Network Installation Fundamentals

This online course, Network Installation Fundamentals, is your steppingstone to a rewarding career in network technology. By the end of this course, you will be able to understand basic network client management, explain the role of network connection media, and describe the role of virtualization in enterprise networking.

Perfect for beginners with no experience, this course provides a comprehensive introduction to network installation, one of the most in-demand skills in the networking field. You don't need a college degree program; you simply need the right technical skills. This course will help you develop these competencies.

You'll learn the basics of network installation, including configuring network clients and understanding the role of data centers, virtualization, wide area networks (WANs), cloud computing and internet of things (IoT). This hands-on course provides practical knowledge and real-world experience, not just theory.

This course is part of the broader CompTIA a+_ network specialization. After completing all three courses within this specialization, you will have gained the foundational skills and knowledge necessary to progress to more advanced networking training. This comprehensive learning path is designed to equip you with the prerequisite understanding needed to confidently begin training for CompTIA Network+ certification, setting the stage for your success in the networking field.

As of 2023, there will be over 135,900 networking job postings in the United States, many requiring the highly-respected CompTIA Network+ certification - and these are top-paying jobs. The CompTIA Salary Calculator and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) show that networking professionals in the United States earn an annual median salary of $90,520. This is 95% higher than the median national wage for all occupations.

• Module 1: Network Client Fundamentals
• A computer's operating system (OS) provides interfaces that allow a user to operate the computer. As a network specialist, you need to use administrative interfaces to perform tasks that ordinary users are not permitted to do, such as installing and uninstalling apps. Most desktop computers and laptops run the Microsoft Windows operating system. The lessons in this module will help you to operate Windows and use basic management tools to report system status and configure the computer. You will also expand your understanding of basic networking protocols.
• Module 2: Local Network Types
• Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks are an important starting point for understanding network basics. Enterprise networks are the IT infrastructure used by midsize and large organizations, and they are everywhere in the modern IT field. In this module you will learn about larger networks by identifying network appliances and their uses, and by understanding the basics of network cable management.
• Module 3: Other Network Types
• Modern organizations rely on specialized networks. In this module you will learn about the way dedicated network data centers, virtualization technology, and the cloud all work together to meet evolving business needs.