Become a Network Technician
Becoming a network technician is very handy in an increasingly computer dependent environment. Surprisingly, many people are unsure or clueless on becoming one. This article, packed with information and conventional steps, will guide you to be a network technician.
Contents
Steps
- Learn and understand network architecture and design.
- Understand how TCP/IP v4 and v6 works.
- IPv4 is old and ran out of addresses in 2011. IPv6 is coming into effect.
- Take Cisco classes to become a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate), this will teach you a great deal about how local networks and the internet operate and well as give you a good understanding about how to configure a Cisco router. Many community colleges offer Cisco classes. Be certain to become certified after taking the classes.
- Specific concepts you will need to learn include Subnetting, ACLs (Access Control Lists), traffic shaping, network load balancing.
- Learn the difference between 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11n
- Learn how to make your own ethernet cables using CAT5/5e/6 wire and RJ-45 cable ends. Memorize the wire order and difference between 568a and 568b wiring schemes.
Tips
- You don't need very expensive equipment to learn and test out networking scenarios, many virtual router interfaces exist for free on the internet.
Warnings
- Many network certifications exists from different organizations, be sure you get certified by a relevant one. Cisco is easily considered the standard.
