MICROSOFT WINDOWS SERVER 2022 - NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS
The Networking Fundamentals course is an entry-level, professionally structured program designed to introduce participants to the core concepts, components, and principles of computer networking. It provides a solid foundation for understanding how devices communicate, how networks are designed, and how data moves securely and efficiently across local and wide-area networks. This course emphasizes practical understanding of networking basics, including network types, protocols, addressing, devices, and troubleshooting concepts. It is ideal for beginners and serves as a stepping stone to advanced networking, system administration, cloud, and cybersecurity training. Course Objectives By the end of this course, participants will be able to: Understand basic networking concepts and terminology Identify common network types and topologies Explain how data is transmitted across networks Understand the role of network devices and protocols Describe IP addressing and basic network configuration Recognize common network issues and troubleshooting approaches
Course Curriculum
1
- What is computer networking?
- Importance of networking in modern IT
- Types of networks (LAN, WAN, MAN, WLAN)
- Network use cases
2
- Network interface cards (NICs)
- Hubs, switches, and routers
- Firewalls and access points
- End devices and servers
3
- Physical and logical topologies
- Star, bus, ring, and mesh topologies
- Client-server vs peer-to-peer models
- Advantages and limitations
4
- Purpose of network models
- OSI seven-layer model
- TCP/IP model
- Layer functions and examples
5
- What are protocols?
- Common protocols (HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, DNS)
- Role of standards organizations (overview)
- Protocol stacks
6
- IPv4 and IPv6 overview
- IP address structure
- Public vs private IP addresses
- Subnetting basics (conceptual level)
7
- How data is transmitted
- Packets, frames, and encapsulation
- Unicast, multicast, and broadcast
- Latency, bandwidth, and throughput
8
- Ethernet fundamentals
- Network cabling types
- Wireless networking basics
- Wi-Fi standards and security overview
9
- Common network threats
- Firewalls and access control
- Authentication and authorization concepts
- Importance of secure networking
10
- Common networking problems
- Basic troubleshooting methodology
- Network diagnostic tools (overview)
- Best practices for issue resolution
11
- Virtual networking concepts
- Cloud networking overview
- Home vs enterprise networking
- Emerging networking trends
12
- Identifying network components
- Understanding basic network diagrams
- Simple IP configuration exercises
- Troubleshooting common scenarios
13
- Instructor-led classroom or virtual training
- Interactive discussions and demonstrations
- Hands-on basic networking exercises
14
- IT beginners and career starters
- Students and graduates
- Helpdesk and IT support staff
- Professionals transitioning into IT roles
- Anyone seeking foundational networking knowledge
15
- Basic computer literacy
- No prior networking experience required
16
- Knowledge checks and quizzes
- Practical identification and scenario exercises
17
Participants receive a Certificate of Completion - Microsoft Windows Server 2022 - Networking Fundamentals, demonstrating foundational knowledge of computer networking concepts and practices.
18
- What is computer networking?
- Importance of networking in modern IT
- Types of networks (LAN, WAN, MAN, WLAN)
- Network use cases
19
- Network interface cards (NICs)
- Hubs, switches, and routers
- Firewalls and access points
- End devices and servers
20
- Physical and logical topologies
- Star, bus, ring, and mesh topologies
- Client-server vs peer-to-peer models
- Advantages and limitations
21
- Purpose of network models
- OSI seven-layer model
- TCP/IP model
- Layer functions and examples
22
- What are protocols?
- Common protocols (HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, SMTP, DNS)
- Role of standards organizations (overview)
- Protocol stacks
23
- IPv4 and IPv6 overview
- IP address structure
- Public vs private IP addresses
- Subnetting basics (conceptual level)
24
- How data is transmitted
- Packets, frames, and encapsulation
- Unicast, multicast, and broadcast
- Latency, bandwidth, and throughput
25
- Ethernet fundamentals
- Network cabling types
- Wireless networking basics
- Wi-Fi standards and security overview
26
- Common network threats
- Firewalls and access control
- Authentication and authorization concepts
- Importance of secure networking
27
- Common networking problems
- Basic troubleshooting methodology
- Network diagnostic tools (overview)
- Best practices for issue resolution
28
- Virtual networking concepts
- Cloud networking overview
- Home vs enterprise networking
- Emerging networking trends
29
- Identifying network components
- Understanding basic network diagrams
- Simple IP configuration exercises
- Troubleshooting common scenarios
30
- Instructor-led classroom or virtual training
- Interactive discussions and demonstrations
- Hands-on basic networking exercises
31
- IT beginners and career starters
- Students and graduates
- Helpdesk and IT support staff
- Professionals transitioning into IT roles
- Anyone seeking foundational networking knowledge
32
- Basic computer literacy
- No prior networking experience required
33
- Knowledge checks and quizzes
- Practical identification and scenario exercises
34
Participants receive a Certificate of Completion - Microsoft Windows Server 2022 - Networking Fundamentals, demonstrating foundational knowledge of computer networking concepts and practices.
This course includes
- 34+ Activity Modules
- 40 hours + lessons
- Lifetime access
- Certificate of completion
- Available on desktop and mobile
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