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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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