The following topics are general guidelines for the content likely to
be included on the Cisco Certified Network Associate exam. However,
other related topics may also appear on any specific delivery of the
exam. In order to better reflect the contents of the exam and for
clarity purposes, the guidelines below may change at any time without
notice.
Describe how a network works
Describe how a network works
- Describe the purpose and functions of various network devices
- Select the components required to meet a network specification
- Use the OSI models and TCP/IP models and their associated protocols to explain how data flows in a network
- Describe common networked applications including web applications
- Describe the purpose and basic operation of the protocols in the OSI and TCP models
- Describe the impact of applications (Voice Over IP and Video Over IP) on a network
- Interpret network diagrams
- Determine the path between two hosts across a network
- Describe the components required for network and Internet communications
- Identify and correct common network problems at layers 1, 2, 3 and 7 using a layered model approach
- Differentiate between LAN/WAN operation and features
- Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect switches to other network devices and hosts
