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This course provides a detailed explanation of switching technology in relation to Cisco networks. It discusses how switching functions in a Cisco network, and includes discussion on several features and protocols that have been developed by Cisco.
Objectives:
After completing this course, students will be able to:
- Explain filtering and forwarding frames
- Describe how to prevent loops
- Explain how a switch discovers MAC addresses
- Explain frame tagging
- Define an interswitch link
Topics:
- Basic Switch Operations
- Spanning Tree Protocol
- Cisco LAN Switching Methods
- Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs)
- VLAN Technologies
- VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP)
- Configuring VLANs
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