CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials

This course is part of Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified Specialization

Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors

What you'll learn

  •   Master OSI and TCP/IP networking models for troubleshooting and design.
  •   Navigate and configure Cisco IOS to manage network devices efficiently.
  •   Develop subnetting skills, including CIDR, VLSM, and binary conversions.
  •   Simulate real-world networking scenarios with Cisco Packet Tracer.
  • Skills you'll gain

  •   Command-Line Interface
  •   Configuration Management
  •   Network Routers
  •   iOS Development
  •   Network Protocols
  •   Network Planning And Design
  •   Network Administration
  •   General Networking
  •   Networking Hardware
  •   Computer Networking
  •   Local Area Networks
  •   Network Infrastructure
  •   OSI Models
  •   TCP/IP
  •   Network Switches
  •   Systems Administration
  •   Network Troubleshooting
  •   System Configuration
  • There are 8 modules in this course

    The journey begins with an introduction to networking basics, including the OSI and TCP/IP models. You’ll then explore Cisco IOS, learning how to navigate and configure network devices. The course also covers transport and network layer concepts, diving deep into IP addressing, subnetting, and different types of network traffic. Hands-on lab exercises and Anki flashcards ensure an interactive learning experience, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with real-world applications. As you progress, you'll master IP addressing schemes, subnetting techniques, and variable-length subnet masking (VLSM), essential for designing efficient networks. You'll gain confidence working with Cisco Packet Tracer, simulating real-world scenarios and troubleshooting network configurations. Each module builds upon the last, ensuring a structured and effective learning path. Designed for aspiring network professionals, IT students, and anyone preparing for the CCNA 200-301 certification, this course is beginner-friendly but requires basic computer knowledge. Whether you're looking to start a career in networking or strengthen your technical skills, this course provides the foundational knowledge to succeed.

    How to Use the Lab Exercises and Anki Flashcards

    Host to Host Communications

    The Cisco IOS Operating System

    OSI Layer 4 - The Transport Layer

    OSI Layer 3 - The Network Layer

    IP Address Classes

    Subnetting

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