Title: Chapter 3: Network Protocols and Communications
Course: RITA MC - CISCO I > Section: Course Outline and Objectives

Network Protocols and Communications

Outline and Objectives

Within this chapter, you will learn about generally-accepted models that describe network rules and functions as well as the standards that make networks work, and how communication occurs over a network.

Learning Objectives for Chapter 3

- Describe the types of rules that are necessary to successfully communicate.
- Explain why protocols are necessary in communication.
- Explain the purpose of adhering to a protocol suite.
- Explain the role of standards organizations in establishing protocols for network interoperability.
- Explain how the TCP/IP model and the OSI model are used to facilitate standardization in the communication process.
- Explain how data encapsulation allows data to be transported across the network.
- Explain how local hosts access resources on a network.

Perform the following tasks in order to complete this chapter:

- Launch the Chapter 3 learning module
- Complete the activity to practice terms and concepts
- Complete the Chapter 3 Quiz
- Complete the Chapter 3 Exam

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