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Network Architecture is the structured framework that defines the design, components, physical and logical layout, and operational protocols of a communication network, published by organizations such as IEEE and implemented across industries to ensure reliable, scalable, and secure data transmission. It serves as the blueprint for how devices, services, and protocols interact to enable efficient connectivity across local and wide-area networks. Key components include the OSI reference model, which organizes communication into seven layers for standardization, and the TCP/IP suite, the foundational protocol stack of the internet. Physical topologies such as star, mesh, and leaf-spine determine device interconnection, while Software-Defined Networking (SDN) decouples control and data planes for centralized management. Specialized implementations include intent-based networking and IEEE 802 standards like 802.3 (Ethernet) and 802.11 (Wi-Fi), governing data link and physical layer operations. Network Architecture is for network engineers, infrastructure designers, and IT architects who require a systematic understanding of how to design, deploy, and manage scalable, secure, and high-performance networks across enterprise and data center environments.
Network Fundamentals
Understand IP addressing, subnetting and core OSI model layers
LAN Implementation
Configure VLANs, trunking and switch port security on Ethernet networks
Routing Concepts
Implement static routing and dynamic protocols like OSPF in enterprise networks
Network Services
Manage DNS, DHCP and NAT services for network connectivity and resolution
Security Basics
Apply ACLs, firewall rules and basic threat mitigation techniques on network devices
Cisco IOS Knowledge
Navigate Cisco CLI, manage configurations and monitor device performance using IOS commands
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352-001CCDE
350-401 ENCOREnterprise Core
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