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Hardware Networking Track

Hardware Networking:
Beginner

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Introduction to Hardware Networking Beginner. Learn the fundamentals of computer networks, devices, IP addressing, and switching concepts with hands-on practice.

Created by Avanteia
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15 September 2024 Last Updated
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Hardware Networking Beginner Course
1 Month Duration
Certificate On Completion
Beginner Level
4 Modules Syllabus
1 Month Duration
English Language
Certificate Included

Overview

Learn the fundamentals of computer networks, devices, IP addressing, and switching concepts with hands-on practice.

Networking Devices IP Addressing OSI Model Switching VLANs

Learning Outcome

Gain practical knowledge of networking devices and protocols, configure IP addresses, create VLANs, and understand the basics of routing and switching.

Syllabus

Click any module to expand and view topics and hands-on labs included.

  • What is a network?
  • Types of networks: LAN, WAN, MAN, WLAN
  • Topologies: Bus, Star, Ring, Mesh, Hybrid
  • OSI Model & TCP/IP Model basics
Hands-on Lab
Connect 2 PCs with a crossover cable Use ping command to test connectivity Identify devices (hub, switch, router) in real lab or virtual simulation (Cisco Packet Tracer / GNS3)
  • Hub, Switch, Router, Bridge, Repeater, Access Point
  • Modem & NIC (Network Interface Card)
  • Firewalls (basic introduction at device level)
Hands-on Lab
Observe physical devices in a lab / simulation Identify ports and LEDs Connect router–switch–PC in Packet Tracer
  • IPv4 & IPv6 basics
  • Classes of IP addresses
  • Public vs Private IPs
  • Subnetting & Supernetting
  • CIDR (Classless Inter-Domain Routing)
Hands-on Lab
Assign IPs manually to PCs and test with ping Use ipconfig (Windows) / ifconfig (Linux) Practice subnetting problems
  • Hub vs Switch (difference)
  • Layer 2 Switching concepts
  • VLANs (Virtual LANs)
  • STP (Spanning Tree Protocol) basics
Hands-on Lab
Create VLANs in Cisco Packet Tracer Configure switch ports

What You Will Learn

Networking Fundamentals

Understand network types, topologies, and the OSI & TCP/IP models for building connected systems.

Network Devices

Identify and configure hubs, switches, routers, NICs, modems, and firewalls in real and simulated environments.

IP Addressing & Subnetting

Master IPv4/IPv6 addressing, subnetting, CIDR, and configure IP settings across different platforms.

Switching & VLANs

Create and manage VLANs, understand Layer 2 switching, and configure STP for network reliability.

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