Cisco Wireless Basic Operation and Configuration from Pluralsight

Wireless networks are a fundamental component of enterprise networks. This course will introduce 802.11 radio frequency basics, deployment principles, and configuration of a Cisco Wireless LAN Controller.

Wireless networks are a required component of every enterprise network. Mobile devices like laptops, tablets, and smartphones have created a demand for wireless coverage in buildings. Additionally, devices specific to healthcare, manufacturing, education, retail also required reliable wireless connectivity to operate properly.

In this course, Cisco Wireless Basic Operation and Configuration, you will learn the fundamentals of 802.11 Wireless Deployments. First, you will examine the fundamentals of wireless including 802.11 protocols and the radio frequencies used to deliver the wireless ethernet network. Next, since anyone with a wireless adapter can listen to the information transferred on a wireless network, you will discover the encryption technologies available to secure wireless conversations including WEP, WPA, WPA2, and WPA3. Then, you will learn about the infrastructure required to deliver a Cisco Wireless Network, including understanding autonomous access points, and lightweight access points with a wireless lan controller. Finally, you will explore how to deploy a Cisco Wireless Network using a Cisco 2504 Wireless LAN Controller. By the end of this course, you will have a better understanding of Cisco Wireless operation and configuration.

All of the topics covered are part of the exam objectives required to earn the Cisco CCNA certification.

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Cisco Wireless Principles

Securing Wireless Connections

Examining Cisco Wireless Infrastructure Components

Configuring Cisco WLANs with WLC

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Explores Wi-Fi standards and security practices, which are industry standard in wireless network engineering

Examines Wi-Fi infrastructure, including access points and controllers, which are core components in Cisco's enterprise wireless solutions

Emphasizes hands-on deployment of Cisco Wireless LAN Controllers, which will prepare learners for the CCNA certification exam

Taught by Ross Bagurdes, an experienced wireless networking professional

Requires learners to purchase the Cisco 2504 Wireless LAN Controller for hands-on exercises, which may incur additional costs

Assumes prior knowledge of networking concepts and some familiarity with wireless technologies

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Learners who complete Cisco Wireless Basic Operation and Configuration will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Systems Administrator

Systems Administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of computer systems. This includes managing wireless networks. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for Systems Administrators who want to manage wireless networks.

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Telecommunications Engineer

Telecommunications Engineers design, build, and maintain telecommunications systems. Wireless networks are a key component of many telecommunications systems. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for Telecommunications Engineers who want to design and manage wireless networks.

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Wireless Network Engineer

Wireless Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain wireless networks. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for Wireless Network Engineers who want to design and manage wireless networks.

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Network Engineer

Network Engineers design, implement, and maintain computer networks. They work with a variety of networking technologies, including wireless networks. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for Network Engineers who want to design and manage wireless networks.

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Network Security Engineer

Network Security Engineers are responsible for designing and implementing security measures for computer networks. This includes securing wireless networks. This course covers the security features of wireless networks, including WEP, WPA, WPA2, and WPA3. This knowledge is essential for Network Security Engineers who want to secure wireless networks.

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Network Architect

Network Architects design and implement computer networks. This includes designing and implementing wireless networks. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for Network Architects who want to design and implement wireless networks.

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Network Technician

Network Technicians install, maintain, and repair computer networks. This includes installing, maintaining, and repairing wireless networks. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for Network Technicians who want to work with wireless networks.

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IT Manager

IT Managers are responsible for managing the IT department of an organization. This includes managing the organization's wireless network. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for IT Managers who want to manage wireless networks.

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IT Director

IT Directors are responsible for overseeing the IT department of an organization. This includes overseeing the organization's wireless network. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for IT Directors who want to oversee wireless networks.

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IT Consultant

IT Consultants help businesses with their IT needs. This includes wireless networking. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for IT Consultants who want to help businesses with their wireless networking needs.

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Data Center Technician

Data Center Technicians are responsible for the day-to-day operation and maintenance of data centers. This includes managing the data center's wireless network. This course provides a strong foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge is essential for Data Center Technicians who want to manage wireless networks in data centers.

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Computer Scientist

Computer scientists research and develop new computer technologies. Wireless networks are a new and emerging technology. This course provides a foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge may be helpful for Computer Scientists who want to research wireless networks.

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Fiber Optic Technician

Fiber optic technicians install, maintain, and repair fiber optic cables. Wireless networks often use fiber optic cables to connect access points to the network. This course provides a foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge may be helpful for Fiber Optic Technicians who want to work with wireless networks.

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Software Engineer

Software engineers design, develop, and maintain software. Wireless networks often use software to manage and control the network. This course provides a foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge may be helpful for Software Engineers who want to develop software for wireless networks.

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Data Scientist

Data scientists collect, analyze, and interpret data. Wireless networks generate a lot of data. This course provides a foundation in the basics of wireless networks, including 802.11 protocols, security, and infrastructure. This knowledge may be helpful for Data Scientists who want to analyze data from wireless networks.

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