This course equips you with the advanced skills needed to secure and optimize modern networks. Starting with EtherChannel, you'll learn how to improve bandwidth efficiency through load balancing and multi-path connections. The course also covers important protocols like StackWise and Layer 3 EtherChannel, which ensure high performance and network redundancy. You’ll get hands-on experience configuring and troubleshooting these technologies, giving you the practical skills to manage complex network environments.
Network Security and Optimization
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Network Security and Optimization
This course is part of Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified Specialization
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Intermediate level
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12 hours to complete
3 weeks at 4 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Configure and optimize EtherChannel to enhance bandwidth efficiency and load balancing.
Implement and analyze advanced switch security techniques, including ACLs, DHCP snooping, and port locking.
Apply and integrate SSH, AAA, and security best practices to safeguard network infrastructure.
Manage and evaluate NAT, PAT, and IPv6 routing to improve network scalability and performance.
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October 2024
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There are 8 modules in this course
In this module, we will introduce EtherChannel, a technique for link aggregation, teaching you how to configure it for increased bandwidth and redundancy in Cisco environments.
What's included
7 videos2 readings
In this module, we will focus on securing Cisco switches, introducing features like port security, DHCP snooping, and other techniques to prevent unauthorized access to your network.
What's included
8 videos
In this module, we will dive into Access Control Lists (ACLs), covering how to configure and apply them to filter traffic and improve the overall security of your network.
What's included
7 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will cover Network Address Translation (NAT), its role in managing IP addresses, and how to configure both static and dynamic NAT to optimize network efficiency.
What's included
9 videos
In this module, we will introduce IPv6, explaining its advantages over IPv4, how to configure IPv6 addresses on Cisco devices, and set up static routing for IPv6.
What's included
11 videos
In this module, we will explore WAN technologies, including leased lines, MPLS, and VPNs, and how to choose the appropriate WAN topology for large and distributed networks.
What's included
8 videos1 assignment
In this module, we will dive into the security threat landscape, focusing on how firewalls, IDS/IPS, and cryptography can be used to protect your network from external threats.
What's included
10 videos
In this module, we will cover Cisco device security, focusing on features like privileged exec, SSH, and AAA, to ensure the security of your Cisco network devices.
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11 videos1 reading2 assignments
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can preview the first video and view the syllabus before you enroll. You must purchase the course to access content not included in the preview.
If you decide to enroll in the course before the session start date, you will have access to all of the lecture videos and readings for the course. You’ll be able to submit assignments once the session starts.
Once you enroll and your session begins, you will have access to all videos and other resources, including reading items and the course discussion forum. You’ll be able to view and submit practice assessments, and complete required graded assignments to earn a grade and a Course Certificate.