This course covers the terminology and theory of local area networks. Special emphasis is placed on the hardware and software necessary for the fileserver and the workstation. Types of transmission media also will be discussed. Emphasis will be placed on the installation of LAN hardware and software and the operation of the network. Cable construction techniques also will be applied.
Emphasis is placed on directory structure, security, log-in, and access rights.
Turnkey systems also are discussed. Local area network management techniques are practiced on an operational network in the lab.