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Introduction to Computer Networks for Non-Techies

Learn the Fundamentals of Computer Networking for Non-Techies
Bestseller
Rating: 4.5 out of 54.5 (6,516 ratings)
30,559 students
Created by Alton Hardin
Last updated 8/2020
English
30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

What you'll learn

  • Understand How Computer Networks Work
  • Know the Inner Workings of a Computer Network
  • Understand the Benefits of Computer Networks
  • Know How to Effectively Plan and Design a Computer Network
Curated for the Udemy for Business collection

Requirements

  • A Basic Understanding of Computers
  • A Desire to Learn

Description

***Course Updated, Expanded & Improved with 50% New Content September 17th, 2019***

LEARN COMPUTER NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS FROM ONE OF UDEMY’S TOP IT INSTRUCTORS

Are you a non-techie interested in learning about computer networks? Are you a business or aspiring IT professional that needs to better understand how networks work? Then you have come to the right place!

In this 14.5-hour course, I'll show you step-by-step, the fundamentals of computer networking, teaching you essential computer networking core principles you need to know.

If you’re looking to advance or begin your career in Information Technology (IT), this course is a must!

WHAT YOU'LL RECEIVE IN THIS COURSE

  • 14.5 Hours of Lecture & Live Demonstration Videos

  • Downloadable Course Videos for Offline Viewing with Udemy Mobile App and PDF Lectures of All Course PowerPoint Slides

  • 18 Section Quizzes & Two Case Studies

WHAT STUDENTS ARE SAYING

"This really is a great course. The course effectively deals with one of the biggest problems with the 'IT' world: Speaking in another language that non-tech outsiders don't understand. Some people may feel that it is too simplistic and slow paced, however, they lack the above understanding. Thank you for your efforts!"

- Rad

"Wonderful entry level course. I recommend this course to anybody who is just starting in Networking. I also recommend it to anyone that works with computers every day. Learning the basics and understanding of networking is great knowledge to have. Alton responds to all questions asked, for that I applaud you. Without hesitation here is your 5 star review"

- Michael

"This is one of the best courses I ever had - well-structured, excellently thought-through and very logically built. The instructor provides clear instructions, the course is so interesting I just wanted to go on and on. I am very happy about taking this course and would like to take more courses from the same instructor."

- Jolanta

KEY COURSE TOPICS

  • How Computer Networks Work

  • Network Topologies

  • Networking Devices & Cabling

  • The OSI & TCP/IP Models

  • IP Addressing & Subnetting

  • Switches & Routers

  • Wireless Networking

  • Network Security

  • Network Planning & Designing Process

  • And Much More...

Once you complete this course, you'll understand how computer networks work and how to plan and design a computer network!

SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? ENROLL TODAY, YOUR 100% RISK-FREE ENROLLMENT IS BACKED BY UDEMY'S 30-DAY, NO QUESTIONS ASKED, MONEY BACK GUARANTEE!

PREVIEW OVER 1 HOUR OF THIS COURSE THROUGH MY 23 FREE LECTURES, JUST SCROLL DOWN BELOW AND CLICK THE BLUE PREVIEW BUTTONS.

Who this course is for:

  • Non-Techies Wanting to Learn About Computer Networks
  • Business & IT Managers Needing a Working Knowledge of Computer Networking
  • Aspiring & Inexperienced IT Professionals
  • This Course Is NOT for Seasoned & Experienced IT & Neworking Professionals

Featured review

John Kingsley
John Kingsley
124 courses
20 reviews
Rating: 5.0 out of 510 months ago
This was one of the best Networking course i have ever taken. It was very comprehehnsive, detailed, good amount of resources, updated 2019 and highly relevant. The best part is this course is being updated with relevant content periodically. So will have access to life for all updated content. Highly Recommended for new beginners and anyone interested in Computer Networks and Networking.

Course content

25 sections • 180 lectures • 14h 44m total length

  • Preview06:57
  • Preview04:33
  • Preview06:06
  • Udemy Mobile App for iOS & Android - Download & Take Course Videos On the Go!
    00:15
  • Student Exercise: Introduce Yourself
    00:08

  • What Is a Computer Network? (Updated 2019)
    01:43
  • Some Basic Computer Networking Rules (Updated 2019)
    02:35
  • Types of Networks (Added 2019)
    12:48
  • Why Build a Computer Network? (Updated 2019)
    Preview06:08
  • Student Exercise: Benefits of Computer Networks (Updated 2019)
    01:54
  • Follow-Along Network Design - Part 1 (Added 2019)
    03:28

  • Section Introduction (Updated 2019)
    00:28
  • Preview04:36
  • Introduction to the OSI Model (Updated 2019)
    10:07
  • Introduction to the TCP/IP Model
    03:52
  • Introduction to MAC Addresses (Updated 2019)
    05:49
  • Introduction to IPv4 Addresses (Updated 2019)
    03:40
  • IP versus MAC Addresses (Updated 2019)
    02:07
  • Duplex Communication (Added 2019)
    03:23
  • Introduction to Ethernet (Added 2019)
    03:31
  • Follow-Along Network Design - Part 2 (Added 2019)
    02:52
  • How Computers Work Quiz (Updated 2019)
    6 questions

  • Preview02:50
  • Common Physical Network Topologies (Updated 2019)
    12:17
  • Follow-Along Network Design - Part 3 (Added 2019)
    02:29
  • Network Topologies Quiz (Updated 2019)
    3 questions

  • Section Introduction (Updated 2019)
    00:31
  • Preview03:35
  • Hubs (Updated 2019)
    03:17
  • Switches (Updated 2019)
    04:27
  • Hubs versus Switches (Updated 2019)
    02:01
  • Wireless Access Points (Updated 2019)
    03:34
  • Preview04:51
  • Firewalls (Updated 2019)
    03:24
  • DHCP Servers (Updated 2019)
    02:48
  • All-in-One SOHO Devices (Updated 2019)
    04:38
  • Modems (Added 2019)
    03:55
  • Follow-Along Network Design - Part 4 (Added 2019)
    04:39
  • Network Devices Quiz (Updated 2019)
    5 questions

  • Section Introduction (Updated 2019)
    00:21
  • Types of Network Cabling (Updated 2019)
    02:42
  • Ethernet (Added 2019)
    05:30
  • Twisted Pair Copper Network Cabling (Updated 2019)
    10:58
  • Wiring Standards: 568A & 568B and Cable Types (Updated 2019)
    04:06
  • Plenum-Rated Cabling (Added 2019)
    03:57
  • Fiber Optic Network Cabling (Updated 2019)
    07:35
  • Preview05:04
  • Follow-Along Network Design - Part 5 (Added 2019)
    06:37
  • Network Cabling Quiz (Updated 2019)
    5 questions
  • Course Review Request
    00:39

  • Preview00:24
  • OSI Layer 7 - The Application Layer (Updated 2019)
    02:07
  • OSI Layer 6 - The Presentation Layer (Updated 2019)
    04:01
  • OSI Layer 5 - The Session Layer (Updated 2019)
    01:58
  • OSI Layer 4 - The Transport Layer (Updated 2019)
    03:45
  • Preview02:41
  • OSI Layer 2 - The Data Link Layer (Updated 2019)
    02:18
  • OSI Layer 1 - The Physical Layer (Updated 2019)
    02:38
  • OSI Model Data Encapsulation and Decapsulation (Updated 2019)
    06:05
  • OSI Model Quiz (Updated 2019)
    5 questions

  • Section Introduction (Updated 2019)
    00:56
  • Preview07:00
  • The Overall Process (Updated 2019)
    02:44
  • Understanding the Business (Updated 2019)
    04:53
  • Establishing a Business Need (Updated 2019)
    05:44
  • Defining Specific Areas of Improvement (Updated 2019)
    04:17
  • Preview02:22
  • Hidden Costs (Updated 2019)
    03:43
  • Other Considerations (Updated 2019)
    04:35
  • Planning Questions (Updated 2019)
    03:26
  • The Next Steps (Updated 2019)
    02:49
  • Q&A Discussion Board Student Exercise (Updated 2019)
    00:33

  • Section Introduction (Added 2019)
    00:50
  • Preview03:00
  • TCP/IP Protocols (Updated 2019)
    02:58
  • Types of Communication (Added 2019)
    03:43
  • Access Methods: CSMA/CD, CSMA/CA, Token Passing (Added 2019)
    04:12
  • Introduction to TCP/IP Quiz (Added 2019)
    3 questions

  • Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) (Updated 2019)
    03:48
  • Internet Protocol Version 4 (IPv4) (Updated 2019)
    05:08
  • Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6) (Updated 2019)
    03:30
  • Preview04:04
  • TCP/IP Network Layer Protocols Quiz
    4 questions

Instructor

Alton Hardin
Educator. Author. Poker Coach. IT & Business Professional.
Alton Hardin
  • 4.5 Instructor Rating
  • 16,282 Reviews
  • 73,015 Students
  • 16 Courses

Wisdom Begins with Wonder - Socrates

Alton is an educator, poker coach, self-published & best-selling author, and full-time IT and Business professional. He is also the founder of MicroGrinder Poker School, an online poker school dedicated to micro stakes poker players, where he provides a wide array of free and low-cost poker resources and poker training, included poker strategy articles and poker training video series. 

          Outside of poker, Alton is a full-time business and IT professional, where he works in the field of cyber security. He has earned two graduate degrees, an M.B.A. and M.S. in IT Network Management; moreover, he currently holds multiple IT industry certifications, including the CISSP, ITIL, Security+, Network+, Project+, and several other certifications. 

          Alton also has a fond love for teaching. As an undergraduate he group tutored chemistry students and as a graduate student he taught a GMAT prep course. Upon graduating from his MBA program, he began teaching as an adjunct professor for the School of Business & Public Administration at his local state university in the field of Information Systems and IT Management. 

The Beautiful Thing about Learning Is That No One Can Take It Away from You. - B.B. King

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