Computer Network Handwritten Notes

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Syllabus Included in this Ebook👇

Chapter 1: Introduction to Computer Networks

• What is a Computer Network?
• Types of Computer Networks
  • LAN (Local Area Network)
  • WAN (Wide Area Network)
  • MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)
  • PAN (Personal Area Network)
• History and Evolution of Computer Networks
• Importance of Computer Networks
• Network Topologies
  • Bus
  • Star
  • Ring
  • Mesh
  • Hybrid

Chapter 2: Network Models

• OSI Model
  • Layers and Functions
  • OSI vs. TCP/IP Model
• TCP/IP Model
  • Layers and Functions
  • Protocols Associated with Each Layer

Chapter 3: Physical Layer

• Introduction to the Physical Layer
• Transmission Media
  • Wired
    • Twisted Pair Cable
    • Coaxial Cable
    • Fiber Optic Cable
  • Wireless
    • Radio Waves
    • Microwaves
    • Infrared
• Data Encoding and Modulation
• Multiplexing
  • FDM (Frequency Division Multiplexing)
  • TDM (Time Division Multiplexing)
  • CDM (Code Division Multiplexing)
• Circuit Switching and Packet Switching

Chapter 4: Data Link Layer

• Introduction to the Data Link Layer
• Error Detection and Correction Techniques
  • Parity Check
  • CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check)
  • Hamming Code
• Flow Control Protocols
  • Stop-and-Wait Protocol
  • Sliding Window Protocol
• MAC (Media Access Control) Sub-layer
  • CSMA/CD and CSMA/CA
  • Ethernet Standards (IEEE 802.3)
  • Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11)

Chapter 5: Network Layer

• Introduction to the Network Layer
• IP Addressing and Subnetting
  • IPv4 Addressing
  • IPv6 Addressing
  • Subnet Masks and Subnetting
• Routing Concepts and Algorithms
  • Static vs. Dynamic Routing
  • Distance Vector Routing
  • Link State Routing
  • RIP, OSPF, BGP
• ICMP (Internet Control Message Protocol)
• NAT (Network Address Translation)
• ARP (Address Resolution Protocol)

Chapter 6: Transport Layer

• Introduction to the Transport Layer
• TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)
  • TCP Handshake Process
  • Flow Control and Congestion Control
  • Connection-oriented vs. Connectionless Protocols
• UDP (User Datagram Protocol)
• Port Numbers and Sockets

Chapter 7: Application Layer

• Introduction to the Application Layer
• Common Application Layer Protocols
  • HTTP/HTTPS
  • FTP, SFTP
  • SMTP, POP3, IMAP
  • DNS (Domain Name System)
• Web Technologies
  • WWW (World Wide Web)
  • URL (Uniform Resource Locator)
  • Web Browsers and Web Servers

Chapter 8: Network Security

• Introduction to Network Security
• Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Malware, Phishing, DDoS Attacks
  • Man-in-the-Middle Attack
  • SQL Injection
• Cryptography Basics
  • Symmetric and Asymmetric Encryption
  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
  • Digital Certificates and Signatures
• Firewalls and Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
• Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
• Security Protocols
  • SSL/TLS
  • IPsec

Chapter 9: Wireless Networks

• Introduction to Wireless Networks
• Wi-Fi Standards (IEEE 802.11)
• Bluetooth Technology
• Mobile Networks (3G, 4G, 5G)
• Ad Hoc and Sensor Networks

Chapter 10: Network Management and Troubleshooting

• Network Management Concepts
  • SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
  • Network Monitoring Tools
• Network Troubleshooting Techniques
  • Ping, Traceroute
  • Packet Analyzers (Wireshark)
  • Common Network Issues and Solutions
• Network Performance Optimization

Chapter 11: Cloud Computing and Virtualization

• Introduction to Cloud Computing
• Types of Cloud Services
  • IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)
  • PaaS (Platform as a Service)
  • SaaS (Software as a Service)
• Virtualization Concepts
  • Hypervisors and Virtual Machines
  • Network Function Virtualization (NFV)
• Cloud Security Concerns
• Introduction to SDN (Software-Defined Networking)

Chapter 12: Emerging Technologies in Networking

• Internet of Things (IoT)
• 5G Networks
• Blockchain and Networking
• Quantum Networking
• Artificial Intelligence in Networking

Chapter 13: Network Protocols and Standards

• Overview of Network Protocols
• Common Networking Standards Bodies
  • IEEE, IETF, ISO
• Understanding RFCs (Request for Comments)
• Standardization Process

Chapter 14: Network Design and Architecture

• Network Design Principles
• Designing LAN and WAN
• Network Redundancy and Reliability
• Load Balancing Techniques
• Data Center Network Architecture

Chapter 15: Internet of Things (IoT) and Networking

• Introduction to IoT Networking
• IoT Protocols
  • MQTT, CoAP
• IoT Networking Challenges
• IoT Security Concerns
• IoT Network Topologies

Chapter 16: Practical Networking Labs and Projects

• Setting up a Home Network
• Configuring Routers and Switches
• Creating a Simple LAN and Testing Connectivity
• Building and Securing a Wireless Network
• Simulating Network Scenarios using Network Simulators (e.g., Cisco Packet Tracer)