Networking and Storage Essentials
Organizations require fast, efficient, and secure networks to compete in today’s global business world. Technical Support professionals are in high demand to meet organizations’ expanding needs and to help maintain and update computer networks to reduce downtime and minimize disruption.
This course is designed for anyone new to networks and storage looking to develop the skills needed to diagnose and repair basic networking and storage problems. You’ll gain extensive knowledge of the fundamentals of networking, including network types, topology models and standards, and the physical setup of a network for wired and wireless connections. You’ll be introduced to the different types of storage devices, STaaS, learn the difference between NAS and SAN and the types of storage gateways to meet the needs of network subscribers, and identify common network storage and network sharing options including local, hosted, and cloud storage.
This course provides multiple hands-on, real-world inspired activities to demonstrate your network and storage expertise, including setting up a SOHO network, exploring cable types, and identifying storage types. This course is ideal for kickstarting an IT Support role, network technician role, or building your base knowledge for system administration.
What you'll learn
- Identify and discuss network types and standards.
- Determine how to set up wired and wireless connections.
- Discuss common network storage types and network sharing options.
- Perform basic setup on a mobile device, including security and settings.
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Length | 4 weeks |
Effort | 4 weeks, 4–6 hours per week |
Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
Cost | $49 |
From | IBM via edX |
Instructor | Skills Network |
Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
Language | English |
Subjects | Programming |
Tags | Computer Science |
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Rating | Not enough ratings |
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Length | 4 weeks |
Effort | 4 weeks, 4–6 hours per week |
Starts | On Demand (Start anytime) |
Cost | $49 |
From | IBM via edX |
Instructor | Skills Network |
Download Videos | On all desktop and mobile devices |
Language | English |
Subjects | Programming |
Tags | Computer Science |
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