Course Duration
5 Days
Microsoft
Authorized Training
IT
Course cost:
was £3,780
£1,661
IT Certification Overview
This 5 Day course provides an overview of the fundamentals of Networking and Security in Information Technology Networked environments. The first three days cover the Networking concepts, with the remaining two days covering Security.
Target Audience
This course is designed for those with no Network or Security field experience. Those that may be considering a career in the Networking or Security areas would find this knowledge beneficial, before moving on to more detailed study and certifications.
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I had absolutely no experience in this field, but Newto Training recognised my potential and supported me every step of the way. The real-life scenarios were invaluable in making me job-ready.
The tutors at Newto are consistently patient, clear and more than willing to help. I couldn't have asked for a better learning environment.
From day one I felt welcomed and supported. The live sessions were interactive and the resources well thought-out. I passed my exam on the first attempt thanks to them.
I was nervous about switching careers but the practical approach and continual 1-to-1 support gave me the confidence I needed to succeed."
The training material was excellent, and the instructors really brought the subject to life with hands-on lab work. I feel fully prepared for the workplace."
What impressed me most was the flexibility and responsiveness of the support team. Whenever I had a question, they were there even outside of normal hours.
The course structure was superb. A great mix of theory and practice delivered at a pace that made sense even for beginners. Highly recommended.
Switching into IT felt overwhelming, but Newto Training made the journey manageable and quite enjoyable. Their coaching style is top class.
I particularly appreciated the way complex topics were broken down into manageable chunks, and the tutor actively encouraged questions at every stage.
The live-taught interactive classes set Newto apart from other providers. It wasn't just video-based learning and the real engagement made all the difference.
I had absolutely no experience in this field, but Newto Training recognised my potential and supported me every step of the way. The real-life scenarios were invaluable in making me job-ready.
The tutors at Newto are consistently patient, clear and more than willing to help. I couldn't have asked for a better learning environment.
From day one I felt welcomed and supported. The live sessions were interactive and the resources well thought-out. I passed my exam on the first attempt thanks to them.
I was nervous about switching careers but the practical approach and continual 1-to-1 support gave me the confidence I needed to succeed."
The training material was excellent, and the instructors really brought the subject to life with hands-on lab work. I feel fully prepared for the workplace."
What impressed me most was the flexibility and responsiveness of the support team. Whenever I had a question, they were there even outside of normal hours.
The course structure was superb. A great mix of theory and practice delivered at a pace that made sense even for beginners. Highly recommended.
Switching into IT felt overwhelming, but Newto Training made the journey manageable and quite enjoyable. Their coaching style is top class.
I particularly appreciated the way complex topics were broken down into manageable chunks, and the tutor actively encouraged questions at every stage.
The live-taught interactive classes set Newto apart from other providers. It wasn't just video-based learning and the real engagement made all the difference.
The cyber course exceeded my expectations. They've been on hand for everything and are constantly in touch with me
The resources provided were spot on and the teaching style made everything easy to understand. I particularly appreciated the extra help offered when needed.
Enrolling with Newto was one of the best decisions I've made. The job-readiness focus, strong teaching and excellent support all stood out.
I completed my SQL course and now feel confident in my skills. The real-world examples and supportive tutors made it all click.
I've just passed my AZ-900 exam thanks to the support received from Ken in the boot camp and his exam preparation sessions.
I've gained a qualification and the confidence to use it in real-world scenarios.
Their commitment to student success is obvious from the personalised guidance to the quality of delivery. I'd recommend them without hesitation.
Every tutor I encountered was professional, encouraging and keen to see me succeed. That personal touch made a big difference.
I'm now in a role I once thought was out of reach, thank you to the all the team
The bootcamps were excellent, we were given practical projects to complete and I feel so much more confident with my coding skills
The cyber course exceeded my expectations. They've been on hand for everything and are constantly in touch with me
The resources provided were spot on and the teaching style made everything easy to understand. I particularly appreciated the extra help offered when needed.
Enrolling with Newto was one of the best decisions I've made. The job-readiness focus, strong teaching and excellent support all stood out.
I completed my SQL course and now feel confident in my skills. The real-world examples and supportive tutors made it all click.
I've just passed my AZ-900 exam thanks to the support received from Ken in the boot camp and his exam preparation sessions.
I've gained a qualification and the confidence to use it in real-world scenarios.
Their commitment to student success is obvious from the personalised guidance to the quality of delivery. I'd recommend them without hesitation.
Every tutor I encountered was professional, encouraging and keen to see me succeed. That personal touch made a big difference.
I'm now in a role I once thought was out of reach, thank you to the all the team
The bootcamps were excellent, we were given practical projects to complete and I feel so much more confident with my coding skills
Prerequisites
This is an introductory level course so prior knowledge of the course content is not required, but experience of the fundamentals of computing and computer hardware would be desirable. Knowledge of configuring a computers’ settings and accessing the command line tools would be useful, but not essential.
Learning Objectives
This course is designed to introduce the core concepts underlying how computers communicate, including the configuration settings required, the hardware required and how it operates. It includes cloud-based services that many networks and businesses are coming to rely on. The Security section will introduce core concepts, terminology and implementation of Security in the areas of the computer itself and the network it’s connected to.
Networking and Security Fundamentals Course Content
Networking Fundamentals
Ch 1 : OSI Model Overview
- OSI Model
- TCP/IP Model
Ch 2 : Concepts of a Network
- Types of Network
- Topology
- Media Access
- Wireless Connectivity
Ch 3 : Networking Subsystem
- Lan Media Types
- Network Interface Cards
- MAC Address
- IP Address
Ch 4 : OSI Higher Order
- Explain the Host to Host Layer function
- Explain Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) concepts
- Describe the Transmission Control Protocol
- Describe the User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
- Describe the differences between TCP and UDP
Ch 5 : IPv4 Protocol & Addressing
- Binary & Hexadecimal
- IP Addresses
- Classful & Classless Addressing
- Subnetting
- Public & Private Addresses
- NAT
Ch 6 : IP Routing
- Describe routing principles
- Explain Static and Dynamic routing
- Explain Routing Information Protocol
- Explain Open Shortest Path First
Ch 7 : IPv6
- Describe IPv6 as a Protocol
- Describe IPv6 Address Types
- Describe IPv6 Address Compression
Ch 8 : Network Services
- Describe DHCP
- Describe DNS
- Describe Email
- Describe Web Services
- Describe Active Directory
Ch 9 : Cloud Services
- Describe Virtualisation
- Describe Containerisation
- Describe XaaS Terminology
- Describe Cloud Technology
Ch 10 : Wide Area Network Connectivity
- Describe Packet Switching vs Circuit Switching
- Describe current WAN Technologies
Security Fundamentals
Ch 11 : Security Concepts
- CIA Triad
- AAA Triad
Ch 12 : Encryption
- Uses of Cryptography
- Cryptography Terminology
- Symmetric & Asymmetric Encryption
- Data Encryption
- Mobile Device Security
- Transport Encryption
Ch 13 : Network Security Overview
- Wired Security
- Wireless (Wi-Fi) Security
Ch 14 : Operating System Security
- Accounts
- File System Security
- Malware
- NTFS
- EFS
- Bitlocker
- Understanding Malware
- Preventing Infection
- Removing Malware
Ch 15 : Network Security
- Firewall
- VLAN
- IDS / IPS
- Perimeter Network (formerly DMZ)
Ch 16 : Physical Security Overview
- Physical Security
- Detection Systems
- Disposal of Paper Documents
- Disposal of Data
- Power Supply Issues
Networking and Security Fundamentals Dates
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