Introduction to Networking | Network Fundamentals Part 1

Network Fundamentals Part 1: Introduction to Networking

Interested in learning about networking? Let Network Direction help you get started.

This video is for people that are first starting out in networking. All you need to bring is interest and enthusiasm.

My goal of the network Fundamental Series is to help anyone wanting to get into the IT field learn more about Networking.

We will introduce you to the terminology used in the field and help you understand what it means. For instance, have you heard of protocols? We’re going to see what these are, and use the #Ethernet protocol as an example.

In Part 1 we'll also look at what a network actually is, and continue by seeing how devices are connected. Have you ever connected a device over Wi-Fi or plugged in Network Cables to a computer? Delve behind the scenes and find out how this works.

For further study, I reccommend (affiliate):
CCENT/CCNA ICND1 100-105 Official Cert Guide

Stay tuned for part 2 where we'll go deeper into cabling, and learn the basics of addressing.

Each section includes a quiz to get you thinking. The answers to the quizzes in this video are found at:

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[Glidertwin]

bruh they assigned this to watch in my master's degree, you must have made one hell of a video

[luma]

16, very good grades in school. I realised not so long ago i actually don't like school and i won't fit in any job. Quit my main hobby (gaming) and besides school i started learning about networking and ethical hacking. Hopefully, this will be my career. Thanks for the video!

EDIT 9.11.2023 (aprox 3 years later): Well seems like l was right. I'm in uni now and l also work as a pentester. Looking back, this was a long journey. To think this video was my first interaction with something from this domain is extremely nostalgic.

[fundamentalconvolution]

As someone that just retired from physical security, I've decided to transition into digital/cyber security (where as Networking is the first real step). I found your video concise and easy to follow, and look forward to watching a video a day until I finish this play list, then watching it through at least one other time before checking out other video tutorials to get a varied approach. Thanks for your good work.

[Skweetis]

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[matthewhall]

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[badnewsbittu]

1.Wired and wirelessly.
2.Switch
3.Several or many protocols

[michaelalexanderbird]

I am currently new to IT. I have spent majority of working career so far as a RN and am re-training due to health changes. I've started to work on the CompTIA Fundamentals and networking overview is involved in this course. Thanks for putting content out that caters for all levels of experience and knowledge without a patronizing tone.

[jd]

I have worked with networks for many years; however, I don't use it all the time. This has been an excellent refresher. Thank you

[hiteshpatil]

Quality Graphics and photos are used to explain the terminologies. It’s by far the best explanation I ever came across. I would love if you can continue with ASA series as I am more interested in it. Thank you.

[toby________toby]

This video is amazing, im switching degrees from general IT to software and network engineering and it helps so much to see the basics of the subject

[midimusicforever]

We've not gotten into the parts I'm interested in yet, but I think this is a really promising series. Concise, informative and pedagogical.

[asliceofgreen]

I'm doing a npa5 in Scotland for cyber security and want to get ahead of the game a bit and this video is engaging and i feel like its digestible and I am learning here thankyou so much

[foreversleepy]

This was a fantastic introduction for me, especially since I have an assignment on Networking for uni and it's something I'm completely new to, outside of very basic knowledge. My specialty is programming and software, so this is all new to me and I feel like this will definitely come in handy in other things too when I might need it. Thank you.

[Starlight-vsot]

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[OchirBFolo]

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[Lexyvil]

I have an interview for a Networking job tomorrow, and this is precisely the video series I needed to learn the fundamentals! Thank you.

[gatorate]

Finally someone who explains fundamental concepts. Thank you!! Studying for my Network + and this is great.

[danieltadesse]

Am from 🇪🇹 Ethiopia and am an employee of telecom company.
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[amberkatz]

honestly the best explanation I've seen online. Clear, accurate, easy to follow, and OMG THE GRAPHICS! Thank you so much, this was long overdue.

[vivianogechi]

I am new into the IT field and have been looking for tutorials on Networking. I am lucky to see this. Thank you.