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: 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: 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: 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 TagsNULL 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 TagsNULL 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 TagsNULL 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 TagsNULL 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.
Learning Object ID: 15187 TagsNULL Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:The technology behind sending wireless signals includes antennae, which are needed to transmit RF signals, and spread spectrum technologies, which include the protocols involved in sending wireless frames. This course describes the different types of antennae used in wireless implementations. It outlines the principles behind antenna technology, and discusses how to chose the right antenna based on where and how you want the signal to be received. This course also explains spread spectrum technologies, including Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and orthogonal frequency-division multiplexing (OFDM), as well as the various modulation types used with each. In addition, the issues linked to channel overlaps and channel reuse are explored.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing the basics of spread spectrum technology including modulation, DSSS, OFDM, channels reuse and overlap, and describing WLAN RF principles including antenna types and RF gain and loss.
Learning Object ID: 15471 TagsNULL Estimated Time: 02 hr 30 min Description:A number of configuration tools exist to aid in the setup and administration of wireless clients on common operating systems, for example NetworkManager under Linux, the Mac AirPort configuration utility, and Windows Wireless Zero Configuration (WZC). Cisco also provides their own client configuration tools that can be installed on an administrator's computer. This course describes the default configuration tools found on common operating systems that allow a user to detect wireless LANs and create basic profiles. It also explains the Cisco software used for client configuration, including Aironet Desktop Utility (ADU), the Aironet Site Survey Utility (ASTU), and the Cisco Aironet Client Administration Utility, as well as the Cisco Secure Services Client that provides IEEE 802.1X user and device authentication. In addition, the course introduces the Cisco Compatible Extensions (CCX) Program, which is a widely supported Cisco program that allows wireless clients to benefit from Cisco innovations. This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing client OS WLAN configuration (Windows, Apple, and Linux.) and basic CSSC; installing Cisco ADU; and describing the Cisco Compatible Extension program.
Learning Object ID: 15287 TagsNULL Estimated Time: 02 hr 00 min Description:While the 802.11x standard is most prevalent in today's wireless environments, it is also important to have a working knowledge of non-802.11 wireless technologies and their impact on WLANs. Understanding the principles behind wireless frame exchange, whether 802.11x or nonstandard frames, is key to installing and troubleshooting wireless networks efficiently, and knowing the tools used to support these activities is just as important. This course provides the basics needed to understand which frames can be expected, what their role is, and what their speed will be in order to quickly detect when a portion of a dialog is failing. This course follows the end-to-end journey of the wireless frame, and also describes the impact of nonstandard wireless technologies on Wi-Fi networks.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing the spread spectrum technology CSMA/CA; describing the impact of various wireless technologies such as Bluetooth, WiMAX, ZigBee, and cordless telephones on WLANs; describing networking technologies used in wireless, such as trunking interfaces and 802.1q trunking; and describing the management, control, and data frame types.
Learning Object ID: 10904 Estimated Time: 02 hr 00 min Description:Wireless network deployment has exploded in recent years. The use of wireless devices went quickly from early adoption in sites where cabling was difficult or impossible, to widespread use in home networks. The change was rapid due to the ease of use of wireless routers and other equipment. With improvements in security and performance, wireless networks have moved into many mainstream business LANs. With new and better standards and equipment in development all the time, growth is virtually unlimited. This course introduces wireless networks, examining where they are used and what kinds of wireless networks can be built. The evolution of wireless technology, wireless topology categories, and wireless networks types, such as ad hoc and infrastructure are discussed, along with some basic wireless devices. This course also explores WLAN radio frequency (RF) principles and RF mathematics, to provide an explanation of how the radio waves used in wireless networks function.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing wireless topologies (IBSS, BSS, ESS, Point-to-Point, Point-to-Multipoint, basic Mesh, bridging); describing networking technologies used in wireless (SSID, WLAN_ID, Interface, VLAN, 802.1q trunking); and describing WLAN RF principles (refraction, reflection, etc.).
Learning Object ID: 15189 TagsNULL Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:In order to send information wirelessly, devices must make use of the radio frequency (RF) spectrum. Rules regarding what transmit power is allowed in specific frequencies differ between regions. In order to allow for interoperability between regions, a common set of rules, or protocols, for sending information is needed for vendors to follow when designing their wireless devices. This course describes wireless regulation bodies, such as the IEEE and Wi-Fi Alliance, as well as code regulatory bodies such as the FCC and ETSI. The 802.11 family of protocols, which govern wireless operation, is also covered.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing wireless regulatory bodies, standards and certifications such as FCC, ETSI, 802.11a/b/g/n, and Wi-Fi Alliance.
Learning Object ID: 15473 TagsNULL Estimated Time: 02 hr 30 min Description:Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) authentication and encryption mechanisms are vast improvements over early implementations of wireless security. Given the variety of ways EAP and WPA can be used in a wireless environment, it is important to understand their strengths and weaknesses, in order to decide which will work best in a given network situation. This course describes the different flavors of EAP as well as the two generations of Wi-Fi Protected Access – WPA and WPA2. The course also provides the information necessary to be able to configure wireless security on Cisco controllers and clients.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing and configuring authentication methods (Guest, PSK, 802.1X, WPA/WPA2 with EAP-TLS, EAP-FAST, PEAP, LEAP); describing and configuring encryption methods (WPA/WPA2 with TKIP, AES); and describing and configuring the various sources of authentication (PSK, EAP-local or -external, Radius).
Learning Object ID: 15191 TagsNULL Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:Troubleshooting wireless networks presents a unique set of challenges. Unlike wired LAN users, wireless clients are mobile and their relative position within a building is often the most likely culprit in connectivity issues. However, positioning isn't the only factor that can keep clients from connecting to access points. In an ever-changing RF environment, the connection quality from a fixed location may change over time. Proper maintenance of the wireless infrastructure can help prevent many issues, and good troubleshooting practices can make the detection process much more efficient when problems do arise. This course explains the procedure and reasoning behind controller backup and code upgrade. Design and site survey considerations are also covered, along with descriptions of many of the common and useful troubleshooting tools and techniques.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE) exam objectives for identifying basic WLAN troubleshooting methods for controllers, access points, and client methodologies; and understanding RF deployment and troubleshooting issues. As well, the course covers the objectives for using the WLC and WCS troubleshooting tools.
Learning Object ID: 15193 TagsNULL Estimated Time: 01 hr 30 min Description:Early security for wireless communication was weak, as the IEEE 802.11 standard was designed for ease of deployment in residential homes instead of in enterprise environments. With the widespread adoption of wireless networks by businesses, better protection of data and the ability to authenticate users was required. Thanks to improvements in security protocols, today's wireless networks are as secure, if not more secure, than wired networks. This course provides an overview of WLAN security and shows the steps required to ensure privacy in wireless networks as well as some of the advanced features that Cisco networks have to increase wireless network security. This course also explains the configuration of basic WLAN security and describes centralized WLAN authentication.
This course maps to the 640-721, Implementing Cisco Unified Wireless Networking Essentials (IUWNE), exam objectives for describing 802.11 authentication and encryption methods including Open, Shared, 802.1X, EAP, TKIP, AES, LEAP, PEAP, AES, WPA/WPA2, TKIP, PSK, EAP-local or -external, and RADIUS.
Learning Object ID: 6591 Estimated Time: 01 hr 00 min Description:This non-version specific test is designed to test knowledge of Cisco networking technologies. Topics include hardware, configuration, protocols, troubleshooting and networking theory. This test is appropriate to administer to those with a networking background.
