Network Types

Overview/Description
To describe the functions, operations, and primary components of common types of networks

Target Audience
Individuals new to networking concepts and terminology; individuals preparing to take the Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) learning path; anyone preparing for the Introduction to Cisco Networking Technologies (INTRO) exam, the Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices (ICND) exam, or the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) exam

Prerequisites
A basic understanding of personal computing hardware configurations and of networking business drivers

Expected Duration
100 Minutes

Objectives:

Network Types

  • identify the standards, functions, and operation of important LAN technologies.
  • recognize the structure and functionality of the Internet.
  • recognize the functions, operation, and primary components of a WAN.
  • distinguish between the functions, operations, and primary components of a MAN, SAN, CN, and VPN.
  • distinguish between the features and functionality of network elements in different network types.


    • Course Number: 125067_eng