Network Administration Fundamentals

★★★★☆ (1,230 reviews)

Vivek Tyagi

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2025-03-18

Start Date

2025-03-21

Last Date

Networking/ Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking

What you'll learn

Understand the basics of networking, IP addressing, and subnetting.
Learn how to configure and manage network devices like routers, switches, and firewalls.
Gain hands-on experience with network troubleshooting tools.
Understand how to set up and manage local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs)
Understand how to set up and manage local area networks (LANs) and wide area networks (WANs)
Learn about network security fundamentals, including access control, VPNs, and firewalls.

Requirements

Laptop/ computer run lightweight softwares
Good wifi

Description

Networking / IT Administration

This course is designed for individuals looking to build a solid foundation in network administration. It covers the core concepts and practical skills required to manage network infrastructures effectively. You will learn about IP addressing, subnetting, routers, switches, and firewalls, as well as how to secure, monitor, and troubleshoot networks. The course also includes hands-on labs to ensure that you are well-prepared for a career as a Network Administrator.

Course Syllabus

What is networking?
OSI and TCP/IP Models
Types of networks: LAN, WAN, MAN
Introduction to IP addressing

Understanding IPv4 and IPv6
Subnetting techniques
Introduction to routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP)
Routing tables and how routers work

Introduction to switches and switch ports
VLANs (Virtual Local Area Networks) and trunking
Configuring basic switches
Understanding Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

Routers
Switches
Hubs and Firewalls
How to configure routers and switches
Configuring access control lists (ACLs)
Network address translation (NAT)

Introduction to network security
Configuring firewalls for network security
VPNs and secure remote access
Basic encryption methods and protocols

Using ping traceroute and other diagnostic tools
Monitoring network performance
Troubleshooting network connectivity issues
Common network issues and solutions

Types of WAN technologies (MPLS Frame Relay DSL etc.)
Configuring VPNs for secure remote connections
WAN optimization and redundancy

Network monitoring tools (Wireshark etc.)

Who this course is for:

Beginners who are interested in learning about network administration.
IT professionals who want to transition into network administration.
Students aiming for a career in network administration or IT support.
Anyone interested in understanding how to manage and secure computer networks.

Meet your instructors

Vivek Tyagi

EThical Hacking/Cyber Security/IT

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With a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Applications and certifications in CCNA, Cybersecurity, and Ethical Hacking, Vivek has over 3 years of experience as a cybersecurity and ethical hacking trainer. He has trained professionals in network defense, ethical hacking techniques, and penetration testing...

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