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Chapter 1 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 1. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I can describe the difference between a local and a network application.
I can list at least four classes of computers.
I know the difference between a blade, rack mount and standalone server.
I can describe how workstations differ from desktops.
I can list at least four portable devices.
I can explain what ASCII is.
I can describe the relationship between bytes, megabytes, terabytes, gigabytes, and
kilobytes.
I can list the types of media used to transmit data digitally.
I can explain the difference between size measurements and data transfer measurements.
I can explain screen resolution and frequency.
I can describe the roles of the motherboard, CPU and RAM of a computer.
I can identify various types of adapter cards and can explain their purposes.
I know the advantages of various storage devices.
I can classify devices as input, output, storage and networking devices.
I can distinguish between a UPS and a surge suppressor.
I know which computer devices should not be opened without first acquiring special
training.
I can explain what ESD is and how to avoid damaging a computer with it.
I can identify the ports on the back of a computer by name.
I can define PnP.
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Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 1. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
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Chapter 2 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 2. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I can explain the duties of a computer’s Operating System.
I can compare and contrast the kernel and the shell.
I know what GUI and CLI stand for.
I can explain the relationship between an NOS and a redirector.
I can compare and contrast Commercial Licenses and GPL Licenses.
I can explain the difference between minimum and recommended OS requirements.
I can list at least five things that need to be considered when choosing an OS.
I can explain at least one scenario each when a clean install, an upgrade, and a multi-boot
configuration would be needed.
I can list at least three things that should be done before an OS is installed on a computer.
I know what a partition is.
I can list at least three file systems.
I can list at least three steps that must be performed when adding a computer to a network.
I can compare and contrast an IP address, a subnet mask, and a default gateway.
I know the difference between manual and dynamic IP address assignment.
I know what patches are and when and how to apply them.
Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 2. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
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S. Bender
Cisco Networking Academy
Name _________________
Chapter 3 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 3. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I can define a converged network.
I can list the characteristics of a SOHO network.
I can list the four basic network components categories.
I can define host and give several examples.
I can list the characteristics of a peer-to-peer network.
I can compare and contrast physical and logical topologies.
I know the purpose of protocols.
I can define encoding.
I know what encapsulation and de-encapsulation does to a message.
I can list the contents of a frame.
I can compare and contrast unicast, multicast, and broadcast.
I can list at least four of the aspects of communication that protocols define.
I can list some of the benefits of standardization of protocols.
I can explain the difference between 10 BASE-2 and 1000 BASE-T.
Given a list of the parts of an Ethernet frame, I can put them in the correct order.
I can list the three layers of the hierarchical design of Ethernet networks.
I can explain what an IP address is.
I know how a hub passes on electronic information.
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I can explain what a collision domain is.
I can list several ways in which a switch is different from a hub.
I can write down the broadcast MAC address and can explain its purpose.
I can compare and contrast collision and broadcast domains.
I know how a computer discovers a MAC address when it only knows the IP address of the
destination.
I can list the various roles the distribution layer plays in a network.
I can explain the role of a router in a network.
I can list the parts that are added to an Ethernet frame to make it into a packet.
I can explain the purpose of the default gateway address.
I can identify information stored on both an ARP and a routing table.
I know the purpose of a default route.
I can list several characteristics of a LAN.
I can list some of the information that must be gathered when planning a network.
I can define prototyping.
I know the definition of and can give an example of an integrated router.
I can explain what the command ipconfig /all displays when entered.
Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 3. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
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S. Bender
Cisco Networking Academy
Name _________________
Chapter 4 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 4. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I know what a POP is.
I can list at least five ways users can connect to the Internet.
I can list at least six services ISPs may provide for home users.
I can explain the difference between symmetric and asymmetric services.
I can explain how my home computer obtains an IP address from my ISP.
I can describe what the diagnostic tools called ping and tracert are used for.
I can list some of the devices an ISP uses to accept connections from their users.
I can list some of the physical and environmental considerations that an ISP must take into
account when purchasing equipment.
I can list the three types of cabling currently being used and can describe their
characteristics.
I can list the advantages and disadvantages of twisted pair cabling.
I know why coaxial cabling is seldom used in network environments.
I can list the characteristics of fiber optic cabling.
I can compare and contrast single mode and multimode fiber.
I am familiar with the organizations that develop cabling standards in the US.
I can list the color schemes for both T568A and T568B.
I can explain how to make a straight-through and a crossover cable.
I can list at least three instances when straight-through cable is required.
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I can list at least three instances when a crossover cable is required.
I can terminate a straight-through and a crossover cable.
I know why excessive untwisting of UTP and STP is undesirable.
I know what a patch panel is for.
I can demonstrate how to use a punch-down tool to terminate cables at a patch panel.
I can explain the differences between a cable tester, a cable certifier, and a multimeter.
I can identify a reversed pair, a split pair, an open and a short if given a diagram of cabling
faults.
I can define attenuation.
I can define crosstalk.
I can test cables, identifying the above faults if they occur.
I can list some of the cabling best practices.
Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 4. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
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Cisco Networking Academy
Name _________________
Chapter 5 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 5. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I can list several characteristics of an IP address.
I can explain the structure of an IP address.
I can explain hierarchical addressing.
I know the purpose of the subnet mask and what the 1s and 0s of it represent.
I can explain why two is subtracted from the number of hosts that can be on a network.
I have memorized the address ranges for IP address classes A-E (or know the 1st octet bit
pattern and can quickly convert binary to decimal to determine classes.)
I know the default subnet masks for classes A-C.
I can explain the purpose of private IP addresses.
I have memorized the private IP addresses.
I can define a unicast address.
I know the purpose of a broadcast address.
I can explain how to find a broadcast address for IP addresses from Classes A – C with
default subnet masks.
I know the broadcast MAC address.
I can list some instances when multicast addresses are used.
I can explain how a multicast MAC address is generated.
I can list several instances when a static IP address is preferred.
I can list several advantages dynamic IP assignment has over static assignment.
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I know what DHCP stands for.
I can explain how DHCP is used on a network.
I can explain the statement “an integrated router can be both a DHCP client and a DHCP
server.”
I can list the steps a DHCP client follows to get an IP address.
I can list the default IP address and subnet mask for a Linksys router.
I can explain what a default gateway is.
I can explain the difference between an internal and an external network.
I know the difference between a direct connection, connecting to the Internet through an
integrated router, and connecting through a gateway device.
I can define NAT.
I can explain how an integrated router gets packets from a privately addressed host to a
globally addressed destination on the Internet.
Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 5. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
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S. Bender
Cisco Networking Academy
Name _________________
Chapter 6 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 6. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I can define server and give several examples of servers.
I can list at least four examples of clients.
I can list the three protocols commonly used by email servers.
I know the purpose of the http protocol.
I can explain what the TCP protocol does in network communication.
I can explain how IP contributes to network communication.
I can compare and contrast TCP and UDP.
I can define port number.
I can explain how source port numbers are determined.
I can define socket.
I can explain DNS.
I can explain the purpose of nslookup.
I can explain the purpose of ftp and can list the ports it uses.
I can identify the ports that the three most common email protocols use.
I can list the types of files IM supports.
I can explain how VoIP differs from a typical phone call.
I can categorize the ports used in network communication.
I can identify various commonly used ports.
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I can list the four layers of the TCP/IP model and can list the functions each layer provides.
I can explain the process of de-encapsulation.
I can list the layers of the OSI model in order.
I can assemble an Ethernet frame with the appropriate components in the correct order.
Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 6. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
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Cisco Networking Academy
Name _________________
Chapter 7 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 7. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I can list some of the waves included in the electromagnetic spectrum.
I can explain infrared and list its common uses.
I can list three technologies that make use of the 2.4 GHz and two that make use of the 5
GHz band.
I can list some characteristics of RF.
I can explain why Bluetooth doesn’t transmit as far as 802.11.
I can list several advantages of wireless networking technology.
I can explain some of the limitations and concerns of wireless networking technology.
I can define encryption and authentication.
I can list the three types of wireless networks and can explain a bit about each.
I can list the four amendments to the Wi-Fi standard.
I can list the frequency used, the maximum data rate, and the maximum range for all four
Wi-Fi standards.
I can explain the purpose of an access point and a wireless bridge.
I know what an STA is.
I can explain the purpose of both types of antennas used in wireless networks.
I can explain what an SSID is and why it’s necessary in wireless communication.
I can explain what an Ad-hoc wireless network is.
I can differentiate between IBSS and BSS.
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I can explain the job of an AP.
I can explain the difference between a BSS and an ESS.
I can explain how channels are used in wireless communications.
I can describe CSMA/CA.
I can explain how the RTS and CTS signals are used to ensure one device gets to use a
channel.
I know when the ACK message is used.
I can set the channel to be used by an AP.
I know what the term “wireless mode” refers to.
I can give an instance when an SSID shouldn’t be broadcasted.
I can give several examples of STAs.
I can list some qualities that may be available in wireless utility software that may not be
included in Windows XP.
I know of a test I can use to verify connection between a wireless device and the AP.
I can explain to someone why they should protect their WLAN.
I can list some of the settings of an AP that have well-known defaults.
I can explain MAC address filtering.
I can define authentication.
I can list instances where open authentication is desired.
I can explain the difference between PSK and EAP authentication methods.
I can describe WEP.
I can describe WPA.
I can explain what encryption does for a network.
I can explain why filtering may be desirable on a network.
I can list some things to consider when planning a wireless network.
I can list some of the questions I should ask a client who’s planning to install a WLAN.
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I can explain why the existing equipment must be considered when adding on to a WLAN.
I can list some of the factors to consider when determining the TCO of a network.
I can list the six security measures that should be implemented to protect data in a WLAN.
I can backup and restore configuration files.
I know two ways to restore the factory defaults on a Linksys integrated router.
I can upgrade the firmware of an integrated router and can explain the best conditions for
doing that.
Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 7. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
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Cisco Networking Academy
Name _________________
Chapter 8 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 8. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I can explain the four types of threats a hacker can impose once they’ve accessed a
network.
I can explain social engineering.
I can define pretexting as is applies to social engineering.
I can explain phishing.
I can explain vishing.
I can explain what a virus is.
I can differentiate a worm from a virus.
I can define Trojan horse.
I can explain the intent of a DoS attack.
I can explain how SYN Flooding and the Ping of Death work.
I can explain what Adware is.
I can explain the purpose of pop-ups and pop-unders.
I am knowledgeable about spam.
I can list at least four parts of a security policy.
I can list six tools and applications that can help secure a network.
I can define patches and updates.
I can list several symptoms of a computer infected with a virus, worm or Trojan horse.
I can list several features an effective anti-virus program will employ.
I can explain how anti-spam software works.
I can explain some of the techniques firewalls use to protect a network.
I can describe the four forms a firewall can take.
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I can define a network DMZ.
I can explain when a two firewall configuration is better than a single firewall
configuration.
I can give an example when port forwarding is used in a DMZ.
I can list some of the vulnerabilities a security scanner identifies.
I can list the best practices for securing a network.
Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 8. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
Networking for Home and Small Businesses
S. Bender
Cisco Networking Academy
Name _________________
Chapter 9 Anticipation Guide
An anticipation guide is a reading strategy that helps users “front load” the information they will be reading about. It
primes the brain for the topics that will be encountered and starts making connections to prior knowledge.
Directions: Read each statement about Chapter 9. In the “Before” column, check the ones you agree with.
Before
After
I can explain the documentation process and why it is vital to troubleshooting.
I can list several of the pieces of information that should be gathered before starting the
troubleshooting process.
I can explain the top-down troubleshooting process.
I can explain the divide-and-conquer approach.
I can explain when the bottom-up approach is effective.
I can describe situations when trial and error may be effective.
I can describe situations when substitution should be applied.
I can explain how four of our senses can help diagnose problems.
I can describe the information obtained in the ipconfig /all command.
I can explain the purposes of ipconfig /release and /renew.
I can explain how ping works.
I can describe the benefits of tracert over ping.
I can describe what netstat does.
I can explain the purpose of nslookup.
I can explain the commonly used colors and corresponding states of activity LEDs.
I can list the five issues to watch for in cabling.
I can list three termination techniques that help avoid cabling issues.
I can list five factors that can contribute to the ability to connect to an AP.
I can describe the characteristics of an SSID that may impact connectivity.
I can explain how an authentication or encryption key can negatively impact connectivity.
I can list information that should be included when documenting a network.
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I can list ways to access a help desk.
I can list some of the details a help desk technician will request and document during a
call.
I can explain why there are various levels of help desk technicians in a company.
Directions: Now read and take notes over Chapter 9. Once you have finished, re-read the statements above and place
a check in the after column for the statements with which you agree. Add any comments you’d like below each
statement.
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