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You will be provided with a detailed, technical introduction to the problem of routing and switching data packets in computer networks and to the design and implementation of Local Area Networks using routers and switches. A particular feature of the module is that it closely follows the programme for CCNA 2 of Cisco’s Networking Academy programme.
The main topics you will engage with on this module include:
1. Basic and advanced IP addressing.
2. Switches, switching concepts and switch configuration. Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).
3. Virtual LANs (VLANs) and VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP).
4. Introduction to the role of routers and routing in modern computer networks.
5. An introduction to network security.