Chapter Review
This chapter took a break from the theory of how networks work and focused on how to configure three different kinds of hosts—Windows 11, macOS, and Linux—to connect to a wired network. There are multiple ways to configure these hosts, including GUI and CLI options. Network engineers tend to prefer CLIs for configuring and managing devices.
This chapter also considered two of the most important tools for verifying connectivity: ping and traceroute. Part V of this book will return to verifying connectivity and troubleshooting networks.
At this point, we have covered the basic process of sending a packet through a network. You should now understand IP addressing, routers, switches, and basic host wired network configuration. In the next chapter, we will take a break from operational internals and look at an overview of the various kinds of devices making up a computer network.
One key to doing well on the exams is to perform repetitive spaced review sessions. Review this chapter’s material using either the tools in the book or interactive tools for the same material found on the book’s companion website. Refer to the online Appendix D, “Study Planner,” element for more details. Table 4-2 outlines the key review elements and where you can find them. To better track your study progress, record when you completed these activities in the second column.
Table 4-2 Chapter Review Tracking
Review Element |
Review Date (s) |
Resource Used |
|---|---|---|
Review key topics |
|
Book, website |
Review key terms |
|
Book, website |
Repeat DIKTA questions |
|
Book, PTP |
Review concepts and actions |
|
Book, website |