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Network fundamentals

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Network basics

I can explain the benefits and drawbacks of computer networks and how they are implemented as peer-to-peer models.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

Types of network

I can describe how devices operate in a client–server network and explain the purpose of different types of networks.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

Network hardware and MAC addresses

I can describe how network hardware and MAC addresses are used in local area networks.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

Network topologies

I can describe and compare different network topologies, including their advantages and disadvantages.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

Wired networks

I can describe how wired networks are connected using different types of transmission media.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

Wireless networks

I can describe how wireless networks work and what advantages and drawbacks they have.

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1 Worksheet

2 Quizzes

1 Video

Network addressing

I can explain how different types of network addressing are combined to enable devices to communicate on a network.

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2 Quizzes

1 Video

Network performance

I can explain the factors affecting network performance.

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1 Worksheet

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1 Video

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