Create a Home Networking Lab Using Network Emulation from Pluralsight

Without a way to practice what you are learning when watching a Pluralsight course, it is much harder to fully grasp the concepts and commands. This course will teach you how to create a home networking lab to follow along with any networking course.

Without a way to practice what you a learning when watching a Pluralsight course, it is much harder to fully grasp the concepts and commands. In this course, Create a Home Networking Lab using Network Emulation, you’ll learn the skills needed in order to create your own lab so you can practice along with your favorite courses. First, you’ll explore the components that make up a networking lab. Next, you’ll discover the different ways you can deploy a networking lab that best suits your needs. Finally, you’ll learn how to deploy the network emulation software that is right for you to create robust labs. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of creating your own home network lab using network emulation so you can create robust labs that will allow you to follow along with your favorite Pluralsight course.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Understand Different Network Emulators for a Home Lab

Configure EVE-NG for a Home Lab

Configure GNS3 for a Home Lab

Configure Cisco Modeling Labs for a Home Lab

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Teaches techniques of network emulation so learners can follow through with courses based on it

Provides practical experience in networking that allows learners to practice their skills and concepts

Offers the flexibility to choose network emulators that suit individual needs and setup

Taught by Craig Stansbury, a leading instructor in the field of networking

Provides a solid foundation for beginners to build their home networking labs

Career center

Learners who complete Create a Home Networking Lab Using Network Emulation will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Network Architect

A Network Architect designs and builds computer networks. These networks can be used for a variety of purposes, such as connecting computers in a home or office, or connecting businesses to the internet. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design and build robust networks.

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Network Administrator

A Network Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day operation of a computer network. This includes monitoring the network for problems, troubleshooting and resolving issues, and making sure that the network is secure. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain networks.

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Network Engineer

A Network Engineer plans, implements, and maintains computer networks. This includes designing the network, choosing the right hardware and software, and configuring the network to meet the needs of the organization. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design, implement, and maintain robust networks.

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Computer Network Architect

A Computer Network Architect designs and builds computer networks. These networks can be used for a variety of purposes, such as connecting computers in a home or office, or connecting businesses to the internet. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design and build robust networks.

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Information Security Analyst

An Information Security Analyst is responsible for protecting an organization's computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to protect networks from security threats.

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IT Manager

An IT Manager is responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of an organization's information technology (IT) systems. This includes managing the network, servers, and other IT infrastructure. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage IT systems.

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Data Center Technician

A Data Center Technician is responsible for the maintenance and operation of a data center. This includes installing and configuring servers, storage devices, and other IT equipment. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to maintain data centers.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect designs and builds cloud computing solutions. This includes designing the cloud infrastructure, choosing the right cloud services, and configuring the cloud environment to meet the needs of the organization. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design and build cloud solutions.

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Network Security Engineer

A Network Security Engineer designs and implements security measures to protect an organization's computer networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to protect networks from security threats.

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Cybersecurity Analyst

A Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for protecting an organization's computer systems and networks from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to protect networks from security threats.

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Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. This includes writing code, testing software, and debugging software. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to develop software applications that can communicate over networks.

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Web Developer

A Web Developer designs and develops websites. This includes writing code, testing websites, and debugging websites. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to develop websites that can communicate over networks.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for the management and maintenance of an organization's computer systems. This includes installing and configuring software, managing user accounts, and troubleshooting system problems. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain computer systems.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for the management and maintenance of an organization's databases. This includes creating and maintaining databases, backing up databases, and restoring databases. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain databases.

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IT Support Specialist

An IT Support Specialist provides technical support to users of an organization's computer systems. This includes troubleshooting system problems, installing and configuring software, and providing training to users. To be successful in this role, you need to have a strong understanding of networking technologies and protocols. This course will help you build a foundation in these areas by teaching you how to create and configure a home networking lab. By completing this course, you will gain the skills and knowledge necessary to provide technical support to users.

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