CHAPTER 18
Essentials of Networking
In this chapter, you will learn how to
• Describe the basic roles of various networked computers
• Discuss network technologies and Ethernet
• Describe a typical Ethernet implementation
It’s hard to find a computer that’s not connected to a network. Whether you’re talking about a workstation that’s part of a large enterprise network or discussing that smartphone in your pocket, every computer has some form of network connection. CompTIA includes a lot of networking coverage in the CompTIA A+ exams.
This chapter dives into networks in detail, especially the underlying hardware and technologies that make up the bulk of networks in today’s homes and businesses. The discussion starts by examining the roles ...
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