WAN Technologies

Overview/Description
To describe the functions of major WAN technologies and access technologies, and the functions of analog and cable modems

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
120 Minutes

Objectives:

WAN Technologies

  • identify the features and functions of major WAN technologies.
  • determine the WAN connection types and multiplexing used in a given scenario.
  • identify the characteristics and functions of the PPP and HDLC protocols.
  • identify the function and operation of ISDN, DSL, Frame Relay, ATM, and SONET connection technologies.
  • identify the function and operation of analog modems and cable modems.
  • match an appropriate WAN connection technology and modem to a corporate network, for a given scenario.


    • Course Number: 125072_eng