Convergence I: Understanding Data and IP Networks 3-day training seminar, $1,395 Onsite presentation available! For Convergence II: CompTIA Convergence+ Certification

Overview

This network training course provides a foundation in the technology, terminology and network configurations used in commercial data communications. An end-to-end view of the equipment, network services and business processes employed is presented, focusing on the business justification, decision processes and practical considerations in building and maintaining these networks. While the topics are technical, the presentation makes these issues accessible and meaningful to both business and technical managers.

Who Should Attend
This training seminar is ideal for communications analysts/managers, equipment vendors, and carrier representatives who need an objective, business-oriented understanding of data communications applications, services, and technologies.

By attending this training program, you will:

• Review the major data network configurations that are used in enterprise environments, and the mix of equipment and network services that are used to support them.
  

• Gain an essential foundation in data and IP networking and the convergence of voice and data communications.
  

• Recognize the fundamental differences between circuit and packet communications and understand the major options for providing quality of service (QoS) to insure quality and performance of both voice and data applications.
  

• Understand the objectives of the OSI Reference Model, how TCP/IP incorporates those concepts, and describe the protocols used to support voice and data applications.
  

• Learn how the Internet is structured, and why new services like MPLS VPNs are replacing frame relay as we move toward converged voice and data networks.
  

• See how a router network is configured, how it operates, and the MPLS and DiffServ features that are used to provide Quality of Service in.
  

• Look at the range of security issues that that must be addressed in data networks and define the role of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, network access control, SSL/VPN secure tunnels, and the other tools used to combat them.
  

• Learn about LANs, the capabilities of various cabling options, and how switched LANs have enabled the IP PBX and introduced the requirements for virtual LANs (VLANs) and QoS.
  

• Investigate wireless LAN technology, the role of wireless LAN switches, and the special challenges involved in supporting voice in a WLAN environment.
  

• Review the range of wide area network services that are available, their overall capacities, pricing elements, and their ability to provide QoS and other features to support converged networks.
  

• Investigate the range of broadband access options that can be used for telecommuter and remote access applications and describe their abilities with regard to both voice and data services.
  

• Investigate the range of wireless data services including Hot Spots, Muni Wi-Fi, WiMAX, and 2.5G/3G cellular, their costs and capabilities, and the special challenges involved in supporting a mobile applications.

Participants can also take this training course back to back with:

Convergence II: CompTIA Convergence+ Certification prep course

Agenda

Fundamental Concepts and Distinctions

• LANs versus WANs
• Voice versus Data Network Requirements
• Circuit- versus Packet-based Networks
• Best Effort versus QoS-Capable Packet Services- Service Level Agreements
• Frame Relay versus MPLS-based VPNs
• The Network Design and Business Justification Process

Role of Standards in Data Networking

• OSI Reference Model- The Seven Layers
• The TCP/IP Model
• Overall Organization
• TCP/UDP/IP Functions
• Network Services Supported
• IP Protocols for VoIP: RTP, UDP, MPLS, SIP, H.323
• Standards Organizations: ISO, ITU, IETF, IEEE, EIA/TIA
• The Role of Vendor Alliances: Wi-Fi Alliance, WiMAX Forum, etc.

Enterprise Data Networks and Configurations

• Data Network Applications: File Transfer, Interactive, E-Mail, Instant Messaging, Collaborative
• LAN/WAN Networking: Private Line, Frame Relay, MPLS-/IPsec-based VPNs, Metro Area Ethernet
• Remote Access: Dial-up, Secure Tunnel VPN, Hotel DSL, Wi-Fi Hot Spots, 2.5G/3G Cellular
• Telecommuter Networks: Dial-up, ADSL, Cable Modem, WiMAX, VoIP Softphones
• Legacy Mainframe Networks: SNA, TCP/IP-based
• VoIP Configurations: Local and Wide Area

Local Area Networks (LANs)

• LAN Technology Evolution: Shared Media to Switched LANs
• Cabling Infrastructure- Configuration and Capabilities
• Wire Pair (UTP): Category 3, 4, 5, 5e, 6, 6a
• Fiber Cabling: Single Mode, Multi Mode Applications
• LAN Switching
• Basic Configuration and Operation
• Virtual LANs (V-LANs): IEEE 802.1q
• LAN Priority: IEEE 802.1p
• IP PBX Configuration
• Configuration Options
• Hybrid PBX
• IP PBX
• Solution Elements
• IP/Ethernet Phones
• Signaling Options- H.323, SIP
• Telephony Servers
• Trunk/Station Gateways
• Configuration Recommendations

Wireless LANs (802.11/Wi-Fi)

• Components and Configurations
• Radio Links: 802.11a, b, g, and n
• Security Issues and Options: WEP, WPA, WPA2, 802.1x
• Role of Centrally Controlled WLAN Switches
• Voice over WLANs
• Solution Elements
• QoS Features: 802.11e/WMM, SVP
• WLAN/Cellular Integration and Fixed-Mobile Convergence

The Internet

• What is the “Internet”?
• Major Elements: ISPs, Routers, Backbones, POPs, NAPs, and DNSs
• How Does a Web Session Work?
• Broadband Access
• ADSL Network Access
• Network Configuration: Modems, Micro-Filters, DSLAMs, ATM Backbones
• Local Loop Issues
• ADSL Modem Technologies: CAP, DMT
• Next Wave ADSL: ADSL2, ADSL2+
• Cable Modems and TV-Based Networks
• Cable Network Configuration/Hybrid Fiber/Coax (HFC)
• DOCSIS Cable Modem Standards
• Cable Telephony
• The 'Net Neutrality Debate

Wide Area Network Services

• Basic Network Services
• Dial-up/ISDN BRI and PRI
• Private Line: Fractional T-1, T-1/DS-1, T-3/DS-3, OC-3
• Frame Relay
• Basic Configuration: Access Options, Ports, and PVCs
• Data Link Connection Identifiers (DLCIs)
• Committed Information Rates (CIR)
• Business Justification and Futures
• Basic Internet Service
• Cost and Capabilities
• Security Issues
• Multi-Protocol Label Switching (MPLS)
• Basic Concepts:
• Label Edge and Label Switching Routers (LER/LSR)
• Label Switch Paths (LSPs)
• Forwarding Equivalence Class (FEC)
• Label Swapping, Label Stacking
• Carrier Offerings/RFC 2547bis VPNs
• Class of Service and Service Level Agreements
• Pricing concepts
• Frame Relay- MPLS Service Comparison
• Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)
• Basic Concepts
• Services Supported: CBR, VBR, UBR
• Configuration and Applications
• Metro Area/Wide Area Ethernet
• EtherLine/EtherLAN
• Ethernet First Mile Committee
• Access Options
• Operations, Administration, and Maintenance (OA&M)

IP Routing in Detail

• IP Routing Concepts
• Internet Protocol (IP)
• IP/ICMP Operation
• IP Addressing: Address Classes, Subnetting, CIDR
• Network Address Translation/Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (NAT/DHCP)
• IP/V4 to IP/V6 Migration Options
• Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)/User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
• Real Time Protocol (RTP) for Voice and Video
• Concepts and Capabilities
• Jitter Buffers and Timing Recovery
• Configuration in IP PBXs and Wide Area VoIP Networks
• Routing Protocols: RIPv2, OSPF, BGP, IS-IS

Network Security- Issues and Options

• Categorizing Security Threats: Hackers, Worms, Trojans, Denial of Service
• User Authentication: RADIUS, Secure Token, Biometrics
• Privacy Techniques: IPsec Secure Tunnels, Secure Socket Layer (SSL)
• Endpoint Integrity/Network Access Control
• Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems
• Challenges in VoIP Security

2.5G/3G Cellular Data Services

• GSM Technology Overview
• General Packet Radio Service (GPRS)
• Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE)
• Wideband CDMA/UMTS
• High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA)
• Carriers and Availability
• CDMA Technology Overview
• 1xRTT
• 1xEV-DO/1xEV-DV
• 1xEV-DO Rev A
• Carriers and Availability

Metro Area Wireless: WiMAX versus Wi-Fi Mesh

• IEEE 802.16 Standards
• Fixed WiMAX: 802.16-2004
• Mobile WiMAX: 802.16-2005
• Wi-Fi Mesh Option/Municipal Wi-Fi
• WiMAX Radio Link Interfaces
• Licensed Options
• Unlicensed 5GHz Operation
• Media Access Control/QoS Capabilities
• WiMax Markets/Applications
• Incumbent LEC Market
• Independent WiMAX Suppliers
• Cellular 4G
• WiMAX in Developing Countries

Registration Fees
The per student registration fee for this seminar is $1,395, and includes the seminar, course materials, and morning and afternoon refreshments. On-site seminars are also available. Class begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 5:00 PM each day.

To register, click on the "Book Now" button or please call (708) 246-0320

Seminar Schedule

June 16-18	Chicago, IL	Hard Rock Hotel ()
Aug 18-20	San Francisco, CA	Hotel Milano ()
Sept 29-Oct 1	New York, NY	Sheraton Towers ()
Dec 8-10	Chicago, IL	Hard Rock Hotel ()

* This class precedes:

Convergence II: CompTIA Convergence+ Certification Prep Course

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