CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 1, 2nd Edition

Chapter 2

Fundamentals of Ethernet LANs

This chapter covers the following exam topics:

1.0 Network Fundamentals

1.1 Explain the role and function of network components

1.1.b Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches

1.2 Describe characteristics of network topology architectures

1.2.e Small office/home office (SOHO)

1.3 Compare physical interface and cabling types

1.3.a Single-mode fiber, multimode fiber, copper

1.3.b Connections (Ethernet shared media and point-to-point)

Most enterprise computer networks can be separated into two general types of technology: local-area networks (LANs) and wide-area networks (WANs). LANs typically connect nearby devices: devices in the same room, in the same building, or in a campus of buildings. In contrast, WANs connect ...