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TCP/IP Fundamentals
on-demand course

TCP/IP Fundamentals

with Michael J Shannon
December 2018
Beginner
8h 17m
English
Cisco Press
Closed Captioning available in English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional)

Overview

8+ Hours of Video Instruction

Overview

TCP/IP Fundamentals LiveLessons provides more than 8 hours of video learning that encompasses an in-depth exploration of the foundational concepts of the TCP/IP protocols as used today in modern enterprise and cloud provider networking. This course is specifically geared toward younger adult learners as well as individuals who are transitioning into a new career in information

It is a great first taste into networking and internetworking, and serves as a great prequel to any Network+ or CCNA-type course. The course offers a clear and easily digestible introduction and explanation of the protocols, services, and behaviors of the modern TCP/IP implementation. Michael Shannon uses slides, interactive board work, and whiteboards and provides several demonstrations of the technology on modern Windows, Linux, and Amazon Web Service environments.

Michael J. Shannon has more than 25 years of IT and information system experience working as an employee, contractor, and consultant for companies like MCI, Platinum Technologies, Fujitsu, IBM, State Farm, MindSharp, Skillsoft, and of course Pearson. He is uniquely qualified to provide detailed explanations to help you understand exactly what is happening under the hood when accessing the Internet, whether it’s using a corporate PC, laptop, mobile device, or even your web-enabled alarm!

This course is a great first step in the process for entry-level IT certifications such as CompTIA Network+, A+, Cisco CCNA, Juniper, PAN, and cloud services like Google Cloud Platform and Amazon Web Services.

About the Instructor

Michael J. Shannon began his IT career when he transitioned from recording studio engineer to network technician for a major telecommunications company in the early 1990s. He soon began to focus on security and was one of the first 10 people to attain the HIPAA Certified Security Specialist. Throughout his 30 years in IT he has worked as an employee, contractor, and consultant for numerous companies, including Platinum Technologies, Fujitsu, IBM, State Farm, MindSharp, Pearson, and Skillsoft.

Skill Level

Beginner/entry-level

What You Will Learn

  • A complete overview of all TCP/IP fundamentals
  • About ground-level Internet technology and general networking

Who Should Take This Course

The target audience for this course consists of anyone who wants to learn about the foundation of the Internet and the World Wide Web. It is a great introductory course and an excellent tool for individuals who are making a career change into Internet technology and need a visually stimulating primer.

Course Requirements

None

About Pearson Video Training

Pearson publishes expert-led video tutorials covering a wide selection of technology topics designed to teach you the skills you need to succeed. These professional and personal technology videos feature world-leading author instructors published by your trusted technology brands: Addison-Wesley, Cisco Press, Pearson IT Certification, Prentice Hall, Sams, and Que. Topics include IT Certification, Network Security, Cisco Technology, Programming, Web Development, Mobile Development, and more. Learn more about Pearson Video training at www.informit.com/video.

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Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9780135450161