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TCP IP Protocol Suite Fundamentals

Understand how data flows through networks by analyzing protocols.

5 modules
20 lessons
17 practical tasks
TCP IP Protocol Suite Fundamentals course element

About This Course

Dive deep into TCP/IP mechanics, from IP headers to transport protocols and application layer services. Develop packet analysis skills using command-line tools to troubleshoot networks and identify security implications.

What You'll Learn

  • Analyze network communication using OSI and TCP/IP models
  • Examine IPv4 header structure and packet-level details
  • Master TCP and UDP protocol operations and characteristics
  • Understand application layer protocols including HTTP, DNS, and email
  • Perform packet analysis using Wireshark and diagnostic tools
  • Troubleshoot network issues systematically using protocol knowledge
  • Identify security implications at each protocol layer
  • Use ICMP, ARP, and routing concepts for network diagnostics

Prerequisites

  • Networking Essentials or equivalent networking infrastructure knowledge
  • Understanding of IP addressing and subnetting
  • Basic command-line familiarity

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