[Pluralsight.com] Standards, Practices, and Theory for CompTIA Network+ (N10-006) [2015, ENG]

Understanding the OSI Reference Model
Overview
OSI Reference Model Background
Helpful Mnemonic Devices
Introducing the OSI Layers
Protocols and the OSI Model
Protocol Data Units
Networking Devices and the OSI Model
Data Encapsulation
Troubleshooting with the OSI Model
Demo: Visualizing the OSI Model
For Further Learning
Summary

Explaining Network Theory
Overview
The Pain Point
Ethernet Core Concepts
CSMA/CD
CSMA/CA
Data Transmission Terminology
Multiplexing
Demo 1: Investigating Ethernet Properties
Numbering Systems
Bit Rate vs. Baud Rate
Demo 2: Working with Numbering Systems
Data Encapsulation, Revisited
For Further Learning
Summary

Deploying the Appropriate Wireless Standard
Overview
Case Study Network
RF Communications
Demo 1: Visualizing RF
Wi-Fi Standards Summary
Wi-Fi Channels
Demo 2: Configuring Wi-Fi Properties
Planning a Wi-Fi Implementation
Sources of Signal Loss
Wireless Controllers
Demo 2: Site Survey Templates and Certifications
Case Study Network, Revisited
For Further Learning
Summary

Deploying the Appropriate Wired Connectivity Standard
Overview
UTP Cable
The EIA/TIA 568 Standard
Demo 1: Testing Ethernet Cables
Thinnet Ethernet
Ethernet Standards Table
About Maximum Cable Lengths
Fiber Optic Cabling
Ethernet over HDMI
Powerline Networking
Transceivers
DOCSIS
Demo 2: Investigating DOCSIS
For Further Learning
Summary

Implementing Network Policies and Procedures
Overview
Case Study Network
Policies and Procedures
Security Policies
Standard Business Documents
Demo: Reading Policy/Procedure Documentation
Case Study Network, Revisited
For Further Learning
Summary

Summarizing Safety Practices
Overview
Grounding
Static Electricity
Lifting Networking Equipment
Rack Placement and Installation
Tool Safety
Demo 1: Kitting a Networking Rack
Material Safety Data Sheets
Building Layout
Fire Suppression
Demo 2: Investigating MSDS Documentation
For Further Learning
Summary

Installing and Configuring Networking Equipment
Overview
Server Room vs. Data Center
Distribution Frames
Structured Cable Management
Cable Trays
Redundant Power
Power Conversion
Rack System Form Factors
Data Center Airflow
Labeling, Revisited
Rack Monitoring
Demo: Introducing Nagios
For Further Learning
Summary

Understanding Change Management Procedures
Overview
Why You Should Care About Change Management
The Change Request
The Change Management Process
Change Management Software
The Maintenance Window
Demo: Investigating Change Management Certifications
Change Management Documentation
For Further Learning
Summary

Comparing Networking Ports and Protocols
Overview
Comparing TCP and UDP
TCP Three-way Handshake
Socket Addresses
Well-known Ports
Learning the Common Ports
For Further Learning
Summary