Computer network training is one of the latest gateways to jump into the competitive IT world. Network is a media for computers to communicate with each other by sending files, instant messages and other information. This is accomplished through LAN (Local Area Network) and WAN (Wide Area Network). Nowadays, many companies use networks of computers to run their operations smoothly. So, computer networking is a good job option. Basically, there are two main networks, namely Microsoft and Novell.
Specialized degree and certificate network training programs are available through several institutions, schools and online coaching. Many schools conduct training courses as part of regular programs and vocation courses. Some of these schools have labs outside the classroom that students can attend during designated hours. Online training courses allow students to take their courses anytime, anywhere. In addition, you can purchase training courses individually or bundled, available on CD-ROM. Each regular training program extends from six months to one year.
Each networking training course comprises fundamental programs about the working plans of network, wiring and the types of software installed in computers. Normally, these basic courses run just for a few weeks. Students learn about workstations, servers, their functions, and different types of networking such as client server and peer to peer.
After the fundamental program, the training moves gradually toward the next higher part. In this phase, students can learn about individual systems and their differences. Many schools divide this phase into two operating systems, for Novell and Microsoft. Students can take either one or both. Each operating system course normally extends up to 3 months. But some schools concentrate on one system. Practical procedures such as installing workstation software, installing server software, wiring and finally, making a simple computer network are involved.
The students are prepared for the certification exams. The examination has a number of practice tests. Most centers allow their students to continue the training until they have passed the exams.
By: Ken Marlborough
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Home Based Business Network System – Lesson 1
February 10th, 2010
If you are planning to run your own home based business then you will need to set up a home network. You will need a computer, a printer, then a copier and as your business grows you will find out that you need more and more sophisticated equipment to automate and make your home based business not only easier to manage but also a pleasant experience, something that you enjoy to do.
So what is a home network?
It is simply the computer network that you have in your home. In other words the computers, equipments and all the accessories that you connect together form your home network.
For your home based business network, you will need cables or radio beams to make the connection from one computer or equipment to another. These two basic options make up the difference between what is called a cabled or wired network versus a wireless network.
Cable connection used to be the primary way of connecting your network but with advances in technology it is now cheaper and less clumsy to create a wireless network.
When using cable connections, there are junctions called nodes that can be in the form of computers, switches or routers.
Switches.
They provide a place to plug the cables and therefore allow physical connections between communicating computers and other equipments.
Routers.
Routers on the other hand perform a similar purpose but with more functions and capabilities. For instance routers have the ability to connect multiple networks together and at the same time route traffic intelligently between them, something that the switches can not be able to perform.
Computers.
Computers have become very sophisticated as time passes by. Most computers now days perform these functions by themselves without the need of using external switches and routers.
Software within the computer system can use the network cards in each computer, with a simple switch in between, to allow communication between them. If your needs are fairly simple then computers by themselves can be the cheapest and easiest way to create a Home based business network.
Home Based Business Network System.
But again if on the other hand you home based business network is fairly advanced and requires more complicated connection then definitely you will need routers and some switches.
Let me also point out here that there are also other possible components you will need in order to fully set up your home network. Familiar devices that go under the general name of peripherals are often part of the home network, for instance you might need a printer, fax or scanner among multiple computers.
Also for your home based business network you will need to include a firewall. This is a software/hardware that allows the passage of information sent by trusted sources, but blocks other types of data from being send or received from other non trusted sources.
It is essential that you home based business network system stay protected by using a firewall. The good thing is that most routers if not all typically contain some inherent firewall functions.
Lesson 2 on home networking continues tomorrow.
By: Joseph Nyamache
How To Connect To A Wired Network At Home, Work, Or School
February 5th, 2010
Connecting to a wired Network requires you to do several things. Read the instructions so they can be easier to understand as you perform the task step by step. If you are in school or just have several computers in your home and need to connect them all to a wired network you will first plug the Ethernet cable into your computer and into the network port in the wall or in a mini hub.
Turn the computer on and open your web browser. From there you should be redirected to a registration page. Follow the sign up steps on the screen. Restart your computer and you should be good to go. Many colleges and schools have this system set up for students and teachers so they can be connected to the internet while in their dorms, classrooms, or other locations round the campus.
The necessity for internet service and computers in schools seems to be much greater today because computers are a wave of the future. They are used in every business today and the necessity will only increase so it is very important that everyone learn how to use the computer and to use the computer to write essays, term papers, etc. Setting up a computer and getting connected to the Internet can be a daunting task if you are not familiar with a computer.
There are new technological devices being introduced everyday so it can be very stressful if you know nothing about it. It may be a good idea to get a friend or professional computer expert help you to make sure you can be connected. There are a lot of technical terms used that can be very hard to understand if you are not knowledgeable about a computer.
If in doubt, get some help from someone who knows what they are doing. It is better to ask for help than to mess something up and have it cost you more in the long run. It is not shameful to ask for help. Most people do not know all of the tech words or their meanings when it comes to the computer and network. That is why some people go to school just to learn all about the computer. There is a need for educated computer experts so they can help those who do not understand all of that technical stuff. There are more people who do not understand it than those who do. We are all learning everyday and will not stop learning because new advances in technology will not allow it. It is an ongoing education we all need if we are going to be able to keep up. We all can learn from each other.
By: Gregg Hall
