Network+ is an additional module available with A+. It provides an excellent grounding in the principles of networking, with useful hands-on experience. Prerequisites: Completion of A+ course or qualification is helpful but not essential. Course Overview: - Media & Topologies: Logical and physical networks, Features and characteristics of a network, Media connectors, Identifying the purpose of network components. - Protocols & Standards: Network types – TCP/IP, IPX.SPX, NetBEUI, AppleTalk, defining purposes of protocols within TCP/IP, Ports, IP addresses, Subnetting and default gateways, Public vs Private networks, WAN technologies, Remote Access Protocols, Security Protocols. - Network Implementation: Basic capabilities of UNIX, Netware, Windows, Mac, basic capabilities of client workstations, VLANs, Network attached storage, fault tolerance, disaster recovery, configuring remote connectivity, using a firewall, using a proxy, network security, NIC and network configuration settings. - Network Support: Troubleshooting, Troubleshooting a remote connectivity problem, set up configurations to a UNIX, Netware, Windows and Mac server, wiring, visual indicators, interpret output, steps for problem diagnosis and correction. A+ and NETWORK+ = 1 Module of the MCSA (Microsoft Certified System Administrator) Cost: £625 per delegate plus exam £125).
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