Networking

• Types of Networks (LAN, WAN, MAN, PAN)
• Deep dive into 7 Layers of OSI Model
• TCP/IP Suite vs OSI Model

• Understanding Hubs, Switches, Routers & Firewalls
• Cabling Standards (UTP, Fiber Optic, Coaxial)
• Wireless Networking (Wi-Fi Standards & Frequencies)

• Binary to Decimal Conversion
• IP Classes (A, B, C, D) & Private vs Public IPs
• VLSM & Subnetting Mastery for Network Design

• Intro to Cisco IOS & Command Line Interface (CLI)
• Configuring Hostnames, Passwords & Banner MOTD
• Managing VLANs & Trunking Basics

• Static vs Dynamic Routing Concepts
• Configuring RIP, EIGRP & OSPF Fundamentals
• Routing Table Analysis & Troubleshooting

• Setting up DHCP Server & Relay Agents
• DNS Hierarchy & Resolution Process
• Configuring NAT (Static, Dynamic & PAT)

• IPv6 Addressing Formats & Compression
• Neighbor Discovery Protocol (NDP)
• Dual-stacking & Migration Techniques

• Configuring WLC (Wireless LAN Controllers)
• VPN Concepts (Site-to-Site & Remote Access)
• MPLS & Cloud Networking Basics

• Access Control Lists (Standard & Extended ACLs)
• Port Security & DHCP Snooping
• Mitigating Common Attacks (Spoofing, DoS)

• Intro to Windows Server & Active Directory
• User Management & Group Policies (GPO)
• Linux CLI Basics for Network Admins

• Using Wireshark for Packet Analysis
• SNMP, Syslog & NetFlow Monitoring
• Network Documentation & Backup Strategies

• Final Project: Design a Secure Enterprise Network
• Troubleshooting Challenge (Packet Tracer)
• Exam Preparation (CCNA/Network+) & Career Roadmap