In the Networking Fundamentals course, you’ll learn the basic principles of network theory and terminology. This includes understanding network components, node functions, different types of networks, and network models.

Networking Fundamentals
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Networking Fundamentals
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Instructor: Shadow Farrell
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Learners will master network theory, internet infrasture, basic network security, management and troubleshooting.
Skills you'll gain
- Network Model
- Network Protocols
- Network Security
- Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
- Intrusion Detection and Prevention
- Routing Protocols
- TCP/IP
- General Networking
- Remote Access Systems
- Network Routers
- Network Administration
- Network Analysis
- Computer Networking
- Network Troubleshooting
- Networking Hardware
- Wireless Networks
- Network Routing
- Network Architecture
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Reviewed on Aug 20, 2023
it is a good course as it is designed and taught in a way that makes staying engaged easy and learning very interesting
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2024
The course was very well detailed and the peer grading review assignment was fun. Thanks
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2024
This is a great course. I love how they included the labs.





