Explore Networking in the Cloud

4/13/22, 4:52 PM Basic Networking Concepts

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Learning Topic

Basic Networking Concepts Computer networking is what allows communications between systems. To make this

happen, several components must work together, from networking hardware to network

protocols. Computer networking is critical in cloud computing, and it is important to have

a good foundation and general understanding of networking concepts separately and how

they work together.

4/13/22, 4:52 PM Basic Networking Concepts

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Network Overview

This resource provides an

overview: http://intronetworks.cs.luc.edu/current/html/intro.html

(http://intronetworks.cs.luc.edu/current/html/intro.html)

Special attention and consideration should be given to the following concepts

because they will ensure success in the cloud computing field.

Layers: This section explains how layers separate roles between the protocols

and services in networking.

Packets: This section provides a foundation on how network data is

transmitted on the network.

Topology: This section explains topology, which is one of the fundamental

concepts on how a network is configured.

LANs and Ethernet: This section explains a how local area network is

configured.

Internet Protocol: This section discusses IP, which serves an important role

within the cloud computing infrastructure and will be apparent in many

functions. This section also provides an overview of IP addressing and other

aspects of the protocol.

DNS: This section introduces the domain name system, which allows the use

of text in place of a numerical IP address that is usually hard to remember.

Firewalls: This section discusses this service or appliance, which protects a

network from attacks.

References

Dordal, P. L. (n.d.). An introduction to computer networks (1.9.19 Ed.).

http://intronetworks.cs.luc.edu/current/html/intro.html

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