Cisco CCNA Networking Basics for Beginners: Getting Started

Name: Cisco CCNA Networking Basics for Beginners: Getting Started
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Welcome to the World of Cisco CCNA Networking Basics for Beginners. Learn to build networks and its troubleshooting.

Created byDr. Sunil Soni

Last updated 10/2019

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What you'll learn

Understand basic cisco networking concepts
Recognize various networking devices such as hub, switch, router etc.
Configure various networking scenarios/devices using Cisco packet tracer simulation
Apply IP addressing schemes
Build small networks and how to troubleshoot it
Configuration of HTTP (Web Server) + DNS server in Cisco Packet Tracer with OSI Layer View
Configuration of FTP (File Transfer Protocol) server in Cisco Packet Tracer
Configuration of DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server in Cisco Packet Tracer
Configuration of Email/SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) server in Cisco Packet Tracer

Course content

7 sections • 21 lectures • 2h 29m total length

Introduction to Instructor0:34
Introduction to Course3:14
Outline of the Course and Roadmap0:30

Definition and importance of Computer Networking15:22
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
1. Today's World and Networking
2. LAN, WAN and Internet
3. Internet, Intranet and Extranet
4. Internet Connection Providers
Network Protocols and Communications16:11
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
1. Communication Rules
2. Network Protocols and Standards
3. OSI Reference Model and TCP/IP Model
4. Data Encapsulation & Data Access
Various applications of computer networks1:49
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
Applications of Computer Networks:
1. Email Programs
2. File Transfer Tools & Programs
3. Terminal Emulation (Telnet)
4. Video Conferencing/ Calling
5. Chatting / Messengers
6. E-commerce Applications
Quiz - 1

Introduction to various networking devices7:55
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
1. ROUTER - networking device
2. SWITCH - networking device
3. HUB - networking device
Networking Media (Wired & Wireless)6:41
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
1. Physical Layer Connection
2. Copper Cabling
3. UTP Cabling
4. Fiber Optic Cabling
5. Wireless Media
Prepare straight and cross cable with clamping tools0:09
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
Prepare straight cable and cross cable with clamping tools
1. Preparing Straight Cable with clamping tools.
Required tools: Cat5e Ethernet cable, RJ-45 connectors, Crimper Tool, Stripper Tool, Scissors, Cable Tester
2. Steps to make a straight through Ethernet cable
3. Preparing Cross Cable with clamping tools
Quiz - 2

What is IP Address?4:57
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
Introduction of IPv4 addresses
--> Binary and Decimal form of IP address
Classful IP Addressing8:28
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
IPv4 Addresses
Classful addresses
--> Classes of IP address e.g. Class A, Class B, Class C, Class D and Class E
--> Netid and Hostid in IP address
--> Classwise range of IP address
Classless IP Addressing4:00
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
IPv4 Addresses
Classless addresses (CIDR)
--> Classless Inter Domain Routing (CIDR)
--> Prefix and Sufix in Network and Host parts
--> Slash (/) Notation
Quiz - 3

Introduction to Cisco Packet Tracer4:38
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained about Cisco Packet Tracer (CPT).
Objectives
1) To become familiar with the switches and routers used in the lab.
2) To become familiar with the network simulator Packet Tracer.
3) To use the packet tracer to simulate a simple network.
Document is also attached to introduce Cisco Packet Tracer step-by-step.
Step 1. Router and Switch
Step 2. Cisco Packet Tracer
Step 3. Choosing Devices and Connections
Step 4. Building the Topology – Adding Hosts
Step 5. Building the Topology – Connecting the Hosts to Hubs and Switches
Sample 2-PCs connection in Cisco Packet Tracer9:38
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
1. How to connect 2 PCs with the help of Switch?
2. Which basic information we can view after connecting 2 PCs with the help of switch?
3. How to use Cisco Packet Tracer for given task?
Comparison of Hub, Switch and Router networking devices using simulation16:54
In this lecture, following topics are discussed and explained.
1. What is the main differences between Hub, Switch and Router?
2. Comparison of Hub, Switch and Router in Cisco Packet Tracer.
3. Comparing Layer 1, Layer 2 and Layer 3 at the time when Hub, Switch and Router are acting.
4. Tabular differences between Hub, Switch and Router
Quiz - 4

Requirements

Only basic knowledge of how to operate computer is required
Previous networking knowledge is not required
Networking equipment knowledge or experience is also not required

Description

Welcome to the "Cisco CCNA Networking Basics for Beginners: Getting Started". This course is designed for beginners who want to enter in the world of computer network. Beginners will learn to understand the basics of how data is sent and received in a computer network and how small computer networks are created. People who are not familiar with computer network and want to understand how computer networks actually work will also enjoy this course.

This course introduce a variety of concepts, practice activities and simulations that help build the learner’s skills and understanding of computer networking. You will learn basic networking concepts, various networking devices such as hub, switch, router etc., configure various networking scenarios using packet tracer simulation and how to apply IP addressing schemes. At the end, you will be able to build small networks and its troubleshooting.

Previous networking knowledge is not required.

In this course, you will:

1. Understand basic networking concepts

2. Recognize various networking devices such as hub, switch, router etc.

3. Configure various networking scenarios using Cisco packet tracer simulation

4. Apply IP addressing schemes

5. Build small networks and how to troubleshoot it

6. Configuration of HTTP (Web Server) + DNS server in Cisco Packet Tracer with OSI Layer View

7. Configuration of FTP (File Transfer Protocol) server in Cisco Packet Tracer

8. Configuration of DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server in Cisco Packet Tracer

9. Configuration of Email/SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) server in Cisco Packet Tracer

Who this course is for:

Anyone who wants to learn basic Cisco Networking knowledge
Anyone who wants to start Cisco CCNA exam preparation
People who are seeking careers such as IT helpdesk engineers, network engineers, network/system administrators etc. This course can help them to start their journey in these fields

Cisco CCNA Networking Basics for Beginners: Getting Started

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Course content

Introduction to the Course3 lectures • 4min

Basic Networking Concepts & Its Applications3 lectures • 33min

Networking Devices: An Introduction3 lectures • 15min

What is IP Address?3 lectures • 17min

Cisco Packet Tracer: Getting Started3 lectures • 31min

Network Troubleshooting2 lectures • 1min

Server Configurations4 lectures • 48min

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