances
      • 6.4.1.8 Purchasing Authentic Networking Devices
    • 6.4.2 Cables and Connectors
      • 6.4.2.1 Considerations for Cabling a Network
      • 6.4.2.2 Coaxial Cables
      • 6.4.2.3 Twisted-Pair Cables
      • 6.4.2.4 Lab - Building Straight-Through and Crossover UTP Cables
      • 6.4.2.5 PT - Cabling a Simple Network
      • 6.4.2.6 Fiber-Optic Cables
  • 6.5 Network Topologies
    • 6.5.1 Topologies
      • 6.5.1.1 Logical and Physical Topologies
      • 6.5.1.2 PT - Physical Topologies
      • 6.5.1.3 Determining the Network Topology
  • 6.6 Ethernet Standards
    • 6.6.1 Cabled and Wireless
      • 6.6.1.1 Standards Organizations
      • 6.6.1.2 IEEE 802.3
      • 6.6.1.3 Ethernet Technologies
      • 6.6.1.4 IEEE 802.11
  • 6.7 OSI and TCP/IP Data Models
    • 6.7.1 Reference Models
      • 6.7.1.1 TCP/IP
      • 6.7.1.2 OSI
      • 6.7.1.3 Comparing the OSI and TCP/IP Models
      • 6.7.1.4 Activity - Match the OSI Model to the TCP/IP Model
  • 6.8 Computer to Network Connection
    • 6.8.1 Network Installation Steps
      • 6.8.1.1 Network Installation Completion List
    • 6.8.2 Network Cards
      • 6.8.2.1 Selecting a NIC
      • 6.8.2.2 Worksheet - Internet Search for NIC Drivers
      • 6.8.2.3 Installing and Updating a NIC
      • 6.8.2.4 Lab - Install a Wireless NIC in Windows 7
      • 6.8.2.5 Lab - Install a Wireless NIC Windows in Vista
      • 6.8.2.6 Lab - Install a Wireless NIC in Windows XP
      • 6.8.2.7 Configuring a NIC
      • 6.8.2.8 Advanced NIC Settings
      • 6.8.2.9 PT - Install a Wireless NIC
    • 6.8.3 Wireless and Wired Router Configurations
      • 6.8.3.1 Connecting to the Router
      • 6.8.3.2 Setting the Network Location
      • 6.8.3.3 Logging In to the Router
      • 6.8.3.4 Basic Network Setup
      • 6.8.3.5 Lab - Connect to a Router for the First Time
      • 6.8.3.6 PT - Connect to Wireless Router and Configure Basic Settings
      • 6.8.3.7 Basic Wireless Settings
      • 6.8.3.8 Lab - Configure Wireless Router in Windows 7
      • 6.8.3.9 Lab - Configure Wireless Router in Windows Vista
      • 6.8.3.10 Lab - Configure Wireless Router in Windows XP
      • 6.8.3.11 PT - Connecting Wireless PCs to a Linksys WRT300N
      • 6.8.3.12 Testing Connectivity with the Windows GUI
      • 6.8.3.13 Testing Connectivity with the Windows CLI
      • 6.8.3.14 Lab - Test the Wireless NIC in Windows 7
      • 6.8.3.15 Lab - Test the Wireless NIC in Windows Vista
      • 6.8.3.16 Lab - Test the Wireless NIC in Windows XP
      • 6.8.3.17 PT - Test a Wireless Connection
    • 6.8.4 OS Configurations
      • 6.8.4.1 Domain and Workgroup
      • 6.8.4.2 Connecting to a Workgroup or a Domain
      • 6.8.4.3 Windows 7 Homegroup
      • 6.8.4.4 Sharing Resources in Windows Vista
      • 6.8.4.5 Sharing Resources in Windows XP
      • 6.8.4.6 Network Shares and Mapping Drives
      • 6.8.4.7 Lab - Share a Folder Create a Homegroup and Map a Network Drive in Windows 7
      • 6.8.4.8 Lab - Share a Folder and Map a Network Drive in Windows Vista
      • 6.8.4.9 Lab - Share a Folder and Map a Network Drive in Windows XP
      • 6.8.4.10 VPN
  • 6.9 Select an ISP Connection Type
    • 6.9.1 Connection Technologies
      • 6.9.1.1 Brief History of Connection Technologies
      • 6.9.1.2 DSL and ADSL
      • 6.9.1.3 Line of Sight Wireless Internet Service
      • 6.9.1.4 WiMAX
      • 6.9.1.5 Other Broadband Technologies
      • 6.9.1.6 Worksheet - Answer Broadband Questions
      • 6.9.1.7 Selecting an ISP for the Customer
      • 6.9.1.8 Worksheet - ISP Connection Types
  • 6.10 Common Preventative Maintenance Techniques Used for Networks
    • 6.10.1 Network Maintenance
      • 6.10.1.1 Preventive Maintenance Procedures
  • 6.11 Basic Troubleshooting Process for Networks
    • 6.11.1 Applying the Troubleshooting Process to Networks
      • 6.11.1.1 Identify the Problem
      • 6.11.1.2 Establish a Theory of Probable Cause
      • 6.11.1.3 Test the Theory to Determine Cause
      • 6.11.1.4 Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Implement the Solution
      • 6.11.1.5 Verify Full System Functionality and Implement Preventative Measures
      • 6.11.1.6 Document Findings, Actions, and Outcomes
    • 6.11.2 Common Problems and Solutions for Networks
      • 6.11.2.1 Identify Common Problems and Solutions
  • 6.12 Networks
    • 6.12.1 Summary
      • 6.12.1.1 Summary
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