This takes a look at the need for networks. Having identified the range of customer requirements that need network technology, these requirements are systematically examined to identify what they would need of a network. These would include the ability to handle and/or provide different data types.
This takes a look at origins and development of IP. Topics covered: What IP was designed to do, Strengths and weaknesses of IP, IP and the OSI 7 Layer Model, Operational concepts of IP, The Internet Vs. intranets/extranets/COINs, IP standards and RFC's, Who are RIPE, IETF, IEEE, IAB, Etc.
This takes a look at the market for VOIP. Topics covered: Cost savings, Risks of convergence, IP the convergence technology the markets demand, Meeting the VOIP challenge, VOIP standards and RFC’s, It doesn’t stop at voice…Full multimedia delivery, anywhere any how.
Introduction to network security. Topics covered: Motivations commit security breaches, Common network vulnerabilities, Inherent weaknesses of IP, Vulnerabilities of connecting to the Internet.
This takes a look at the need for migration. Topics covered: Inherent weaknesses of IPv4, Features of IPv6, Why after over 10 years of hype are we now taking IPv6 seriously, Current motivators for migrating.
This takes a look at MPLS essentials. Topics covered: Principles of MPLS, Structure of MPLS, Overview of Label Distribution Protocols, and label distribution processes.
