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Computer Networking - Local Area Networks and the OSI Model
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Computer Networking - Local Area Networks and the OSI Model

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Computer Networking - Local Area Networks and the OSI Model

Learn about Local Area Networks (LAN) and the seven layers of the networking OSI Model with this free online course.
This free online local area network course will give you an in-depth look at Local Area Networks and the OSI Model. Local area networks (LAN) are computer networks that range in size from a few computers in a... This free online local area network course will give you an in-depth look at Local Area Networks and the OSI Model. Local area networks (LAN) are computer networks that range in size from a few computers in a single office to hundreds of devices across several buildings. With this course, learn about Local area network key features such as how they link computers together and provide shared access to printers, file servers, and other services.
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What You Will Learn In This Free Course

  • Define what Local Area Network (LAN...
  • Describe the key devices found on a...
  • Explain how Hubs, Switches and Rout...
  • Describe how Ethernet functions...
  • Define what Local Area Network (LAN) means
  • Describe the key devices found on a LAN
  • Explain how Hubs, Switches and Routers function
  • Describe how Ethernet functions
  • Describe the structure and function of IP Addresses
  • List the seven layers of the OSI Model
  • Describe the functions of each layer of the OSI Model
  • List the four layers of the TCP Model
  • Describe the functions of each layer of the TCP Model
  • Explain the differences between the OSI Model and the TCP Model
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