TCP-IP

This series introduces TCP/IP concepts and is designed to help users prepare for the MCSE Exam 70-59. An overview of using TCP/IP with several different operating systems is provided, including a discussion of the OSI reference model, networking, and TCP/IP models. A detailed explanation of the TCP/IP Application layer and how data is processed is also provided, including discussion of data delivery and routing. The installation, configuration, and management of Microsoft TCP/IP, IIS, and other network services is explored, along with printing services and DHCP. NetBIOS name resolution methods are examined, as well as the DNS Server. Advanced topics covered in this series include managing DNS and TCP/IP, file transfer, interactive and printing utilities, Network Monitor, SNMP, Performance Monitor, RAS hardware, PPTP, and various troubleshooting strategies.

Syllabus

INTRODUCTION TO TCP/IP CONCEPTS

Provides an overview of the use of TCP/IP with several different operating systems. The relationships between the OSI reference, Microsoft networking, and TCP/IP models are discussed. This leads into a detailed explanation of the TCP/IP Application layer and how data is processed.

• TCP/IP Overview
• Using TCP/IP and IP Addresses
• Introduction to Microsoft Networking
• The TCP/IP Model
• The TCP/IP Application Layer

DATA DELIVERY AND ROUTING

Provides an overview of the processes involved in routing and delivering data through the TCP/IP Transport and Internet layers.

• The Transport Layer
• The Internet Layer
• IP Datagrams
• What is Subnetting
• What is Routing

MICROSOFT TCP/IP AND IIS

Provides instruction on the installation, configuration, and management of Microsoft TCP/IP, the Internet Information Server (IIS), and other network services.

• Microsoft TCP/IP Services
• Testing the TCP/IP Configuration
• Internet Information Server
• Configuring the HTTP Server (WWW Server)
• Advanced WWW, FTP and Gopher

PRINTING SERVICES AND DHCP

Provides instruction on the installation, configuration, and management of printing services and the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).

• Printing with Windows NT
• TCP/IP Printing Services
• Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
• Leases
• Managing Leases and DHCP Servers
• Configuring DHCP

NAME RESOLUTION AND WINS

Provides a detailed description of the NetBIOS Name Resolution methods. Additionally, it provides instruction on the installation, configuration, and management of Windows Internet Name Services (WINS) servers and clients.

• NetBIOS Name Cache, LMHOSTS, and Broadcast
• NetBIOS Name Server, HOSTS, and DNS Server
• Order of NetBIOS Name Resolution
• Introduction to WINS
• Installing WINS Server and Clients
• Introduction to WINS Server Manager
• Configuring WINS Servers
• Managing WINS Servers
• Scavenging and Replicating the WINS Database

INTRODUCTION TO DNS SERVER

Provides an overview of the Microsoft Browser Services and the Domain Name System (DNS). It shows users how to configure the Microsoft DNS Server and use database files.

• The Browsing Process
• Browsing Multiple Subnets
• Domain Name System
• Internet Domain Space
• DNS Name Resolution
• Configuring Microsoft DNS Server
• Database Files

MANAGING DNS AND TCP/IP

Shows a user how to manage and operate the Microsoft Domain Name System (DNS) Server and multiple resources. It provides instruction on which utility to use to connect to TCP/IP-based UNIX host for file transfer, interactive, and printing utilities.

• Initiating the DNS Server
• Configuring DNS Server
• Managing Multiple DNS Servers
• Operating DNS Server
• File Transfer Utilities
• Interactive and Printing Utilities

UTILITIES FOR MONITORING TCP/IP

Shows an administrator how and when to use the various troubleshooting utilities, Network Monitor, and the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

• Troubleshooting Utilities
• More Troubleshooting Utilities
• Network Monitor: Installing
• Network Monitor: Capturing Frames
• Network Monitor: Capture Filters
• Network Monitor: Examining Data
• SNMP

PERFORMANCE MONITOR AND RAS

Shows an administrator how to use Performance Monitor and how to configure the Remote Access Service (RAS).

• Performance Monitor
• Using RAS
• Dial-up Networking
• Using Dial-up Networking
• RAS as a Router and Server

PPTP AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Shows an administrator how to configure Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP), identify and troubleshoot TCP/IP connectivity and service problems, as well as designing a TCP/IP intranetwork.

• Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)
• Identifying a TCP/IP Problem
• Troubleshooting Tools and Utilities
• TCP/IP Connectivity and Service Problems
• TCP/IP Troubleshooting Scenarios
• Planning a TCP/IP Intranetwork
• Selecting Services for a TCP/IP Intranetwork

Qualifications

Qualification: Printable Transcript

On completion of this course you may print a transcript off as evidence of your progression throughout the course.

Requirements for Entry

There is no experience or previous qualifications required for enrolment on this course. It is available to all students, of all academic backgrounds.

Study Options

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Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 40 hrs.