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- Louise Nolan
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Network+ 2005 Module 2 - The OSI Model
Course Aims
This is module number 2 of 7 of a practical hands-on course is intended for readers wishing to qualify with Network+ Certification. The main aim of this course is to help to prepare you for CompTIA's Network+ 2005 Certification exam. Network+ Certification has been created as a benchmark for local area networking installation and support. The qualification is endorsed by Microsoft, Novell, Cisco, Compaq, and Lotus, among other leading vendors. By completing this course, you will also be assisted with entry into a career in ICT. This course will particularly benefit you in pursuing a career in network administration, as a Network Support Technician, Network Administrator, or Network Analyst or in Help Desk support. |
Assumed Knowledge
Readers should meet the following criteria prior to attending the course - taken and passed both A+ Certification exams or have equivalent knowledge and experience; six months to one year of post A+ Certification support experience and extensive experience of supporting end-users and PC-based systems. |
Course Audience
This course has been created for students who have or will have the responsibility for installing, maintaining and troubleshooting local area networks, with a particular emphasis on Microsoft Windows Networks, Novell NetWare, and UNIX/Linux-based systems. The course has been developed to produce competent network support engineers that are capable of taking and passing CompTIA’s “Network+ 2005 Certification Support Skills” exam. This qualification is particularly recommended for students who wish to progress to the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer qualification. |
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Table of Contents
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Unit 1 - Introducing the OSI Model
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Unit 1 - Introducing the OSI Model
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The OSI Model
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Concept Behind the OSI Model
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Network Communication and the OSI Model
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The OSI Model and ‘Real System’ Networking
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OSI Model Summary
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Unit 2 - OSI Model Lower Layers
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Unit 2 - OSI Model Lower Layers
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Physical Layer
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Data Link Layer
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Media Access Control Sub-layer
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802 Standards
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802.5 (IBM Token Ring Implementation)
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802.11 (Wireless LAN Standards)
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Media Access
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Demand Priority
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Ethernet (IEEE 802.3)
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Token Ring (IEEE 802.5)
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VGAnyLAN
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AppleTalk
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Unit 3 - Network Components
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Intranetwork and Internetwork Devices
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Multistation Access Units (MAUs)
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Switches (or Switching Hubs)
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Structured Wiring Systems
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Network Adapters
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Features of Network Adapters
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Transceivers and Media Converters
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Methods for Configuration
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Unit 4 - OSI Model Middle Layers
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Unit 4 - OSI Model Middle Layers
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Network Layer
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Transport Layer
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Routers
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Layer 3 Switches
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Overview of Transport Protocols
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Characteristics of Transport Protocols
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Open or Proprietary Specification
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Configuration and Administration
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Segmentation of Networks and Routing
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Adding and Removing Protocols
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Adding and Removing Protocols
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Loading Multiple Protocols
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Unit 5 - OSI Model Upper Layers
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Unit 5 - OSI Model Upper Layers
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Upper Layers of the OSI Model
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Client/Server Protocols
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Server Message Blocks (SMB)
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NetWare Core Protocols (NCPs)
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Service Advertising Protocol (SAP)
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Glossary
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