Total Time: 4 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course explains common physical and logical network topologies. This course also provides an overview of major operating systems, including Microsoft Windows NT, Novell Netware, and UNIX.

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Compare common network topologies, such as mesh, star, ring, and bus
Define physical and logical topologies
Explain the responsibilities of a network operating system
Explain the broad characteristics of Windows NT, Novell NetWare, and UNIX operating systems
Describe three common networking protocols: IPX, IP, and NetBEUI
Explain RAID fault tolerance and describe different RAID levels

Topics: 
Basic Network Structure
Mesh Topology
Star Topology
Ring Topology
Bus Topology
Operating System Fundamentals
Windows NT
Novell NetWare
UNIX
Network Clients
Networking Protocols
RAID Fault Tolerance
Newer Fault Tolerance Classifications

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.