Describe how a network works
lDescribe the purpose and functions of various network devices
lSelect the components required to meet a network specification
lUse the OSI and TCP/IP models and their associated protocols to explain how data flows in a network
lDescribe common networked applications including web applications
lDescribe the purpose and basic operation of the protocols in the OSI and TCP models
lDescribe the impact of applications (Voice Over IP and Video Over IP) on a network
lInterpret network diagrams
lDescribe the components required for network and Internet communications
lIdentify and correct common network problems at layers 1, 2, 3 and 7 using a layered model approach
lDifferentiate between LAN/WAN operation and features
Configure, verify and troubleshoot a switch with VLANs and interswitch communications
lSelect the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect switches to other network devices and hosts
lExplain the technology and media access control method for Ethernet networks
lExplain network segmentation and basic traffic management concepts
Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP Services to meet network requirements in a medium-size Enterprise branch office network.
lExplain the operation and benefits of using DHCP and DNS
Configure, verify, and troubleshoot basic router operation and routing on Cisco devices
lSelect the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect routers to other network devices and hosts