• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

Routers allow network devices to communicate beyond their local area network (LAN), providing inter-network connectivity. Explore routing, including components, functionality, the routing table, routing protocols, and path selection.

Learning Objectives

CCENT: Functions of Routing

  • explain how a packet uses the Layer 2 and Layer 3 protocols in networking
  • identify routing table components, routing protocol administrative distances, and describe the use of static versus dynamic routing
  • discuss components of the routing table and configure dynamic routing

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.