Total Time: 4 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course describes the types of LAN networks and how they operate.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Describe LAN network topologies and architectures
Explain segmentation
Describe types of Ethernets and their operation
Describe types of Token Rings and FDDIs, and their operation
Differentiate transparent, source-route, and mixed-media bridges
Differentiate kinds of switches
Explain VLANs
Explain router operation
Describe the determination of router paths

Topics: 
Basic Concepts
Ethernets
Token Rings and FDDIs
Bridges
Switches
Routers

Technical Requirements: 
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.