Who is this course for?

This course is for aspiring network administrators, IT professionals, and anyone involved in the design, maintenance, and troubleshooting of networks. It is also suitable for individuals pursuing certifications in networking or those looking to expand their knowledge of modern network services and routing techniques.

How long does it take to complete the course?

The course is designed to be completed in approximately 10 hours. Depending on your experience level, you may take additional time to practice with hands-on labs and exercises.

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If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.

What will I get when I enroll?

Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.

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Advanced Networking Services and Routing

Advanced Networking Services and Routing

This course is part of The World of Computer Networking: Your CCNA starts here Specialization

Instructor: Packt - Course Instructors

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Advanced level

Recommended experience

1 week to complete

at 10 hours a week

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Understand the role of routers and routing tables in complex networks
Configure dynamic routing protocols for efficient data management
Implement NAT and DHCP for network address management
Utilize VPNs to ensure secure communication across remote networks

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A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This advanced course covers key networking services and routing concepts, providing a deeper understanding of how modern networks operate. You will explore routing techniques, dynamic protocols, and the role of multiple routers in complex networks, along with how routers make routing decisions and utilize different routing tables. We will also dive into network address translation (NAT), DHCP, and DNS, explaining how they support network management and domain name resolution. You’ll understand the importance of VPNs for secure communication, learn about IP packet transmission, and the differences between static and dynamic routes. Ideal for IT professionals and network engineers, this course requires foundational networking knowledge. By the end of the course, you will be able to configure dynamic routing, use NAT for efficient IP management, implement DNS for network resolution, and ensure secure communications with VPN technologies.

In this module, we will explore the core concepts of routing, focusing on the role of routers in directing network traffic. You will learn about routing tables, static and dynamic routes, and how multiple routers interact in complex networks. We’ll also cover real-world examples of IP packet transmission, including security considerations and routing decisions.

What's included

32 videos1 reading1 assignment1 plugin

32 videosTotal 157 minutes

Introduction1 minute
Responsibilities of the Router2 minutes
Routing Table5 minutes
Routing Between Two Networks4 minutes
Overview of End-to-End Internet Protocol (IP) Packet Transmission with an Example2 minutes
End-to-End Internet Protocol (IP) Packet Transmission - Part 17 minutes
End-to-End Internet Protocol (IP) Packet Transmission - Part 25 minutes
End-to-End Internet Protocol (IP) Packet Transmission - Part 34 minutes
Summary of End-to-End Internet Protocol (IP) Packet Transmission Example1 minute
Multiple Routers2 minutes
Static versus Dynamic Routes3 minutes
Default Routes2 minutes
Matching a Default Route3 minutes
Default Routes Usage10 minutes
Understanding How Routers Make Routing Decisions8 minutes
Dynamic Routing Protocols5 minutes
Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR)4 minutes
Summary of Routes5 minutes
Private Internet Protocol (IP) Addresses4 minutes
Autonomous System (AS)2 minutes
Autonomous System Number (ASN)2 minutes
Resolving a Public Internet Protocol (IP) Address to Autonomous System Number (ASN)3 minutes
Interior Gateway Protocol (IGP) versus Exterior Gateway Protocol (EGP)2 minutes
Distance Vector versus Link State Routing Protocols11 minutes
Filtered Routes in Border Gateway Protocol (BGP)1 minute
Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) Prefix Lists6 minutes
Multiple Route Paths2 minutes
Routing Protocol Metrics4 minutes
Equal-cost Load Balancing3 minutes
Routing through Multiple Routers9 minutes
Using the Traceroute Utility to Trace the Path to Remote Servers6 minutes
Summary13 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Introduction to the Course 'Advanced Networking Services and Routing'10 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Routing - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Understanding Routing and Packet Transmission in TCP/IP Networks15 minutes

In this module, we will introduce Network Address Translation (NAT) and its crucial role in conserving IP addresses and enabling connectivity between private and public networks. You’ll learn about different NAT types and explore how NAT modifies IP addresses. Practical demonstrations will guide you through configuring NAT on a wireless router.

What's included

10 videos1 assignment1 plugin

10 videosTotal 54 minutes

Introduction0 minutes
Need for Network Address Translation (NAT)7 minutes
Types of Network Address Translation (NAT)2 minutes
Working of Network Address Translation (NAT)4 minutes
Static Network Address Translation (NAT)6 minutes
Dynamic Network Address Translation (NAT)2 minutes
Dynamic Port Address Translation (PAT)11 minutes
Static Port Address Translation (PAT)7 minutes
Checking Network Address Translation (NAT) Settings on a Wireless Router6 minutes
Summary4 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Network Address Translation (NAT) - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Understanding NAT and Its Types in Networking15 minutes

In this module, we will dive into DHCP and DNS, two critical components of modern networking. You will understand how DHCP automatically assigns IP addresses to devices and how DNS resolves domain names into IP addresses. We’ll explore the DNS query resolution process and analyze DNS records using tools like nslookup.

What's included

30 videos1 assignment1 plugin

30 videosTotal 125 minutes

Introduction1 minute
Network Configuration Parameters of the Hosts2 minutes
Working of Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)13 minutes
Analyzing Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Using Wireshark10 minutes
Need for Domain Names3 minutes
Domain Name1 minute
Uniform Resource Locator (URL)5 minutes
Uniform Resource Locator (URL) Ports and Fragments6 minutes
Domain Name Levels2 minutes
Fully Qualified Domain Name (FQDN)1 minute
Domain Name System (DNS) in a Nutshell3 minutes
Working of Domain Name System (DNS) between Client and Server3 minutes
nslookup Utility3 minutes
Analyzing a Domain Name System (DNS) Query and Response8 minutes
Facts about Domain Names2 minutes
Domain Name System (DNS) Registrars and Domain Name System (DNS) Registries3 minutes
Types of Domain Name System (DNS) Registry Servers4 minutes
Responsibilities of Domain Name System (DNS) Servers3 minutes
Domain Name System (DNS) Registry versus Library2 minutes
Structure of a Domain Name System (DNS) Registry versus Library5 minutes
Getting Information about Domain Names5 minutes
Domain Name System (DNS) Query Resolution Process5 minutes
Types of Domain Name System (DNS) Records2 minutes
Domain Name System (DNS) Records of Your Domain6 minutes
Domain Name System (DNS) Query Resolution Caching Process4 minutes
Domain Name System (DNS) Query Resolution Round Robin Process2 minutes
Reverse Domain Name System (DNS) Query Resolution Process4 minutes
Working of the Reverse Domain Name System (DNS) Query Resolution Process2 minutes
Setting up the Type of Query Using Extended nslookup3 minutes
Summary1 minute

1 assignmentTotal 15 minutes

Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) and Domain Name System (DNS) - Assessment15 minutes

1 pluginTotal 15 minutes

Understanding DNS and DHCP Protocols15 minutes

In this module, we will explore Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and how they enable secure communication over the internet. You’ll learn how VPNs work by encrypting data and masking IP addresses for private browsing. We’ll also cover the differences between HTTP and HTTPS protocols and examine VPNs' role in bypassing website restrictions.

What's included

7 videos1 reading3 assignments

7 videosTotal 63 minutes

Introduction to the VPN Section4 minutes
Communication in the Network14 minutes
Purpose of the DNS5 minutes
HTTP and HTTPS Protocols7 minutes
Blocking of the Connections to the Websites7 minutes
How VPN Works16 minutes
VPN Summary7 minutes

1 readingTotal 10 minutes

Conclusion to the Course ' Advanced Networking Services and Routing'10 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes

Full Course Practice Assessment15 minutes
VPN - Virtual Private Networks - Assessment15 minutes
Full Course Assessment60 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

Advanced Networking Services and Routing is a course that focuses on the advanced concepts of routing and networking services. It covers the role of routers, dynamic and static routing methods, network address translation (NAT), and essential network protocols such as DHCP, DNS, and VPNs. The course also dives deep into advanced routing protocols, including Border Gateway Protocol (BGP) and concepts like load balancing and redundancy, equipping learners with practical skills to design and manage complex networks.

This course is highly relevant because efficient routing and networking services are fundamental to modern IT infrastructure. As businesses increasingly rely on cloud services, secure connections, and scalable networks, understanding how routers function, how to configure network services, and how to troubleshoot network issues is crucial for network administrators, IT professionals, and anyone involved in network management.

The "Advanced Networking Services and Routing" course provides a comprehensive exploration of routing, network address translation (NAT), DHCP, DNS, and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). It introduces advanced concepts such as dynamic routing protocols, NAT types, BGP, and the workings of VPNs for secure remote communication. Additionally, the course covers hands-on techniques like analyzing routing paths and managing DNS queries, offering learners the tools to understand and implement network services effectively.

Upon completing this course, you will be able to configure and manage routers and routing protocols, troubleshoot network issues, implement network address translation (NAT), and efficiently use DHCP and DNS in networking. You will also gain the expertise to set up and configure VPNs, ensuring secure communication across public networks. This course will equip you with the knowledge to design and manage scalable, secure networks.

No prior advanced networking experience is required, but a basic understanding of computer networking concepts, such as IP addressing and network topologies, would be beneficial. This course is ideal for individuals who already have foundational networking knowledge and are looking to deepen their expertise in routing, network services, and security protocols.