Total Time: 3 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course explains the features and operation of the hardware and software needed for establishing and maintaining a LAN.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Compare the three basic types of LAN cabling
Explain the function of interface cards
Describe file servers, network wiring hubs and wireless networking
Explain how the components of the client/server model work together

Topics: 
Cabling
Interface Cards
Servers
Network Wiring Hubs
Wireless Networking
Client/Server Computing

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.