You Can Do I.T.! : Basic Network Technology for Libraries

Course participants will be able to:

• Define common terms used in computer networking
• Understand broadband options available and find ISPs serving their library and/or community
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct speed checks to monitor broadband service in their library
• Identify hardware devices used/needed in a computer network
• Understand the functions and/or purpose of common network devices
• Understand modern cabling design and specifications, and best practices to use when installing network cabling
• Understand the basic concepts of the TCP/IP protocol
• Understand simple IP address and subnet mask examples
• Understand the basic requirements for configuring TCP/IP network clients

• Understand the basics of wireless networking protocols and security
• Log in and configure a typical wired and wireless router
• Configure a router for Internet access
• Connect computers to form a peer-to-peer wireless network
• Use networking utilities to analyze, diagnose and document networks
• Demonstrate the ability to configure segmented public/staff library networks for security
• Understand drive mapping concepts and map a network drive
• Implement basic backups, security and restoration procedures