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Describe the operation of data networks

Describe in general terms the basic functionality and key differences for
Describe the purpose and functions of various network devices 1 1 the following hardware: LAN Switch, Router, Modem, Wireless Access
Points
Select the components required to meet a given network specification 1
Use the OSI and TCP/IP models and their associated protocols to explain
1 1 TCP/IP Stack versus the OSI Model
how data flows in a network
Describe common networking applications including web applications 1
Describe the purpose and basic operation of the protocols in the OSI and
1 1 TCP/IP Stack versus the OSI Model
TCP models
Describe the impact of applications (Voice Over IP and Video Over IP) on a
1
network
Interpret network diagrams 1
Determine the path between two hosts across a network 1 1 Path Determination

Describe the components required for network and Internet communications 1 1 LAN and WAN components

Identify and correct common network problems at Layers 1, 2, 3, and 7 using

1
a layered model approach
Differentiate between these layer 2 technologies: Ethernet, Fast Ethernet,
Differentiate between LAN/WAN operation and features 1 1
Gigabit Ethernet, Serial, ATM, ISDN, DSL, Optical, etc
Implement a small switched network
Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect
1 1 Examining LAN cabling
switches to other network devices and hosts
Explain the technology and media access control method for Ethernet
1 1 Examining LAN cabling
technologies
Explain network segmentation and basic traffic management concepts 1 Extending a LAN with a switch or router
Explain the operation of Cisco switches and basic switching concepts 1 1 Extending a LAN with a switch
Perform, save, and verify initial switch configuration tasks, including remote
1 1 Managing IOS configurations using different connections
access management

Know how to use and interpret the following commands:

– show version
– show flash:
– show slot x:
– show runnning-config
Verify network status and switch operation using basic utilities, including ping, – show startup-config
1 1
traceroute, Telnet, SSH, arp, and ipconfig, SHOW & DEBUG commands – show ip interface brief
– ping
– copy startup-config running-config / copy running-config startup-config
– enable
– show interface x
– show diag

Implement and verify basic security for a switch (port security, deactivate
1
ports)

Identify, prescribe, and resolve common switched network media issues,

1 1 Examing common network problem at Layer 1 and 2
configuration issues, autonegotiation, and switch hardware failures

Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP services to meet network

requirements for a small branch office
Describe the need and role of addressing in a network and create and apply
1 1 Understanding IP addressing and subnets
an addressing scheme to a network
Assign and verify valid IP addresses to hosts, servers, and networking
1 1 Describe what an IP address and subnet is
devices in a LAN environment
Explain the basic uses and operation of NAT in a small network connecting to
1
one ISP
Describe and verify DNS operation 1

Describe the operation and benefits of using private and public IP addressing 1

Enable NAT for a small network with a single ISP and connection using SDM
1
and verify operation using CLI and ping
Configure, verify and troubleshoot DHCP and DNS operation on a router,
1
including CLI/SDM
Implement static and dynamic addressing services for hosts in a LAN
1
environment
Identify and correct IP addressing issues 1
Implement a small routed network
Describe basic routing concepts, including packet forwarding and router
1 1 Extending a LAN with a router
lookup process
Describe the operation of Cisco routers, including router bootup process,
1 1 Exploring the Cisco device boot-up process
POST, and router components
Identify the following cabling:
– Ethernet (for example, cross-over, straight , and so on)
– RJ-11
Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect – Fiber (for example, SC, ST, FC)
1 1
routers to other network devices and hosts – BNC
– Serial (for example, RJ-45, RS-232, V.35, Smart Serial, and so on)
– Power (AC and DC)
– Cisco console cable (rollover cable)
Configure, verify, and troubleshoot RIPv2 1
Describe the different operating modes for Cisco software:
– User EXEC Mode
Access and utilize the router CLI to set basic parameters 1 1 – Privileged EXEC Mode
– Global Configuration Mode
– ROM Monitor Mode or rommon
Connect, configure, and verify operation status of a device interface 1 1 Understanding the Cisco Device interface status
Verify device configuration and network connectivity using ping, traceroute,
1 1 Managing Cisco IOS Configurations using different connections
telnet, SSH or other utilities
Perform and verify routing configuration tasks for a static or default route
1
given specific routing requirements

Manage IOS Configuration files, including save, edit, upgrade, and restore 1 1 Managing Cisco IOS Configurations using different connections

Manage Cisco IOS Images 1 1 Managing Cisco IOS Images

Implement password and physical security 1

Verify network status and router operation using basic utilities, including: ping
1 1 Using show, arp, ping, telnet, SSH, and ipconfig commands
traceroute, telnet, SSH, arp, ipconfig, and SHOW & DEBUG commands

Explain and select the appropriate administrative tasks required for a

WLAN
Describe standards associated with wireless media, including IEEE WI-FI
1
Alliance, and ITU/FCC
Identify and describe the purpose of the components in a small wireless
1 1 Wireless components and topology
network, including SSID, BSS, and ESS
Identify the basic parameters to configure on a wireless network to ensure
1
that devices connect to the correct access point
Compare and contrast wireless security features and capabilities of WPA
1
security, including open, WEP, and WPA-1/2
Identify common issues with implementing wireless networks 1
Identify security threats to a network and describe general methods to
mitigate those threats
Explain today's increasing network security threats and the need to implement
1
a comprehensive security policy to mitigate the threats
Explain general methods to mitigate common security threats to network
1
devices, hosts, and applications
Describe the functions of common security appliances and applications 1
Describe security recommended practices, including initial steps to secure
1
network devices
Implement and verify WAN links
Differentiate between these Layer 2 technologies: Ethernet, Fast
Describe different methods for connecting to a WAN 1 1
Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet, Serial, ATM, ISDN, DSL, Optical, and so on
Configure and verify a basic WAN serial connection 1 1 Examing WAN Connectivity