- Distinguish between shielded and unshielded twisted-pair cabling
- Describe how fiber cabling works
- Distinguish between RG-6 and RG-59 coaxial cabling
- Specify the class of an IP address
- Distinguish between IPv4 and IPv6 addressing types
- Identify the default subnet masks for Class A, B, and C networks
- Describe how DHCP assignment works
- Recognize how common ports are used
Network Cabling, IP Addressing, Ports and Protocols

Networking Technologies
- Distinguish between the standards used for wireless networks
- Use encryption methods to secure wireless networks
- Implement the features of small office~/ office routers
- Use encryption techniques to secure wireless networks
- Implement SOHO routers
- Use the appropriate network topology for a given scenario
- Determine the most appropriate network types for given requirements
Networking Devices and Tools
- Distinguish between the functions of different network level devices
- Recognize the advantages of NAS servers
- Describe the key Characteristics of firewalls
- Match the networking tools to descriptions their functions
- Identify the correct application for different network devices