CCNA: Network Security, Automation, and Troubleshooting

Overview

To round out your skills in network administration, in this course, you'll explore network-security fundamentals like passwords, Layer 2 security, wireless security, and remote-access security. You'll also be introduced to automation and programmability as it pertains to making network administration more efficient and effective. Finally, you'll engage in troubleshooting for each of the prior areas of concern, ensuring that you can adequately address any networking problems that might arise. This is the third and final course in a multi-course Specialization. All of the courses in this Specialization are meant to be used alongside the optional Boson NetSim® labs, which are sold separately on the Logical Operations store: https://store.logicaloperations.com/cisco-solutions-implementation-and-administration-ccna-200-301-lab-environment.html. Use of these labs is optional, although they are highly recommended due to the significant benefit that hands-on practices brings to the learning experience.

Syllabus

Security Fundamentals

A fundamental responsibility of almost every IT technician or administrator is to protect network users, devices, and data from security attacks. This lesson provides you with an introduction to network security on Cisco® networks.

Automation and Programmability

Today's networks are becoming increasingly more complex to manage and monitor. Technological advancements in automation, controller-based networking, and programming all help to address these complexities so that your network can provide the services that users need.

Troubleshooting Network Issues

No matter how carefully you plan and manage a network, there will be issues that affect network (and therefore, organizational) performance and operations. Identifying tools and guidelines for troubleshooting network issues can provide you with a body of knowledge that will prove invaluable to you in the field.