Networking and Operating Systems

Network+,   Lesson 2.1: Ethernet  – TestOut

Exam Objectives Covered: 

  • 1.5 Compare and contrast transmission media and transceivers.  

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Overview:

In this lesson, you will identify the components used in an Ethernet network implementation. A standard provides detailed specifications for Physical layer media and interfaces. The Ethernet standard dominates the wired LAN product market. Large and small networks use Ethernet technology to provide both backbone and end user services. Due to the wide deployment of Ethernet today, you will undoubtedly be required to manage and troubleshoot Ethernet networks.  

Text Lessons:

  • 2.1.1 Network Data Transmission 
  • 2.1.2 Ethernet Standards 
  • 2.1.3 Media Access Control and Collision Domains 
  • 2.1.4 100BASE-TX Fast Ethernet Standards 
  • 2.1.5 Gigabit Ethernet Standards 
  • 2.1.6 Fiber Ethernet Standards  

Lab/Activity:

  • 2.1.7 Ethernet Specifications 
  • 2.1.8 Lab: Reconnect to an Ethernet Network 

Quiz/Assessment:

  • 2.1.9 Lesson Review (10 questions) 

Topics Discussed:

  • Why is it useful to categorize network types, appliances, applications, functions, and topologies? 
  • What are the advantages of a client-server network compared to a peer-to-peer network? 
  • How does a logical topology differ from a physical topology? 
  • What do diagrams of point to point, star, and mesh topologies look like?

Assignment:

  1. Access the TestOut Courseware through the provided link.
  2. Study Lesson 2.1: Ethernet, and complete the 2.1.7 Ethernet Specifications activity, the 2.1.8 Lab: Reconnect to an Ethernet Network, and the 10 question 2.1.9 Lesson Review Exam to complete the Section.

Assigned: January 6th, 2025
Teacher Pacing Due Date: January 7th, 2025