Networking Basics
Cisco's free intro to computer networking
A free, self-paced Cisco Networking Academy course for absolute beginners. Covers how networks operate, network components and devices, wireless and mobile networks, building a home network, network media, the access layer, IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, DHCP, routing, and network application services. Includes 13 hands-on labs and earns an official Cisco digital badge.
Computer ScienceFreebeginner22 hours
Submitted by @yahianaimRoadmap (7 steps)
1
Communication in a Connected World
2 hours#Network Types#Data Transmission#Bandwidth & Throughput
2
Network Components & Connections
3 hours#Clients & Servers#Network Components#ISP Connectivity Options
3
Wireless & Mobile Networks
2 hours#Wireless Networks#Mobile Device Connectivity
4
Build a Home Network
3 hours#Home Network Basics#Wireless Standards#Set Up a Home Router
5
Communication Principles & Network Media
3 hours#Protocols & Standards#Network Communication Models#Media Types
6
Internet Protocol & Addressing
5 hours#IPv4 Address Structure#Network Segmentation#IPv6 Addressing#DHCP
7
Application Layer & Network Testing
4 hours#DNS & Web#Email & Messaging#Troubleshooting Commands#Final Exam