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Set Up TCP/IP Networks

Design your first TCP/IP network and discover the network simulation tool Cisco Packet Tracer in this 3-stage course: create, configure and add DHCP and DNS.
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8 hours
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Video streaming, emails, social media. You must have already used at least one of these services. In your opinion, what do they have in common? Answer: You access them via the internet. The internet is a vast network that connects billions of devices. 

In this course, you’ll learn how to create your own computer network and use the network simulation tool Cisco Packet Tracer. You’ll also learn the OSI and TCP/IP models, both key concepts in networking.

If you want to understand the fundamentals of computer networks and the internet, come and join me on this course!

Learning outcomes

  • Create physical network architectures
  • Configure a network to enable communication
  • Optimize a network by adding services

Requirements

Tools required: The simulation tool Cisco Packet Tracer, which will allow you to design virtual network architecture. We will go through the install process during the course. 

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Instructor

Kevin Moran

Kevin is a practiced IT professional with over 10 years experience in a wide range of technologies.

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Last updated: 1/23/2025
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Systèmes & Réseaux

Set Up TCP/IP Networks

Easy
8 hours
Free-access course