Networking and Operating Systems

Network+,  Lesson 1.3: SOHO Networks  – TestOut

 Exam Objectives Covered: 

  • 1.1 Explain concepts related to the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model. . 

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Overview:


The OSI model involves quite a lot of abstraction. As a practical example, it is worth examining how a basic network is implemented. In this topic, you will describe the connection and configuration options for components within a typical small office/home office (SOHO) router. You will also explore some of the organizations responsible for managing the Internet and the various numbering schemes used for network address notation.   

Text Lessons:

  • 1.3.1 SOHO Routers 
  • 1.3.2 Physical Layer Functions 
  • 1.3.3 Data Link Layer Functions 
  • 1.3.4 Network Layer Functions 
  • 1.3.5 Transport and Application Layer and Security Functions 
  • 1.3.6 The Internet 

Text and Video Lesson:

  • 1.3.7 Binary and Hexadecimal 

Lab/Activity:

  • 1.3.8 Lab: Explore a Single Location in a Lab 
  • 1.3.9 Lab: Create a Home Wireless Network 
  • 1.3.10 Lab: Create a SOHO Network 

Quiz/Assessment:

  • 1.3.11 Lesson Review (10 questions) 

Topics Discussed:

  • What separate functions are packed into a typical SOHO router appliance? 
  • How are Internet services provisioned and managed? 
  • What types of numbering schemes are used to represent network addresses? 

Assignment:

  1. Access the TestOut Courseware through the provided link.
  2. Study Lesson 1.3: SOHO Networks  , and complete the 1.3.8 Lab: Explore a Single Location in a Lab, 1.3.9 Lab: Create a Home Wireless Network, 1.3.10 Lab: Create a SOHO Network and the 10 question 1.3.11 Lesson Review quiz to complete the Section.

Assigned: December 9th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: December 10th, 2024