PC Networking in 9 hrs + Hands-on

Introduction:

This course will introduce the basic concept of networking for novices who wish to connect their PCs together. It will help participants to master the skills they need to setup their own Local Area Network, LAN to share information, equipment and even Internet connection. There will be hands-on practices to setup and configure the network.

Objective:

On completion, participants will be able to:

• Purchase the right network equipment
• Add network adapters into your PC
• Network your computers and other devices together
• Configure and navigate your network
• Share information and equipment in the network
• Protect the Local Area Network
• Share Internet Connection

Teaching Approach:

There will be brief lecture presentation interspersed with examples, demonstration and hands-on exercises. Case Studies will be used to reinforce participants learning of the topics covered.

Who Should Attend:

This course is for computer users who already have general understanding of computer and Microsoft Windows. Mainly meant for:

• People who want to connect their computers together
• Owners or Managers of small businesses who want to network few PCs together to share files.
• Computer users who are curious about home networks
• Home or Small business users who have a few computers, but only one Internet Connection. How can they share the Internet connection to enable every PC to access Internet?

Requirements:

You should preferably completed:

• PC DIY in 9 hrs + Hands-on
• PC Preparation in 9 hrs + Hands-on

or have practical networking experience

Course Outline

Introduction to Networking

Make your own Network Wiring

Setting up a LAN

• Why you need one
• What you will need
• Where can you get it?
• How much will it cost?
• How should it be setup?

Sharing files and devices (ie. Printers)

Sharing Internet Connection

Protecting your network

Having some fun with your network