In this learning activity you'll observe how computers operate in a client-server network operating system and consider the advantages and disadvantages of such a system.

In this learning activity you'll examine a systematic method for converting a decimal number (base 10) into a binary number (base 2).

In this learning activity you'll explore how to reduce electromagnetic interference (EMI) and crosstalk between adjacent wires.

In this learning activity, you’ll explore how routers use routing tables to move data packets from their origin to their destination.

In this learning activity you'll explore how VPN is used to create a secure connection between two networks.

In this learning activity you'll examine how firewalls block viruses by discussing trusted, semi-trusted, and untrusted networks.

In this learning activity you'll explore why the FTP protocol is often used to transfer data across the network and more importantly, why it should not be.

Fibre Channel storage area networks can play a pivotal role in the performance of cloud computing. This learning activity

will explain the benefits, components, and some basic configurations of fibre channel networks.

In this learning activity you'll explore the physical construction and operation of single-mode and multi-mode fiber-optic cables used in networking.

In this activity you will learn the benefits of SSH, Secure shell, versus plain FTP.

Learners view animations showing how hubs and switches work in local area network configurations.

In this learning activity you'll use the Spanning Tree Protocol to correctly set up a loop-free Ethernet local area network.

In this learning activity you'll examine how routers transfer data between local area networks and the Internet.

In this learning activity you'll identify various types of unshielded twisted pair cables and their networking connectors.

In this learning activity you'll examine how computers operate in a peer-to-peer network operating system.

The learner will understand how to set up a Virtual Private Network (VPN) using a home computer network.

In this learning activity you'll identify Man-in-the-middle attacks and discuss how they affect network security.

In this learning activity you'll examine a stateful packet inspection firewall that keeps track of legitimate Internet service requests, also known as dynamic packet filtering.

In this interactive activity, learners insert the router terms that each acronym stands for. Each of the acronyms is formed from the key letters in a term that relates to routers.

In this learning activity you'll explore how port scanning is commonly used by hackers to infiltrate a network and how IT security professionals can detect it.

In this learning activity you'll examine the RG ratings, networking applications, and types of connections for various coaxial cables.

In this learning activity you'll examine how a data file is broken into packets and transmitted over the Internet.

In this learning activity you'll identify TCP and UDP port states and how they behave during interaction.

In this learning activity you'll solve three binary subtraction problems using the 2's complement method.

In this learning activity you'll explore the IPv4 IP address scheme and the planned conversion to IPv6.