Networking devices are instrumental to the delivery of data over a network. In this course, you'll learn about comparing and contrasting various networking devices to determine when and where to use them on a network. You’ll also explore common networking devices such as hubs, switches, and routers in addition to network appliances used for more specialized tasks such as the Intrusion prevention system, intrusion detection system, proxy servers, and supervisory control and data acquisition systems. You’ll also examine different routing technologies, including dynamic routing concepts and protocols. And you’ll explore how to recognize the key differences between the Routing Information Protocol and Open Shortest Path First routing protocols, and recognize how to differentiate between link state, distance vector, and hybrid routing protocols. Lastly, you’ll learn about bandwidth management concepts including traffic shaping and quality of service. This course is one of a collection of courses that prepares learners for the N10-008: CompTIA Network+ certification exam
differentiate between layer 2 and layer 3 capable switches
outline the key usage scenarios for network routers and describe how they can guide and direct network data
outline the key characteristics and purpose of hubs and bridges, respectively
describe common networking devices including access points, load balancers, proxy servers, repeaters, voice gateways, media converters, and VPN headends
outline the characteristics and purpose of a firewall and recognize the security benefits it can offer
recognize key benefits and implementations of an intrusion detection system (IDS)
describe when and where to use network printers, cameras, physical access control devices, and heating, ventilation, and air
conditioning (HVAC) sensors
describe how the voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) is used to deliver multimedia sessions and voice communications over Internet Protocol (IP) networks
outline the purpose and benefits of the Internet of Things (IoT) for organizations
describe the essential components of SCADA systems and outline its most common applications such as industrial implementations
differentiate between the routing protocols of Routing Information Protocol (RIP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP), and Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)
differentiate between the link state, distance vector, and hybrid routing protocols
describe when and where to implement static and default routes, as well as administrative distances, exterior vs. interior, and time to live
outline the purpose and characteristics of bandwidth management concepts including traffic shaping and Quality of Service (QoS)