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Cisco Networking Basics

Welcome to the Cisco Networking Basics Specialization. The five courses included in this specialization are designed for beginners in computing that want to understand the basics of how data is sent and received in a network and how small computer networks are created. People who may be in non-networking professions that want to understand how their home or small business networks actually work will enjoy this course. These courses introduce a variety of concepts, practice activities and simulations that help build the learner’s skills and understanding of computer networking. You will learn how to set up a basic home network, configure devices for connectivity, understand how communication takes place on a network, and what minimal best practices should be implemented to secure the network. Learners will also be introduced to Cisco IOS® software used to manage Cisco routers and switches. Previous networking knowledge is not required.

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Five courses

Introduction to Cisco Networking

Welcome to the final course in the Cisco Networking Basics Specialization. You'll learn the basics of adding Cisco routers and switches to networks in small to medium businesses. You'll perform basic setup and configuration steps to connect switches and routers in a small network and configure them for remote access. You'll use Cisco Packet Tracer to simulate the network environment.

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Internet Connection: How to Get Online?

Welcome to the first of five courses in the Cisco Networking Basics Specialization. This course introduces the fundamentals of computer networking and how data travels in your home network. By the end, you'll be able to explain how data networks work, define basic data networking terms, and build a simple peer-to-peer network.

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Home Networking Basics

Welcome to the fourth of five courses in the Cisco Networking Basics Specialization. In this course, you'll learn how to build and secure a home network that includes lots of wireless devices. You'll also learn about the different types of threats and attacks that typically occur on wireless networks and how to mitigate them.

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Network Protocols and Architecture

Welcome to the second course in the Cisco Networking Basics Specialization. Have you ever wondered how devices on computer networks communicate? This course examines the principles of network communication, how networks are designed, and what is sent and received by devices when data is sent across a network.

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Data Communications and Network Services

Welcome to the third course in the Cisco Networking Basics Specialization. In this course, you will learn about network services such as DHCP and DNS, and how to configure a router to perform DHCP services for a LAN. You will also explore common network protocols such as TCP and UDP, and learn how to use various tools to verify network operations.

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Telethia Willis

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