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Networking Fundamentals

Networking Fundamentals: Develop the networking skills required to pass the Microsoft MTA Networking Fundamentals Exam 98-366

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Networking Fundamentals

Differentiating between Internets, Intranets, and Extranets

As technology moves more and more toward providing us with a completely interconnected world, there is an ever-increasing demand for IT professionals who are skilled in networking to plan, implement, and maintain these networks. The world of networking is vast and ever-evolving, meaning that IT professionals need to keep their skill set up to date. By understanding the fundamentals of networking, you will be forming a solid foundation that you can build your skills upon and will be in a better position to support your infrastructure.

This chapter focuses on identifying the key characteristics of internets, intranets, and extranets, allowing you to differentiate between each of them. It will also serve as an introduction to security mechanisms such as Virtual Private Networks (VPN), security zones, and firewalls.

The following...

Technical requirements

To complete the exercises in this chapter, you will need a PC or virtual machine running Windows 7 or above (preferably Windows 10) with a working network connection.

Understanding a network

Before we dive into this subject in detail, I think it is important to actually define what actually constitutes a network. Network is one of those terms that is used often but when you ask someone to describe it, they can't without being vague.

For the purpose of this book, I will define a network as a set of two or more endpoint devices that communicate with each other through a shared medium. You will notice that I refer to endpoint devices and avoid the use of the terms computer and servers. While it would not truly be incorrect to describe them as such, these terms tend to narrow down an individual's train of thought. We'll look at this in the following activity.

Activity 1: Make a list of all the devices you can think of that are networked in some way.

I would envisage that your list included at least PCs, servers, and laptops. At one...

Introduction to basic security features

With all of this interconnectivity, it is important that we protect our networks and the data held within them. At this stage, I would like to introduce you to some of the following basic security technologies that we can utilize to protect our networks:

  • Firewalls
  • DMZ
  • VPN

Firewalls

Firewalls are arguably one of the best methods of protecting your computer, yet very few people understand them. I would suggest the reason for this is because Microsoft does a pretty good job of implementing firewalls within their Windows operating systems (OSes). Windows Firewall has been part of the OS since its introduction in Windows XP Service Pack 2, and over time, its functionality has increased...

Microsoft security zones

Despite its name, the Internet Options settings within the Windows OS also applies to the intranet. These options are accessible through the control panels of all the recent versions of Windows:

Figure 1.19: Internet Options in Windows 10

Alternatively, we can access them through the settings of the Internet Explorer browser, as shown in the following screenshot. Oddly, its successor, Microsoft Edge, doesn't have the same functionality. Regardless of the version of Windows being used, the options we will discuss are the same:

Figure 1.20: Internet Options via Internet Explorer
Exam tip: Be familiar with both methods of accessing these options. Any questions around this topic may have either or both in the answer set.

The Internet Options settings allow you to configure security levels separately for each of the four zones: Internet, Local intranet...

Summary

In this chapter, we discussed the minimal requirements that are needed to form a network. We highlighted how networks had grown away from the traditional idea of connecting personal computers together and moved toward the interconnectivity of a whole range of items. We introduced the concept of internets, intranets, and extranets while highlighting the subtle difference between internets and the Internet. Then, we went on to describe some of the basic security concepts involved in a network. Firewalls were discussed as a means of regulating traffic in and out of our network. Then, we covered demilitarized zones, or perimeter networks, and their use of providing public access to a subset of an organization's infrastructure. Next, VPNs and their implementation were introduced. Finally, we listed the security zones that are available in Windows operating systems and...

Questions

1. Which of these refers to the connectivity between different external networks?

(A) VPN
(B) Intranet
(C) Internet
(D) DMZ

2. Which of these does not allow us to identify a device on the network?

(A) Virtual port number
(B) IP address
(C) MAC address
(D) Hostname

3. Replace the underlined word in the following statement with the correct word(s). If you believe the statement is already correct, then select No change is required:
A DMZ allows or denies network traffic based on a set of rules.

(A) VPN
(B) Internet
(C) Firewall
(D) No change is required

4. Which of these technologies allows you to securely connect to a private network over an insecure network?

(A) Extranet
(B) DMZ
(C) Firewall
(D) VPN

5. Which of the following devices would you most likely position within a DMZ?

(A) Domain controller
(B) DHCP server
(C) Print server
(D) Web server

6. What is the default security...

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A network is a collection of computers, servers, mobile devices, or other computing devices connected for sharing data. This book will help you become well versed in basic networking concepts and prepare to pass Microsoft's MTA Networking Fundamentals Exam 98-366. Following Microsoft's official syllabus, the book starts by covering network infrastructures to help you differentiate intranets, internets, and extranets, and learn about network topologies. You’ll then get up to date with common network hardware devices such as routers and switches and the media types used to connect them together. As you advance, the book will take you through different protocols and services and the requirements to follow a standardized approach to networking. You’ll get to grips with the OSI and TCP/IP models as well as IPv4 and IPv6. The book also shows you how to recall IP addresses through name resolution. Finally, you’ll be able to practice everything you’ve learned and take the exam confidently with the help of mock tests. By the end of this networking book, you’ll have developed a strong foundation in the essential networking concepts needed to pass Exam 98-366.

Who is this book for?

If you’re new to the IT industry or simply want to gain a thorough understanding of networking, this book is for you. A basic understanding of the Windows operating system and your network environment will be helpful.

What you will learn

  • Things you will learn:
  • Become well versed in networking topologies and concepts
  • Understand network infrastructures such as intranets, extranets, and more
  • Explore network switches, routers, and other network hardware devices
  • Get to grips with different network protocols and models such as OSI and TCP/IP
  • Work with a variety of network services such as DHCP, NAT, firewalls, and remote access
  • Apply networking concepts in different real-world scenarios
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Table of Contents

22 Chapters
Section 1: Network Infrastructure Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Differentiating between Internets, Intranets, and Extranets Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Understanding Local Area Networks Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Understanding Wide Area Networks Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Understanding Wireless Networking Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Network Topologies - Mapping It All Out Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 2: Network Hardware Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Switches and Switching - Forwarding Traffic on a Local Network Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Routers and Routing - Beyond a Single Network Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Media Types - Connecting Everything Together Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 3: Protocols and Services Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Understanding the OSI Model Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Understanding TCP/IP Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Understanding IPv4 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Understanding IPv6 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Understanding Name Resolution Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Network Services Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Section 4: Mock Exams Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
Mock Exam 1 Chevron down icon Chevron up icon
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The book is well written and practical, however, as it's focused on the Microsoft MTA Networking Fundamentals Exam 98-366 that is no longer supported by Microsoft it doesn't offer much use as a textbook.
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Well explained and easy to understand.
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Alot of good info. Hope I pass.
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Did not include enough material for me to be successful on the mta exam..after one deep study read through, I recieved a 44 out of 100. My second test I recieved a 58. I have not attempted a third time as the materials the book covers did not match what was asked on the test.
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I bought it "kindle" version, and yeah it helps. I'm doing my masters and it has helped me to have a better understanding and also it's more down to earth not super technical.
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