COURSE MODULE

Computer Networking

Understand the networking concepts required for cybersecurity.

11 Lessons

2 Module

LEARNING PATH

Module Lessons

Explore the learning materials and work through the lessons in this module.

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LESSON 1

Network Fundamentals

Introduction to Network Fundamentals Computer networking is one of the most important foundations of cyber security. Almost every modern computer,...

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LESSON 2

LAN and WAN

Introduction to LAN and WAN Computer networks can be classified in different ways. One common classification is based on the...

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LESSON 3

IP Addresses

Introduction to IP Addresses An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a numerical identifier assigned to a network interface so that...

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LESSON 4

MAC Addresses

MAC Addresses A MAC address is a hardware-level network address used to identify a network interface on a local network....

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LESSON 5

Ports and Protocols

Ports and Protocols Computers communicate across networks using agreed rules called protocols. Applications and services use network ports to identify...

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LESSON 6

TCP/IP

TCP/IP TCP/IP stands for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. It is the fundamental networking architecture used by the modern Internet and...

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LESSON 7

DNS

Lesson 7: DNS DNS stands for Domain Name System. It is one of the most important services used on modern...

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LESSON 8

DHCP

Lesson 8: DHCP DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. It is a networking protocol that allows devices to obtain...

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LESSON 9

Routers and Switches

Lesson 9: Routers and Switches Routers and switches are two of the most important devices in modern computer networks. Although...

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LESSON 10

Firewalls

1. Introduction to Firewalls A firewall is a security control that monitors and controls network traffic according to defined rules....

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LESSON 11

Basic Network Troubleshooting

1. Introduction to Network Troubleshooting Network troubleshooting is the systematic process of identifying, isolating and resolving problems that prevent computers,...

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