Building a Simple Network

Overview/Description
To identify the major components of a computer system, to define basic computer and networking terminology, and to describe the benefits and functions of the OSI reference model

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
90 Minutes

Objectives:

Building a Simple Network

  • identify the major components of a computer system and their functionality, and list the resources required to install a NIC.
  • distinguish between the processes used to convert between decimal, binary, and hexadecimal numbering systems.
  • identify the main purposes and functions of networking.
  • identify the purpose of major computer components, and calculate conversions between binary, decimal, and hexadecimal numerical systems.
  • distinguish between the OSI reference model and the TCP/IP stack.
  • distinguish between basic computer and networking terms, and between the principles of the OSI reference model and the TCP/IP protocol stack.


    • Course Number: 219381_eng