Introduction to Computer Networks for Non-Techies

Introduction to Computer Networks for Non-Techies, available at $124.99, has an average rating of 4.65, with 211 lectures, 21 quizzes, based on 13207 reviews, and has 68150 subscribers.

You will learn about 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 This course is ideal for individuals who are Non-Techies Wanting to Learn About Computer Networks or Business & IT Managers Needing a Working Knowledge of Computer Networking or Aspiring & Inexperienced IT Professionals or This Course Is NOT for Seasoned & Experienced IT & Neworking Professionals It is particularly useful for Non-Techies Wanting to Learn About Computer Networks or Business & IT Managers Needing a Working Knowledge of Computer Networking or Aspiring & Inexperienced IT Professionals or This Course Is NOT for Seasoned & Experienced IT & Neworking Professionals.

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Summary

Title: Introduction to Computer Networks for Non-Techies

Price: $124.99

Average Rating: 4.65

Number of Lectures: 211

Number of Quizzes: 21

Number of Published Lectures: 211

Number of Published Quizzes: 21

Number of Curriculum Items: 232

Number of Published Curriculum Objects: 232

Original Price: $89.99

Quality Status: approved

Status: Live

What You Will 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

Who Should Attend

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

Target Audiences

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

***Course Overhauled & Improved with 14.5 hours of Updated Content & 3.5 hours of New Content August 2021***

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 who needs to better understand how networks work? Then you have come to the right place!

In this 18.5-hour course, I’ll show you step-by-step, the fundamentals of computer networking, teaching you the 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

18.5 Hours of Lecture and live Demonstration Videos

13 Cisco Packet Tracer Hands-on Labs (You’ll be required to register with Cisco to use Packet Tracer)

21 Section Quizzes

2 Business Case Studies

Edited Closed Caption Subtitles and Video Transcripts

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

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!

PREVIEW OVER 1 HOUR OF THIS COURSE THROUGH MY 25+ FREE LECTURES, JUST SCROLL DOWN BELOW AND CLICK THE BLUE PREVIEW BUTTONS.

Course Curriculum

Chapter 1: Course Introduction

Lecture 1: Course Introduction and Overview

Lecture 2: Why Learn Computer Networking From Me?

Lecture 3: Beginner-Friendly Labs

Lecture 4: Course Lecture PDFs

Lecture 5: Familiarizing Yourself with Udemys Course Taking Interface

Lecture 6: How to Access Course Subtitles & Transcripts

Lecture 7: Join our Facebook Student Community

Lecture 8: Udemy Mobile App for iOS & Android – Download & Take Course Videos On the Go!

Lecture 9: Student Exercise: Introduce Yourself

Chapter 2: Overview and Benefits of Computer Networks

Lecture 1: What Is a Computer Network?

Lecture 2: Some Basic Computer Networking Rules

Lecture 3: Types of Networks (by Size)

Lecture 4: Peer-to-Peer vs. Client-Server Architecture

Lecture 5: Why Build a Computer Network?

Lecture 6: Student Exercise: Benefits of Computer Networks

Chapter 3: Course Primer: How Computer Networks Work

Lecture 1: Section Introduction

Lecture 2: Introduction to Computer Networking Protocols

Lecture 3: Introduction to the OSI Model

Lecture 4: Introduction to the TCP/IP Model

Lecture 5: Introduction to MAC Addresses

Lecture 6: Introduction to IP Addresses

Lecture 7: IP versus MAC Addresses

Lecture 8: Duplex Communication

Lecture 9: Network Transmission Types

Lecture 10: Introduction to Ethernet

Lecture 11: Lab #1: Installing Cisco Packet Tracer

Lecture 12: Lab # 2: Connecting two PCs Together

Chapter 4: Network Topologies

Lecture 1: Section Introduction

Lecture 2: Physical vs. Logical Topologies

Lecture 3: Wired Network Topologies

Lecture 4: Wireless Network Topologies

Lecture 5: Lab # 3: Create Physical Wired Topologies

Chapter 5: Networking Devices

Lecture 1: Section Introduction

Lecture 2: Network Interface Cards (NICs)

Lecture 3: Hubs

Lecture 4: Switches

Lecture 5: Wireless Access Points

Lecture 6: Wireless Range Extenders

Lecture 7: Routers

Lecture 8: Modems

Lecture 9: All-in-One SOHO Devices

Lecture 10: Media Converters

Lecture 11: Firewalls

Lecture 12: DHCP Servers

Lecture 13: VoIP Endpoints

Lecture 14: Lab # 4: Creating a Simple Home LAN

Chapter 6: Network Cabling

Lecture 1: Section Introduction

Lecture 2: Types of Network Cabling

Lecture 3: Ethernet Standards

Lecture 4: Coaxial Cabling

Lecture 5: Twisted Pair Copper Network Cabling

Lecture 6: Wiring Standards: 568A & 568B and Cable Types

Lecture 7: Live Demonstration: Creating a Network Cable

Lecture 8: Plenum-Rated Cabling

Lecture 9: Fiber Optic Network Cabling

Lecture 10: Networking Cable Selection Criteria

Lecture 11: Lab # 5: Exploring Network Cabling

Chapter 7: The OSI Model

Lecture 1: Section Introduction

Lecture 2: OSI Layer 7 – The Application Layer

Lecture 3: OSI Layer 6 – The Presentation Layer

Lecture 4: OSI Layer 5 – The Session Layer

Lecture 5: OSI Layer 4 – The Transport Layer

Lecture 6: OSI Layer 3 – The Network Layer

Lecture 7: OSI Layer 2 – The Data Link Layer

Lecture 8: OSI Layer 1 – The Physical Layer

Lecture 9: OSI Model Data Encapsulation and De-Encapsulation

Chapter 8: Planning a Network

Lecture 1: Section Introduction

Lecture 2: Why We Plan

Lecture 3: The Overall Process

Lecture 4: Understanding the Business

Lecture 5: Establishing a Business Need

Lecture 6: Defining Specific Areas of Improvement

Lecture 7: Buy-in and Resources

Lecture 8: Hidden Costs

Lecture 9: Other Considerations

Lecture 10: Planning Questions

Lecture 11: The Next Steps

Lecture 12: Q&A Discussion Board Student Exercise

Chapter 9: Introduction to TCP/IP

Lecture 1: Section Introduction

Lecture 2: What is TCP/IP?

Lecture 3: TCP/IP Protocols

Lecture 4: Network Access Methods

Chapter 10: TCP/IP Network Layer Protocols

Lecture 1: Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)

Lecture 2: ARP Live Demo: ARP Command on Windows, Linux, and Mac

Instructors

Alton Teaches LLC
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Alton Hardin | 200,000+ Enrollments Worldwide
Educator. IT & Business Professional. Author. Poker Coach.

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2 stars: 127 votes

3 stars: 986 votes

4 stars: 4356 votes

5 stars: 7670 votes

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