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Understanding Wireless Principles.

In our interconnected world, wireless networking is crucial for seamless communication between devices. For Cisco CCNA candidates, mastering wireless principles is vital for understanding network design, security, and management. On this page we explore essential wireless concepts, including nonoverlapping Wi-Fi channels, SSID, encryption, and the basics of virtualization, particularly virtual machines. I. Nonoverlapping Wi-Fi Channels Wi-Fi networks operate… Read More »

Network Interconnectivity – Physical Interface and Cabling Types.

Physical Interface and Cabling Types refers to the ways in which different devices on the network connect to each other physically, as well as the types of cables used for these connections. This includes the physical ports, connectors, and cables that are used to establish a connection between devices such as computers, routers, and other networking equipment. Physical… Read More »

Understanding the Characteristics of Network topology Architectures.

Network topology architectures refer to the overall layout or structure of a computer network. Different network topology architectures have their own characteristics that define how devices are interconnected and how data flows within the network. Below are examples of Network Topology Architectures including 2 tier, 3 tier, Spine-leaf, WAN, Small office/home office (SOHO), and On-premises and cloud. i.… Read More »

What is a Wireless Access Point?

Wireless Access Point Explained. A wireless access point (WAP) is a networking device that enables wireless-capable devices to link to a wired network. A wireless access point acts as a central hub for connecting various wireless devices such as laptops, smartphones, and tablets to the local area network (LAN) without the need for physical cables. This allows users… Read More »

Understanding Interswitch Connectivity.

Interswitch connectivity involves connecting multiple switches to form a larger network, allowing devices connected to different switches to communicate as if they were on the same switch. This process relies on several key concepts: trunk ports, 802.1Q, and native VLAN. a. Trunk Ports Trunk ports are switch ports configured to carry traffic for multiple VLANs (Virtual Local Area… Read More »