Learning Object ID: 2053 Estimated Time: 00 hr 30 min Description:In this simulation, you will assume the role of Northeast Regional Director of Sales for IpSwitch Components, a seller and service provider of computer networking hardware. Recently, the company decided to experiment with a 360-degree performance feedback system, hoping to replace the traditional manager-level review process. This simulation is based on the SkillSoft series 360-Degree Performance Appraisal and provides links to the following courses: MGMT0151, MGMT0152, and MGMT0153.
Learning Object ID: 16782 Estimated Time: 02 hr 30 min Description:Security and networking are important in the computer world. This trend has only increased as the average person's interaction on the Internet continues to grow. This course examines security concepts and technologies, such as encryption, authentication, firewalls, and malicious content scanners while also examining malicious content types and the preventative measures that can be taken to guard against them. This course also examines network connectivity, including wired and wireless, and the components and communication mechanisms, such as cables, protocols and devices, used in order to allow two or two million computers to communicate with each other and to share information. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the CompTIA 220-701: A+ Essentials exam which is half of the requirement necessary to acquire the CompTIA A+ certification.
Learning Object ID: 17699 Estimated Time: 02 hr 30 min Description:Security and networking are important in the computer world. This trend has only increased as the average person's interaction on the Internet continues to grow. This course examines security concepts and technologies, such as encryption, authentication, firewalls, and malicious content scanners while also examining malicious content types and the preventative measures that can be taken to guard against them. This course also examines network connectivity, including wired and wireless, and the components and communication mechanisms, such as cables, protocols and devices, used in order to allow two or two million computers to communicate with each other and to share information. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the CompTIA 220-701: A+ Essentials exam which is half of the requirement necessary to acquire the CompTIA A+ certification.
Learning Object ID: 18949 Estimated Time: 03 hr 00 min Description:Security and networking are important in the computer world. This trend has only increased as the average person's interaction on the Internet continues to grow. This course examines security concepts and technologies, such as encryption, authentication, firewalls, and malicious content scanners while also examining malicious content types and the preventative measures that can be taken to guard against them. This course also examines network connectivity, including wired and wireless, and the components and communication mechanisms, such as cables, protocols and devices, used in order to allow two or two million computers to communicate with each other and to share information. This course is one of a series in the SkillSoft learning path that covers the objectives for the CompTIA 220-701: A+ Essentials exam which is half of the requirement necessary to acquire the CompTIA A+ certification.
Learning Object ID: 17706 Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:Understanding the methods that computers and network devices use to talk to one another is essential knowledge for IT technicians to have in order to configure and troubleshoot networked environments. This course examines TCP/IP, connectivity and networking issues, connection types, router and firewall configurations, and small office or home office (SOHO) configurations. It also explores troubleshooting network issues using a series of command line tools such as NET, PING, and TRACERT. This course is part of the preparation for the CompTIA A+ 220-702 Practical Application exam which is half of the requirement necessary to acquire the CompTIA A+ certification.
Learning Object ID: 16794 Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:Understanding the methods that computers and network devices use to talk to one another is essential knowledge for IT technicians to have in order to configure and troubleshoot networked environments. This course examines TCP/IP, connectivity and networking issues, connection types, router and firewall configurations, and small office or home office (SOHO) configurations. It also explores troubleshooting network issues using a series of command line tools such as NET, PING, and TRACERT. This course is part of the preparation for the CompTIA A+ 220-702 Practical Application exam which is half of the requirement necessary to acquire the CompTIA A+ certification.
Learning Object ID: 6009 Estimated Time: 01 hr 00 min Description:The AppleTalk Networks test covers AppleTalk networking protocols and troubleshooting of AppleTalk networks. The test is appropriate for individuals who work with AppleTalk Networks, such as individuals who administer or setup AppleTalk networks with multiple zones, routers, or a mixed environment of AppleTalk Phase I and Phase II networks. The test questions range from basic to advanced levels of knowledge.
Learning Object ID: 19106 Estimated Time: 02 hr 00 min Description:Security mechanisms and account management are important parts of creating a secure networking environment. This course examines different authentication services and protocols along with biometric security mechanisms and other access security mechanisms such as tokens and smart cards. This course also examines how LDAP can be used to create security in an environment along with risk reduction mechanisms such as policies for mandatory vacations, job rotation and separation of duties. This course helps prepares the learner to write the CompTIA Security+ Certification SYO-301.
Learning Object ID: 19121 Estimated Time: 01 hr 00 min Description:Projecting a professional image is vital to career success. Knowing how to dress is part of it, but there's much more. It's about demonstrating your best qualities through the attitude you bring to your work. And it's about respecting yourself, your job, your organization, and your coworkers. This course explains how you can show professionalism by your appearance and by following rules of conduct – for example, rules about using cell phones at work or about what you publish on social networking sites, even on your own time. It also offers guidance on the basics of how to communicate in a professional manner. Finally, it helps you recognize and avoid e-mail blunders that could diminish your professional image.
Learning Object ID: 20144 Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:In many organizations, the voice-mail deployment follows the distributed messaging model with multiple single-site messaging systems. With multiple voice-mail systems, each messaging system controls local voice-mail access and communicates with other systems across a messaging backbone that spans all locations. Voice Profile for Internet Mail (VPIM) is one method for communicating between messaging systems. This course describes how to implement voice-mail networking using VPIM.
Learning Object ID: 17816 Estimated Time: 02 hr 35 min Description:To recognize the components and methods of traditional and IP voice networks, the QoS mechanisms used to improve IP network performance, and design voice support for an enterprise network
Learning Object ID: 7980 Estimated Time: 02 hr 35 min Description:To recognize the components and methods of traditional and IP voice networks, the QoS mechanisms used to improve IP network performance, and design voice support for an enterprise network
Learning Object ID: 7981 Estimated Time: 02 hr 50 min Description:To recognize the architecture, functionality, and deployment considerations of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network, and create a high-level unified network design for an enterprise
Learning Object ID: 17817 Estimated Time: 02 hr 50 min Description:To recognize the architecture, functionality, and deployment considerations of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network, and create a high-level unified network design for an enterprise
Learning Object ID: 20146 Estimated Time: 02 hr 30 min Description:In order to design wireless networks it is important to have an understanding of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network architecture and wireless design principles in order to have the necessary guidelines for successful wireless network design. |n |n This course reviews the Cisco Unified Wireless Network including the fundamental architectural concepts and deployment considerations necessary to design a basic Cisco Unified Wireless Network solution. The course also describes wireless networks using controllers; It explains how access points and controllers integrate into enterprise network. The course concludes with useful guidelines for designing wireless networks with controllers for enterprise environments.
Learning Object ID: 19166 Estimated Time: 02 hr 30 min Description:To understand how networks function, it is important to gain a basic understanding of the major components of a network. This course introduces fundamental computer and network components, as well as the characteristics, functions, benefits, metrics, and attributes used to characterize features and performance. This course also introduces the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) and TCP/IP reference models, as well as data communications terms and concepts. Finally, this course introduces the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS) application.
Learning Object ID: 19171 Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:Beyond connecting multiple devices in a network, the networks themselves can be connected. In fact, the Internet is a collection of networks that are connected. The concept of connected networks is a common communication infrastructure in large organizations. Connecting networks with diverse devices, architectures, and protocols requires more sophisticated components than simple LANs. Routers are the devices that are used in this more complex networking environment, and a suite of protocols that is known as TCP/IP governs how data is transmitted. This course describes the functions of routers in connecting networks, and describes how routers transmit data through networks using TCP/IP.
Learning Object ID: 19173 Estimated Time: 02 hr 00 min Description:Understanding the packet delivery process is a fundamental part of understanding how Cisco networking devices work. Once you have an understanding of how data travels in your network, securing and managing your resources is paramount. This course describes the process of packet delivery and then goes on to discuss data security, particularly how this is handled by Cisco’s Router and Security Device Manager. This course then goes on to describe some of the ways resources are managed, such as DHCP for addressing and the use of remote access tools to perform configuration and maintenance tasks.
Learning Object ID: 20169 Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:Cisco virtual private network (VPN) solutions provide an Internet-based WAN infrastructure for connecting branch offices, home offices, business partner sites, and remote telecommuters to all or portions of a company network. With cost-effective, high-bandwidth Internet connectivity that is secured by encrypted VPN tunnels, you can reduce WAN bandwidth costs while increasing connectivity speeds. |n |n By integrating advanced network intelligence and routing, Cisco VPNs reliably transport complex mission-critical traffic, such as voice and client-server applications, without compromising communications quality or security. This course describes the uses of VPNs for site-to-site and remote-user access and the benefits of VPN implementations and the underlying hardware, software, and protocols that are required to configure a VPN solution are also covered. |n |n One of the most common types of WAN connection is the point-to-point connection. Point-to- point connections are used to connect LANs to service provider WANs, and to connect LAN segments within an enterprise network. A LAN-to-WAN point-to-point connection is also referred to as a serial connection or leased-line connection. Wide-area networking services are typically leased from a service provider. Some WAN services operate as Layer 2 connections between your remote locations and are typically provided by a telephone company (telco) provider over its WAN switches. |n |n Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP) emerged as an encapsulation protocol for transporting IP traffic over point-to-point (leased line) serial connections. PPP encapsulation has been carefully designed to retain compatibility with most commonly used supporting hardware. This course describes the operation, configuration, and verification of PPP.
Learning Object ID: 10891 Estimated Time: 02 hr 30 min Description:Cryptographic services form the foundation for many security implementations and provide both confidentiality and integrity of data when that data might be exposed to untrusted parties. Understanding the basic functions of cryptography and how encryption and hashing provide confidentiality and integrity help in the creation of a successful security policy. It is also important to have a good understanding of the issues involved in key management. Cryptographic hashes and digital signatures play a major role in modern cryptosystems, and it is important to have a good understanding of the basic mechanisms of these algorithms and some of the issues that are involved in choosing a particular hashing algorithm or digital signature method. This course provides a primer on the theory of cryptography. It discusses the principles behind symmetric encryption, provides examples of major symmetric encryption algorithms, and examines their operations, strengths, and weaknesses. This course also touches on the major hashing algorithms that use Hashed Message Authentication Code (HMAC), and the digital signature technologies that are widely used in modern computing and networking. It also describes some of the real-world implications of using various algorithms and technologies. The principles behind asymmetric encryption and provides examples of major asymmetric encryption algorithms, including Rivest, Shamir, and Adleman (RSA); Diffie-Hellman (DH); and public key infrastructure (PKI) are also covered. This course is one of a series from the IINS 1.0 SkillSoft learning paths which cover the objectives for Cisco exam 640-553 IINS 1.0.
Learning Object ID: 10893 Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:In technological environments, Internet worms and viruses can spread across the world in a matter of minutes. Without the luxury of time to react, a network needs to be able to instantaneously recognize and mitigate worm and virus threats. A networking architecture paradigm shift is required to defend against these fast-moving attacks. It's no longer possible to contain the intrusions at a few points in the network. Intrusion prevention is required throughout the entire network to detect and stop an attack at every ingress and egress point in the network. The most scalable and cost-effective way to accomplish this is by integrating intrusion prevention systems (IPSs) into the access points of the network. This course provides the knowledge and skills required to configure IPSs on Cisco routers. This course is one of a series from the IINS 1.0 SkillSoft learning paths, which cover the objectives for Cisco exam 640-553 IINS 1.0.
Learning Object ID: 15469 Estimated Time: 02 hr 30 min Description:The primary function of an access point is to provide entry onto a network to wireless clients. However, access points can also be expected to monitor channels to detect rogues or interference, locate devices, or help troubleshoot network issues. As well, access points need to be able to dynamically service legitimate clients as they move from the range of one access point into the range of another. The ability to centrally manage the access points within a network can greatly reduce the load on administrative duties. This course describes the operational modes of access points and explains the concepts behind roaming users. The course also covers some of the common configuration parameters run on a controller as they relate to access points. This course also introduces the Cisco Mobility Express Architecture and explains some of the specific differences between it and the enterprise version of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network solution.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing the Cisco Mobility Express Wireless architecture (Smart Business Communication System – SBCS, Cisco Config Agent – CCA, 526WLC, 521AP – stand-alone and controller-based); describing the modes of controller-based AP deployment (local, monitor, HREAP, sniffer, rogue detector, bridge); describing roaming (Layer 2 and Layer 3, intra-controller and inter-controller, mobility groups); configuring the basics of a stand-alone access point (no lab) (Express setup, basic security); and describing RRM.
Learning Object ID: 15183 Estimated Time: 02 hr 00 min Description:The Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) is a tool that helps to centralize, and therefore simplify, the administration of wireless networks. The WCS can manage multiple access points and controllers as well as offer enhanced monitoring and security. WCS also includes tools for wireless LAN (WLAN) planning and design, RF management, location tracking, Cisco Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), and WLAN systems configuration, monitoring, and management. This course describes the process of adding controllers to the Cisco WCS and managing and configuring network devices with WCS. The course also explains how to understand and use maps to provide a graphical representation of the wireless network either for planning or documentation purposes. Also covered are techniques for using WCS for monitoring various network components, and personalizing the Cisco WCS home page.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing the configuration of controllers and APs (using the Configuration tab, not templates); the configuration and use of maps in the WCS (add campus, building, floor, maps, position AP); and using the WCS Monitor tab and alarm summary to verify the WLAN operations.
Learning Object ID: 15185 Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:The Cisco Wireless Control System (WCS) is an optional network component that works in conjunction with lightweight access points (APs), controllers, and the Cisco Wireless Location Appliance. With Cisco WCS, network administrators have a single interface for managing the wireless network. This course introduces the Cisco WCS and the Cisco WCS Navigator and explains the installation and administration of WCS. It also covers the hardware requirements for WCS and describes related licensing procedures. This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing the key features of WCS and Navigator (versions and licensing); and installing/upgrading WCS and configuring basic administration parameters (ports, O/S version, strong passwords, service vs. application).
Learning Object ID: 15285 Estimated Time: 02 hr 00 min Description:Depending on the size of a wireless network, the number of deployed access points (APs) can run from a single AP to thousands on a single campus. As WLANs get bigger and the number of devices grows, management can go from cumbersome to nearly impossible. Cisco's Unified Wireless Network architecture provides a means to centralize configuration of APs. Service Set Identifier (SSID) configuration, power level, and channels can be automatically configured by a central control point. This course explains the basics of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network architecture, its operation, benefits, and components. In addition, it provides an overview of the primary Cisco APs and WLAN Controllers used in deployment. This course also describes Cisco's wireless LAN controller, its hardware and configuration. The course also covers how lightweight access points (APs) associate and communicate with wireless LAN (WLAN) controllers to obtain software, configurations, and to access centralized management.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing the basics of the Cisco Unified Wireless Network architecture, including Split MAC, LWAPP, stand-alone AP versus controller-based AP, and specific hardware examples and describing controller-based AP discovery and association using OTAP, DHCP, DNS, Master-Controller, Primary-Secondary-Tertiary, and n+1 redundancy.
