Learn the core concepts of how computers communicate with each other and types of network weaknesses.
Every security professional needs to understand the network fundamentals. This module will introduce the core concepts of computer networking, covering everything from the Internet Protocol (IP), network topologies, TCP and UDP protocols of the OSI Transport Layer. Don’t worry if that sounds complicated, as this modules labs uses fun beginner friendly exercises and real-world examples to help guide your learning.
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- What is Networking :Begin learning the fundamentals of computer networking in this bite-sized and interactive module.
- Intro to LAN : Begin learning the fundamentals of computer networking in this bite-sized and interactive module.
- OSI Model : Learn about the fundamental networking framework that determines the various stages in which data is handled across a network
- Packets & Frames : Understand how data is divided into smaller pieces and transmitted across a network to another device
- Extending Your Network : Learn about some of the technologies used to extend networks out onto the Internet and the motivations for this.