LAN Administration and Network Services Fundamentals

Managing a local area network requires a strong command of networking principles, essential services, and structured troubleshooting techniques. This foundational course guides you through the core concepts and practical workflows needed to keep network infrastructure running smoothly. You will begin by exploring essential networking models and key terminology before moving into practical administration practices. What you'll learn: Understand core networking concepts, IP addressing, and subnetting fundamentals. Configure key system services including DNS, DHCP, and shared network resources. Manage user permissions and resource access across local network environments. Diagnose and resolve common network connectivity issues and service failures. Implement fundamental security controls, firewall rules, and zero-trust concepts. Monitor network health and analyze system logs to maintain system uptime. The content begins with foundational concepts and terminology, then guides you through service configurations and diagnostic methods through clear written explanations. This course is ideal for beginners and aspiring system administrators, requiring no prior experience in networking. Start reading today to build practical network management skills.