Networking Essentials – From Basics to Advanced

Master the fundamentals of computer networking with a strong focus on security concepts. Understand how networks operate, how data flows between devices, and how attackers exploit weaknesses at different network layers.

This course combines theoretical networking knowledge with hands-on labs, helping you analyze network traffic, understand protocols, and build a solid foundation for cybersecurity and network defense roles.

What You Will Learn

• Networking fundamentals and common protocols from a security perspective
• Internet Protocol (IP), IP addressing, and security risks related to IP
• Routing concepts and their impact on network security
• Link-layer devices and how switches and routers affect traffic flow
• TCP & UDP behavior and their role in network-based attacks
• Firewall concepts and basic traffic filtering techniques
• DNS fundamentals and common DNS security issues
• Network traffic analysis using Wireshark

Who This Course Is For

• Beginners who want to understand networking for cybersecurity
• Students starting a career in Cyber Security or Ethical Hacking
• IT and networking learners who want security-oriented knowledge

Course Features

• Hands-on networking labs with real traffic analysis
• Practical security-focused networking exercises
• Clear explanations of how attacks target network layers
• Strong foundation for advanced security and SOC courses
• Certificate of completion