Learning Outcomes

Twisted-pair Cables

Cables and Signalling

Other Types of Cable

Wireless Networks

Wireless Encryption

Lesson Summary

Get the basics of wired and wireless media, protocols, standards and concepts.

Internet Protocol v4

Binary Numbers and IP Addresses

Default Gateway, DNS Server, Subnetting

Internet Protocol v6

Internet Protocol (IP) is what makes the internet and modern networks function. Here you will learn how.

Common TCP/IP Tools

Advanced TCP/IP Tools

Advanced TCP/IP Demonstrations

Discover and see the tools used to manage and troubleshoot networks.

Computer Networking - Wired and Wireless Networks and Protocols - Course Assessment

Learn the structure and function of wired and wireless networks and their protocols with this free computer course.

Computer Networking - Wired and Wireless Networks and Protocols

This free online course in Computer Networking introduces you to the basic structure and features of both wired and wireless networks and their protocols. Computer networking has become an indispensable part of both our personal lives and our business operations, which makes understand computer networks a very valuable asset in modern life. This free online course will teach you the ins and outs of computer networking for any application.

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