CompTIA Network+ Series: Data Link Layer
Product Code: NETP04 Time: 2.0 hour(s) CEUs: Available

Summary:

This course provides an overview of IEEE 802.x specifications. This course then discusses in depth the three most common specifications: 802.2, 802.3 and 802.5.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Identify which networking functions take place at the Data Link layer
  • Define the IEEE 802.x specifications
  • Explain the use of bridges
  • Describe, in detail, the Logical Link Control protocol (IEEE 802.2)
  • Describe, in detail, the Ethernet protocol (IEEE 802.3)
  • Describe, in detail, the Token Ring protocol (IEEE 802.5)

Topics:

  • Bridges
  • IEEE 802.x Specifications
  • IEEE 802.2 Logical Link Protocol
  • IEEE 802.3 Ethernet Protocol
  • CSMA/CD Data Frame Format
  • CSMA/CD Functionality
  • Ethernet Network Examples
  • IEEE 802.5 Token Ring Protocol
  • Token Ring Frame Format
  • MAC Layer Addressing

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 98, NT, 2000, or XP. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher required. (5.5 or higher for MindLeaders Central) Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Sound card, with speaker or headphones is recommended, but not required to play the courses. Macromedia Flash Player 7.0 (Note: We do not recommend or support installation of the Yahoo toolbar.) JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

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