Link to the Course:
https://www.coursera.org/learn/computer-networking/
Learning Objectives
Week 1
- Describe how the TCP/IP five layer network model works.
- Identify basic networking devices.
- Label each of the five layers in the TCP/IP network model.
- Describe how the physical layer works.
- Describe how the data link layer works.
Week 2
- Describe the IP addressing scheme.
- Describe how subnetting works.
- Describe subnets by performing basic math in binary.
- Demonstrate how encapsulation works.
- Describe how ARP protocols allow different layers of the network to communicate.
- Describe how the Internet works.
- Understand the basics of routing and routing protocols.
Week 3
- Describe TCP ports and sockets.
- Examine the different components of a TCP header.
- Compare differences between connection-oriented and connectionless protocols.
- Explain how TCP is used to ensure data integrity.
Week 4
- Describe why name resolution is important.
- Identify the steps involved with a DNS lookup.
- Understand the most common DNS record types.
- Explain how DHCP makes network administration a simpler task.
- Demonstrate how NAT technologies help keep networks secure and preserve IP address space.
- Describe how VPNs and proxies help users get connected and stay secure.
Week 5
- Describe various Internet connectivity technologies.
- Define components of WANs.
- Outline the basics of wireless and cellular networking.
Week 6
- Inspect common network connectivity problems.
- Use tools available in Microsoft Windows, MacOS, and Linux to troubleshoot network issues.
About the Course: This course is designed to provide a full overview of computer networking. We’ll cover everything from the fundamentals of modern networking technologies and protocols to an overview of the cloud to practical applications and network troubleshooting.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- describe computer networks in terms of a five-layer model.
- understand all of the standard protocols involved with TCP/IP communications.
- grasp powerful network troubleshooting tools and techniques.
- learn network services like DNS and DHCP that help make computer networks run.
- understand cloud computing, everything as a service, and cloud storage.