Explore the fundamentals of computer networking, troubleshooting and network intrusion in this free online course. The use of computers and computing has ingrained itself in our day-to-day tasks. Everyone thus requires basic computer skills, regardless of profession. Remote working and interactions have been made possible through global data networks. This course will give you a thorough introduction to computer networking, teaching you about the key network elements like its topologies, IP addresses and how to avoid network intrusions.
| College | Alison |
| Course ID | 187900 |
| Course Type | Online Learning |
| Course Qualification | CPD Certificate |
| Course Duration | 1.5-3 hours |
| Course Fee | Free |
| Entry Requirements | Like all courses on the Alison Free Learning platform this is a free, CPD-accredited course. A Graduate can choose to buy a certificate or diploma upon successful completion of a course, but this is not required or necessary. At Alison we believe that free education, more than anything, has the power to break through boundaries and transform lives. Alison is the world’s largest free online empowerment platform for education and skills training, offering over 5000 CPD accredited courses and a range of impactful career development tools. It is a for-profit social enterprise dedicated to making it possible for anyone, to study anything, anywhere, at any time, for free online, at any subject level. Through our mission, we are a catalyst for positive social change, creating opportunity, prosperity, and equality for everyone. |
| Career Path | In This Free Course, You Will Learn How To • Discuss the benefits and components of a computer network • Recall the various configurations of the Local Area Network • Distinguish between the different network topologies • State the properties of the different layers of the OSI model • Explain the functions of cables in computer networking • Identify various tools used in computer networking • Distinguish between the different internet protocols used in networking • State the requirements for computers to communicate on the internet • Discuss the procedures involved in configuring the dynamic host configuration protocol (DCHP) • List the configuration parameters for network hosts • Explain the functions of operating systems • Summarise the functions of firewalls in networking |
| Course Code | 4988 |
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