CISCO Networking Academy

Network Support and Security

Develop your network troubleshooting and user access control skills to begin your career in technology.

Achievements

Badges you can earn in this course.
 

Overview

If you’re pursuing a career in IT, a support help desk role is often the first step for aspiring network technicians. This course introduces you to the fundamentals of network and user support, providing a strong foundation for a successful career in networking.

Begin by learning how to diagnose and document issues related to endpoints, networks, and users. Progress to working effectively within a help desk team, troubleshooting network and endpoint problems. Finally, gain skills to remotely support users and access networks.

By completing this course, you’ll acquire the knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in IT support roles.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Network Support
  • Introduction
  • Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Methodologies
  • Network Documentation
  • Help Desks
  • Troubleshoot Endpoint Connectivity
  • Troubleshoot a Network
  • Troubleshoot Connectivity Remotely
  • Network Support Summary
  • Introduction
  • Common Threats
  • Deception
  • Cyber Attacks
  • Wireless and Mobile Device Attacks
  • Application Attacks
  • Cybersecurity Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attacks Summary
  • Introduction
  • Security Foundations
  • Access Control
  • Defending Systems and Devices
  • Antimalware Protection
  • Firewalls and Host-Based Intrusion Prevention
  • Secure Wireless Access
  • Network Security Summary