Learn IPv4, IPv6, and Subnetting with Real-World Networking Scenarios
What you'll learn
- Understand what IP addresses are and why they are essential in networking
- Differentiate between IPv4 and IPv6 addressing
- Learn how IP addresses are structured and formatted
- Understand public vs private IP addresses and how they are used
- Identify and explain network and host portions of an IP address
- Perform basic binary to decimal conversion for IP addresses
- Understand and calculate subnet masks and subnets
- Learn the purpose and use of default gateways and broadcast addresses
- Recognize and assign valid IP addresses to devices
- Build a strong foundation for more advanced networking topics like routing and network security
Requirements
No prior networking experience needed — this course starts from the basics
Description
Understanding how devices communicate across a network is a foundational skill for anyone entering the world of IT, computer networking, or cybersecurity. One of the most important building blocks of networking is IP addressing. This course is designed to help you grasp the core concepts behind IP addresses in a clear, straightforward, and beginner-friendly way. Whether you’re a student, a professional switching careers, or someone simply interested in learning how networks work, this course will guide you through everything you need to know about IP addressing.
We start with the basics — what an IP address is, why it’s needed, and how it helps devices find and talk to each other across local and global networks. Then we go deeper into concepts like IPv4, IPv6, binary conversion, and subnetting. Everything is explained in a logical and simple manner, avoiding unnecessary jargon. You’ll get step-by-step explanations and real-world examples to help you understand how IP addressing works in actual networks.
No previous knowledge of networking is required to take this course. If you’ve ever felt confused by the idea of IP addresses or intimidated by the numbers and formulas, this course is for you. By the end, you’ll feel confident in your understanding of IP addressing and ready to explore more advanced networking topics.
Join today and build a strong foundation that will support your growth in networking, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and beyond
Who this course is for:
- Beginners who want to learn the basics of networking and IP addressing
- Students preparing for IT certifications like CompTIA Network+, CCNA, or similar
- Aspiring network engineers, IT support technicians, or cybersecurity professionals
- Anyone interested in how devices communicate over the internet and local networks
- Professionals switching to IT who need a solid foundation in networking concepts
- Computer science or IT students who want to strengthen their networking knowledge