Networking - IT Support Professional Certificate

Welcome

Welcome to the Networking course of the IT Support Professional Certificate! In this course, we will explore the fascinating world of computer networking. In the first module, we will cover the basics of computer networking, including the TCP/IP and OSI networking models and how the network layers work together. We'll also dive into the essential networking devices such as cables, hubs, switches, routers, servers, and clients. Furthermore, we'll take a closer look at the physical layer and data link layer of our networking model. By the end of this module, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how all the different layers of the network model fit together to create a functional network.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

• 🌐 Describe how the TCP/IP five-layer network model works.

• 🖥️ Identify basic networking devices.

• 🧱 Label each of the five layers in the TCP/IP network model.

• 🔌 Describe how the physical layer works.

• 📶 Describe how the data link layer works.