Objective:

Students will be able to:

• Distinguish between wired and wireless interfaces and explore the different options of each interface.
• Identify different networking tools.
• Apply their knowledge of wired and wireless interfaces to determine which best fits a user’s needs.

Standards:

CompTIA Tech+ FC0-U71 Objective:
2.5 – Compare and contrast common types of input/output device interfaces.

• Networking
  • Wired
    • Ethernet connector (RJ45)
    • Fiber connector small form-factor pluggable (SFP)
  • Wireless
    • Bluetooth
    • Near-field communication (NFC)
    • 802.11X
  • Networking devices and tools
    • Crimpers
    • Cable testers

Guiding Question:

How do wired and wireless interfaces impact networking?

Resources:

• Lesson 2.5.1 – Input Output Interfaces.pptx Presentation available on Google Classroom

Assignment:

1. Read the 2.5.1 – Input Output Interfaces.pptx presentation in today’s class.
2. Complete the Student Handout 2.5.1 – Input Output Interfaces Check for Understanding activity using the materials provided in Google Classroom.

Assigned: January 9th, 2026
Teacher Pacing Due Date: January 12th, 2026