Networking - Introduction

Terminology
Explanation of each of the acronyms ( LAN , WAN, CAN, IP, DHCP)
Topology
Explanation of each of the topologies (Star, Ring, Bus)
Network Design
 Demonstration of using (VISIO) software to design basic network
Internet Backbone
 How the internet is joined together via exchanges etc
Explanation of the hardware internet traffic passes through
ADSL Diagnostics
How to diagnose some of the common internet faults
Explanation of microfilters, routers and all internal wiring
Making a PC/Laptop network capable
Demonstration of PCI network card installation
Demonstration of USB wireless dongle installation
Cat 5/6 and Patch Panel Assembly
 Ethernet (RJ45) explanation
Wall sockets explanation
Patch panel explanation
Difference between straight through and crossover cables
Basic fault finding techniques
 Router/Switch/Hub
Correct selection of hardware
Hardware comparisons
Installation of hardware
Basic Active Directory
Explanation of what it is and why it is used
Adding users
Domains and Workgroups
Connecting a PC to a workgroup/domain
File and Printer Sharing
Creating mapped network drives
Sharing files
Sharing printers
IP Addressing
Explanation of what they are and why they are used
Comparison of static and dynamic
Brief DHCP explanation
Network Security (Wired/Wireless)
Explanations and examples of each:
Passwords
Encryption
Firewalls
Antivirus

 

Each of the practical (hands on) tasks can now be done by each of the users or demonstrated:

  • Network Design (Visio)
  • ADSL diagnostics
  • PCI Network card installation
  • USB wireless dongle installation
  • Cat 5/6 and Patch Panel Assembly (demo)
  • Creating mapped network drives
  • Sharing files
  • Sharing printers
  • Setting up static and dynamic ip addresses?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Latest 2011 News

New Visual Basic (VB) courses on offer:

The following 3 Visual Basic courses have been developed and will be avaiable either on our open course schedule or tailored and on site for our clients.

VB Programming - Intro (2 days)
An overview of Microsoft's Visual Studio environment and an introduction to programming in VB. Giving the new user an understanding of basic programming concepts, techniques and strategies.

VB For MS Access - Intro (2 days)
Taking MS Access to the next level for the user who has an understanding of tables and forms. The user will be introduced to the basic concepts, techniques and strategies employed in Visual Basic and how to integrate these to get the most out of their Access project.

VB for MS Excel - Intro (2 days)
Taking MS Excel to the next level for the user who has an understanding of worksheets and formulas. The user will be introduced to the basic concepts, techniques and strategies employed in Visual Basic and how to integrate these to get the most out of their Excel project.