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The Networking Roadmap outlines a comprehensive curriculum from beginner to advanced levels, covering fundamentals, protocols, practical networking, security, certifications, and career paths. It emphasizes hands-on labs and projects to reinforce learning and provides insights into various networking careers and specializations. The document serves as a guide for individuals looking to develop their networking skills and enhance their career opportunities in the field.

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Networking roadmap(ASTRIV)

The Networking Roadmap outlines a comprehensive curriculum from beginner to advanced levels, covering fundamentals, protocols, practical networking, security, certifications, and career paths. It emphasizes hands-on labs and projects to reinforce learning and provides insights into various networking careers and specializations. The document serves as a guide for individuals looking to develop their networking skills and enhance their career opportunities in the field.

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A COMPREHENSIVE

NETWORKING
ROADMАР

ACADEMY OF

SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY Zastriv


AND RESEARCH
FOR INNOVATIVE

VISION
Networking Roadmap:
Beginner to Advanced
• Fundamentals of Networking
• Networking Protocols & Services
• Practical Networking
• Security & Advanced Concepts
• Certifications & Career Paths
• Hands-on Labs & Practical Projects
• Career Opportunities & Specializations
1. Fundamentals of Networking:
This is where you learn the core concepts that form the backbone of networking.

1.1 Understanding Networking Basics 1.3 IP Addressing & Subnetting


• What is a network? • What is an IP Address? Difference
between IPv4 & IPv6.
• Types of networks: LAN, WAN, MAN,
PAN, WLAN • Subnetting & CIDR: Learn how to divide
networks into subnets.
• Network topology types: Bus, Star, • Public vs Private IPs.
Ring, Mesh, Hybrid. • Reserved IP ranges.
• Peer-to-peer vs client-server • Broadcast, Unicast, and Multicast
networks. addresses.
• What is bandwidth, latency, jitter, • Understanding ARP (Address Resolution
and throughput? Protocol).

1.2 OSI Model & TCP/IP Model 1.4 Networking Devices & Their
Functions
• OSI Model (7 Layers)
• Routers vs Switches vs Hubs vs
• TCP/IP Model (4 Layers) Bridges.
• Differences between OSI & • Modems, Repeaters, Access
TCP/IP models. Points, Gateways.
• Layer 2 vs Layer 3 switches.
• Encapsulation and de- • MAC Address vs IP Address.
encapsulation of data.
2. Networking Protocols & Services:
Understanding protocols is crucial for working with networks.

2.1 Common Networking Protocols 2.3 DNS (Domain Name 2.5 Network Address
• Application Layer: HTTP, HTTPS, System) Translation (NAT) & Port
FTP, SMTP, IMAP, POP3, DNS. • How DNS translates domain Address Translation (PAT)
names to IP addresses. • Purpose of NAT and PAT.
• Transport Layer: TCP vs UDP
(differences, use cases). • DNS Record Types (A, AAAA, • Types of NAT: Static,
CNAME, MX, TXT, PTR). Dynamic, Overloaded
• Network Layer: ICMP, ARP, RIP,
OSPF, BGP. • DNS Resolver, Root Servers, (PAT).
TLD, and Authoritative DNS. • Configuring NAT on a
• Data Link Layer: Ethernet, PPP,
VLANs. router.
2.4 Routing Protocols & Concepts
2.2 DHCP (Dynamic Host • Static Routing vs Dynamic Routing.
Configuration Protocol)
• How DHCP works. • Distance Vector: RIP, IGRP.
• Difference between static • Link-State: OSPF, IS-IS.
and dynamic IP • Path Vector: BGP (Used in the
allocation. internet backbone).
• Configuring a DHCP
Server. • Default Gateway & Route
Summarization.
3. Practical Networking:
To reinforce theoretical knowledge, hands-on practice is essential.

3.1 Setting Up a Network 3.2 Network Troubleshooting 3.3 Network Monitoring &
Tools
• Configuring a router and Performance
• Ping & Traceroute (Checking
switch. connectivity and latency). • Setting up SNMP for network
• Creating VLANs and assigning • Netstat & Nslookup monitoring.
ports. (Checking open connections • Using tools like Nagios,
and DNS lookups).
• Setting up a DHCP server for • Wireshark (Packet sniffing
Zabbix, PRTG.
automatic IP assignment. and analysis). • Checking logs on network
• Assigning static IPs to devices. • Nmap (Network scanning devices.
and security auditing).
• Configuring Wi-Fi networks & • Telnet & SSH (Remote
security settings. network access).
4. Security & Advanced Concepts
Security is a major aspect of networking.

4.1 Network Security Fundamentals 4.3 Cloud Networking


• What is firewall? How to configure a • Understanding SDN (Software-
basic firewall. Defined Networking).
• What is Intrusion Detection & • Networking in AWS & Azure.
Prevention System (IDS/IPS)? • Load Balancing & High
• Understanding VPNs (Virtual Private Availability.
Networks) and their use. • Cloud Firewalls & DDoS
• Proxy Servers & How they enhance Protection.
security.
4.2 Wireless Security 4.4 Network Redundancy &
• WEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3 – Failover
Differences and security
flaws. • What is Load Balancing?
• How hackers exploit Wi-Fi • Failover Mechanisms (HSRP,
networks (MITM, Evil Twin, VRRP, GLBP).
Deauth Attacks).
• Best security practices for • Understanding Clustering &
home & enterprise Wi-Fi. Redundant Links.
5. Certifications & Career Paths:
Certifications help validate your skills and improve job opportunities.

5.2 Intermediate-Level 5.3 Advanced-Level Certifications


5.1 Entry-Level Certifications
Certifications • Cisco CCIE (Cisco Certified
• CompTIA Network+ – Beginner- Internetwork Expert) – High-level
• Cisco CCNP (Cisco
friendly, covers networking Certified Network certification, requires deep
basics. Professional) – Advanced expertise.
• Cisco CCNA (Cisco Certified networking concepts.
• CISSP (Certified Information
Network Associate) – Focuses • CompTIA Security+ – Systems Security Professional) –
Focuses on network
on routing, switching, and security. Focuses on network security.
security. • Juniper JNCIA-Junos – If • AWS/Azure Networking
interested in Juniper Certifications – If you want to
networks. specialize in cloud networking.
6. Hands-on Labs & Practical Projects:
• Set up a small home lab with a physical router/switch.
• Use GNS3 or Cisco Packet Tracer for virtual network simulations.
• Build a simple firewall using pfSense.
• Capture network packets with Wireshark.
• Secure a Wi-Fi network and test for vulnerabilities.
• Deploy a basic web server and configure DNS & load balancing.
7. Career Opportunities & Specializations:
Networking offers multiple career paths.

7.1 Common Networking Jobs 7.2 Specialized Fields in


• Network Engineer (Designing & Networking
maintaining networks).
• Software-Defined
• Network Administrator Networking (SDN) Engineer.
(Managing daily network
operations). • Internet of Things (IoT)
• Cybersecurity Engineer Network Specialist.
(Securing networks). • 5G & Telecommunications
• Cloud Networking Engineer Networking.
(AWS, Azure, GCP networking). • Network Automation &
• Wireless Network Engineer DevOps.
(Managing Wi-Fi
infrastructures).
Final Thoughts

Networking is a vast field, and mastering it takes time and practice. Start with
the basics, practice hands-on, learn security best practices, and get certified
to enhance your career prospects.
➢ Academy of Science, Technology, and
Research for Innovative Vision
[ ASTRIV ]
ASTRIV COMMUNITY LINK ASTRIV LINKEDIN LINK

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