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Tim McConnaughy

Multicast is a solution that is as old as networking itself but escapes the understanding of many. This course will teach you the PIM protocol (Protocol Independent Multicast) to a deep level.

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Multicast is a solution that is as old as networking itself but escapes the understanding of many. This course will teach you the PIM protocol (Protocol Independent Multicast) to a deep level.

Despite multicast being a technology that has been around since the earliest days of networking, the protocols and solutions remain a mystery to many. In this course, Protocol Deep Dive: PIM, you’ll learn the PIM protocol at a deep level. First, you’ll explore basic multicast and the basic PIM packet details. Next, you’ll discover the different IPv4 implementations of PIM. Finally, you’ll learn how IPv6 PIM is used and what special features exist. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to understand PIM at a deep technical level, needed to develop multicast solutions.

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Syllabus

Course Overview
Basic Multicast Review
Protocol Independent Multicast
PIM Dense Mode
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PIM Sparse Mode (IPv4)
PIM Sparse Mode (IPv6)
PIM Source-specific Multicast (IPv4)
PIM Source-specific Multicast (IPv6)
PIM BiDirectional Multicast (IPv4)
PIM BiDirectional Multicast (IPv6)

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Designed for network engineers and professionals, this course assumes a solid understanding of networking fundamentals
Provides a deep dive into the PIM protocol, addressing IPv4 and IPv6 implementations
Taught by industry experts, Tim McConnaughy, who are recognized for their work in networking
Covers both basic and advanced multicast concepts, establishing a strong foundation for learners
Provides knowledge and skills that are highly relevant to industry, enhancing professional capabilities
Requires extensive background knowledge in networking, making it suitable for intermediate to advanced learners

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Protocol Deep Dive: PIM with these activities:
Review PIM Fundamentals
Brush up on the core concepts of PIM and multicast routing to strengthen your foundation before delving into advanced topics.
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  • Review course materials from previous networking courses.
  • Read articles or whitepapers on PIM fundamentals.
  • Complete online quizzes or exercises to test your understanding.
Review: Multicast Networks: Principles and Applications
Review the fundamental concepts and principles of multicast networking to prepare for the deep dive into the PIM protocol.
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Practice PIM Packet Analysis
Analyze and interpret PIM packets using network analysis tools to enhance your understanding of PIM operations.
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  • Set up a multicast test environment.
  • Capture PIM packets using a packet analyzer.
  • Identify and decode PIM messages (e.g., Join/Prune messages).
  • Troubleshoot multicast issues based on PIM packet analysis.
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Peer Study Group: PIM Configuration and Troubleshooting
Collaborate with peers in a study group to discuss PIM configuration and troubleshooting techniques, sharing knowledge and resolving challenges.
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  • Form a study group with other course participants.
  • Choose a PIM configuration or troubleshooting topic.
  • Research and prepare materials on the chosen topic.
  • Present your findings to the group and facilitate a discussion.
  • Troubleshoot any issues or questions raised by the group.
Guided Tutorial: Implementing PIM in GNS3
Follow a hands-on tutorial to implement and configure PIM in a simulated network environment, applying your theoretical knowledge practically.
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  • Set up a GNS3 topology.
  • Configure PIM on routers.
  • Test multicast communication using various scenarios.
Attend a PIM Workshop or Conference
Expand your knowledge and network with industry experts by attending workshops or conferences dedicated to PIM technologies and applications.
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Design a Multicast Solution for a Network
Develop a comprehensive multicast solution to meet specific network requirements, demonstrating your understanding of PIM and multicast networking.
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Contribute to a PIM Open-Source Project
Gain practical experience and contribute to the wider PIM community by participating in open-source projects related to PIM implementation or development.
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  • Identify an open-source PIM project to contribute to.
  • Review the project's documentation and codebase.
  • Identify a specific area or feature to work on.
  • Develop code or contribute to documentation.
  • Submit your contributions to the project.

Career center

Learners who complete Protocol Deep Dive: PIM will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Network Administrator
A Network Administrator manages and maintains computer networks. This course can help advance you in this career path by providing foundational knowledge in PIM, a protocol used for multicast communication. Network Administrators who understand multicast can manage and maintain multicast networks more effectively.
Network Engineer
A Network Engineer installs, configures, and maintains computer networks. This course helps pave the way to enter this field, by providing a strong foundation in the PIM protocol. Network Engineers who understand multicast can troubleshoot network problems more effectively and can implement multicast solutions.
Systems Administrator
A Systems Administrator installs, configures, and maintains computer systems. This course may be useful in this career field, by providing a strong foundation in PIM, a protocol used in multicast communication. Systems Administrators who understand multicast can manage and maintain multicast systems more effectively.
Network Architect
A Network Architect designs, builds, and maintains computer networks. This course may be useful in this career path by providing a strong foundation in network protocols. By understanding how multicast works, Network Architects can design networks that are more efficient and reliable.
Database Administrator
A Database Administrator designs, implements, and maintains databases. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. Database Administrators who understand multicast can design and implement multicast solutions for database applications.
Web Developer
A Web Developer designs, develops, and maintains websites. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. Web Developers who understand multicast can develop websites that use multicast communication.
Network Security Engineer
A Network Security Engineer designs, implements, and maintains network security. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. Network Security Engineers who understand multicast can design and implement multicast security solutions.
Data Analyst
A Data Analyst collects, analyzes, and interprets data. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. Data Analysts who understand multicast can analyze data more effectively from multicast sources.
Software Developer
A Software Developer designs, develops, and maintains software applications. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. Software Developers who understand multicast can develop software applications that use multicast communication.
Cloud Engineer
A Cloud Engineer designs, builds, and maintains cloud computing systems. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. Cloud Engineers who understand multicast can design and implement multicast solutions for cloud computing systems.
Information Technology (IT) Manager
An IT Manager plans, organizes, and directs the operations of an organization's information technology systems. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. IT Managers who understand multicast can plan and direct the implementation of multicast solutions.
Technical Support Engineer
A Technical Support Engineer provides technical support to customers. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. Technical Support Engineers who understand multicast can provide technical support for multicast networks and applications.
DevOps Engineer
A DevOps Engineer combines software development and operations. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. DevOps Engineers who understand multicast can develop and operate software applications that use multicast communication.
Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
A CTO is responsible for the overall technology strategy of an organization. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. CTOs who understand multicast can make informed decisions about the implementation of multicast solutions.
Chief Information Officer (CIO)
A CIO is responsible for the overall information technology strategy of an organization. This course may be useful in this career path, by providing foundational knowledge in multicast communication. CIOs who understand multicast can make informed decisions about the implementation of multicast solutions.

Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Protocol Deep Dive: PIM.
This comprehensive textbook offers a deep dive into the design, implementation, and internals of TCP/IP, providing a strong foundation for understanding the underlying mechanisms of multicast protocols like PIM.
This introductory book on TCP/IP routing covers fundamental concepts and protocols, providing a good starting point for understanding PIM and other multicast routing mechanisms.
This comprehensive guide to TCP/IP offers a wide-ranging overview of the protocol suite, including sections on multicast and related concepts, providing a useful supplement to the course's focus on PIM.
As IPv6 is becoming increasingly prevalent, this book offers a comprehensive guide to understanding IPv6, including sections on multicast routing protocols, providing a solid foundation for those seeking to work with IPv6 multicast.
This textbook covers a wide range of data communication and networking topics, including multicast basics, providing a useful overview for beginners or those seeking to refresh their knowledge.

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