Understanding Data Networking
Understanding Data Networking course provides students with an excellent
overview of how modern data communication networks function by examining Local
Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), Internet Protocol (IP), and
evolving data networks. In today's hyper-competitive communications marketplace, customers expect equipment vendors to provide real-world solutions to the
challenges facing business. They demand more than glossy sales brochures and
pricing schedules; they want knowledgeable, problem-solving partners. Are you
ready? Is your organization ready? This course prepares you to confidently
discuss LAN/WAN technologies, including ethernet, xDSL, ATM, frame relay, and
TCP/IP, and increases your comfort level with the services and equipment in
today's marketplace. Understanding Data Networking is your key to
understanding where the marketplace for services and equipment is today, as well as what's in store for the near future.
ADDITIONAL SOFTWARE OR HARDWARE REQIREMENTS:
Pentium 233 or equivalent computer, with a minimum of 32 MB (48 MB recommended with NT) of memory running Windows(R) 95, 98, 2000, or Windows NT(R) 4.0.
Internet Explorer 5.0 or greater, Netscape Communicator (Navigator) 4.75 or greater (version 6.0 excluded).
Minimum resolution of 800 x 600 with 256 colors (1024 x 768 with 64K or high color recommended).
16-bit sound card with speakers.
A minimum of 56K internet connection.
Windows MediaPlayer and/or Macromedia Flash 5.0 are required to use this product.
Course length: 8 hours
Course ID:
WRA-1400-90 |
Subscription Duration:
90 days
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$US
295.00 |
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Languages Offered |
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This course is currently available in English only.
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Who Can Benefit |
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Students who can benefit from this course are those entering the
telecommunications field or who are unfamiliar with data communications
equipment or data transmission systems.
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Prerequisites |
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To succeed fully in this course, students should be able to:
Display an interest in data communications equipmentDisplay an interest in data transmission systems
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Skills Gained |
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Upon completion of this course, you should be able to:
Understand the industry's need for data networks, how these networks evolved, how they operate, and what services they offer.Learn the modern data networking technologies and the terms and acronyms
involved intoMake assessments of the current status and probable future composition of your company's networks
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Related Courses |
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After: WRA-2000: Understanding Emerging Technologies in 2001 After: TRA-120: Understanding Multiservice Networking Solutions
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Course Content |
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Module 1: Course Introduction
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Course ObjectivesHistory of Data NetworksThe Importance of Internet Protocol (IP)
Module 2: Overview of Local Area Networks (LANs)
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LAN Components and Major PlayersNetworking ProtocolsSummary of LANs
Module 3: Overview of Wide Area Networks (WANs)
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Routers and SwitchesTransmissionBroadband AccessCarrier ServicesSummary of Data Networks
Module 4: Evolving Data Networks
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Current and Future ArchitecturesThe Competitive LandscapeFuture Network ScenariosSummary of Data Networks |
