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CWNA training course description A hands-on course focusing on the technical support of WiFi. Wireless LANs are often seen as simple communications that are simply installed and then left alone to work. This course ensures that delegates will be able to install WiFi networks which work but also enable the delegates to troubleshoot WiFi when it does go wrong. What will you learn Compare 802.11 standards. Configure WiFi networks. Troubleshoot WiFi networks using spectrum analysers, Wireshark and other tools. Implement 802.11 security. Perform RF surveys. CWNA training course details Who will benefit: Technical staff working with WiFi networks. Anyone wishing to pass the CWNA exam. Prerequisites: Intro to data communications & networking Duration 5 days CWNA training course contents Introduction History, standards. RF fundamentals What is RF? Wavelength, Frequency, Amplitude, Phase. Wave behaviour. RF components. Watts, mW, dB, SNR, Link budgets. Hands on Spectrum analysis. Listing WiFi networks. WiFi connection. inSSIDer. Antennas Radiation envelopes, polar charts, gain, Antenna types. Line of Sight, MIMO. Hands on Connecting, installing, changing antennae. RSSI values. 802.11 802.11-2007, 802.11 post 2007, 802.11 drafts. 802.11 b/g/n. Hands on WiFi performance measurement. Spread Spectrum RF frequency bands, FHSS, DSSS, OFDM. Channels. Hands on Configuring channels. Topologies Mesh, Access points, distribution systems, SSID. Hands on AP configuration. Client connection profiles. 802.11 MAC CSMA/CA, Management frames, control frames, data frames. Passive scanning, active scanning. Open system authentication. Shared Key authentication. Association. RTS/CTS. Power management. Hands on Capturing frames, analysing frames. WiFi architecture WiFi client, WLAN architecture: Autonomous, Centralised, distributed. WiFi bridges. WiFi routers. PoE. Hands on WLAN controllers. Troubleshooting RF interference, multipath, adjacent channels, low SNR, mismatched power. Coverage, capacity. 802.11 Security Basics, Legacy security: WEP, MAC filters, SSID cloaking. PSK, 8021.X/EAP, WPA/WPA2. TKIP/ CCMP encryption. Guest WLANs. Wireless attacks, intrusion monitoring. Hands on WEP cracking, WPA2 configuration. RADIUS. RF Site surveys Protocol and spectrum analysis, coverage analysis. Site survey tools. Hands on Performing a site survey.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for Network Engineers Channel Partners System Engineers Overview By the end of this course, you will be able to: Describe how ONTAP 9 fits into NetApp?s Cloud and Data Fabric strategy Identify supported ONTAP platforms Define ONTAP cluster components Create a cluster Manage ONTAP administrators Configure and manage storage resources Configure and manage networking resources Describe a Storage Virtual Machine?s (SVM?s) role in NetApp?s storage architecture Create and configure an SVM Create and manage FlexVols Implement storage efficiency features Create protocol servers within an SVM Upgrade and revert ONTAP patches and releases Describe the levels on which ONTAP protects data Describe the ONTAP 9 data protection features Understand the various data mirroring relationships available with ONTAP 9 Configure and operate SnapMirror and SnapVault data replication Demonstrate Storage Virtual Machine data protection Explain the components and configuration involved with SyncMirror and MetroCluster Describe NDMP protocol operation, configuration and management Pre/Post Assessment The ONTAP 9.0 Cluster Administration and Data Protection combo course uses lecture and hands-on exercises to teach basic administration and configuration of a cluster as well as the core backup and restore technologies found in ONTAP 9. The hands-on labs allow you to practice working with ONTAP features and manage your storage and network resources using the cluster shell and OnCommand System Manager. You will learn how to implement and manage SnapMirror, SnapVault, and SnapLock technology which are used to replicate and restore mission-critical data in the enterprise. The course also surveys real-world scenarios and use cases to teach you when to use each of the NetApp protection solutions. Backup and restore operations are taught using the command line and OnCommand System Manager.Includes: ONTAP commands for software versions 8.3.x to 9.0 The ONTAP 9.0 Cluster Administration and Data Protection combo course uses lecture and hands-on exercises to teach basic administration and configuration of a cluster as well as the core backup and restore technologies found in ONTAP 9. The hands-on labs allow you to practice working with ONTAP features and manage your storage and network resources using the cluster shell and OnCommand System Manager. You will learn how to implement and manage SnapMirror, SnapVault, and SnapLock technology which are used to replicate and restore mission-critical data in the enterprise. The course also surveys real-world scenarios and use cases to teach you when to use each of the NetApp protection solutions. Backup and restore operations are taught using the command line and OnCommand System Manager. Includes: ONTAP commands for software versions 8.3.x to 9.0

Course Overview Cyber Security Awareness Training is designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge to identify, manage, and reduce cyber risks in both personal and professional environments. This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats and the proactive steps necessary to mitigate them. Through clear, accessible content, learners will explore key areas such as cyber attacks, password management, data breaches, and safe internet practices. By the end of the programme, participants will be able to recognise potential cyber threats, protect sensitive information, and contribute to creating a more secure digital environment. Whether for personal confidence or professional enhancement, this course offers crucial insights to stay safe in today’s technology-driven world. It is suitable for individuals at all levels, ensuring a solid foundation for developing cyber security awareness and resilience against emerging digital risks. Course Description This Cyber Security Awareness Training course delves deeper into the principles of protecting information and systems from cyber threats. Learners will explore common cyber attacks, cybercrimes, and the consequences of data breaches, alongside strategies for strengthening password security and practising safe internet browsing. The training also covers essential topics such as securing remote work environments, managing devices securely, and applying preventative measures to mitigate risks. Throughout the course, participants will engage with structured, easy-to-understand materials designed to build their confidence and competence in cyber security awareness. Learners will gain the ability to assess potential vulnerabilities, adopt safer digital habits, and contribute to wider organisational security initiatives. Delivered in a flexible, accessible format, the course is structured to support learners in developing critical thinking around cyber security issues while enhancing their ability to respond effectively to real-world digital threats. Course Modules Module 01: Introduction to Cyber Security Module 02: Cyber Attacks Module 03: Cybercrimes Module 04: Cyber Security and Data Breaches Module 05: Password Management Module 06: Internet Browsing Module 07: Office and Remote Work Security Module 08: Device Management Module 09: Preventative Measures (See full curriculum) Who is this course for? Individuals seeking to enhance their understanding of cyber threats and secure their digital presence. Professionals aiming to strengthen workplace cyber security practices. Beginners with an interest in cyber security, information security, or technology sectors. Employees required to complete cyber security awareness as part of corporate compliance programmes. Small business owners wishing to protect their business operations and client data. Career Path Cyber Security Assistant IT Support Analyst Security Awareness Coordinator Risk and Compliance Assistant Data Protection Officer Network Security Administrator Information Security Officer Technical Support Specialist Digital Operations Executive

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Operators of Juniper Networks security solutions, including network engineers, administrators, support personnel, and resellers. Overview Identify high-level security challenges in today's networks. Identify products that are incorporated into the Juniper Connected Security solution. Explain the value of implementing security solutions. Explain how Juniper Connected Security solves the cyber security challenges of the future. Explain the SRX Series devices and the added capabilities that next-generation firewalls provide. Explain traffic flows through the SRX Series devices. List the different security objects and how to create them. Describe interface types and perform basic interface configuration tasks. Describe the initial configuration for an SRX Series device. Explain security zones. Describe screens and their use. Explain address objects. Describe services and their use. Describe the purpose for security policies on an SRX Series device. Describe zone-based policies. Describe global policies and their use. Explain unified security policies. Configure unified security policies with the J-Web user interface. Describe IDP signatures. Configure an IDP policy using predefined templates with the J-Web user interface. Describe the use and configuration of the integrated user firewall feature. Describe the UTM security services List the available UTM services on the SRX Series device. Configure UTM filtering on a security policy with the J-Web user interface. Explain Sky ATP's use in security. Describe how Sky ATP and SRX Series devices operate together in blocking threats. Describe NAT and why it is used. Explain source NAT and when to use it. Explain destination NAT and when to use it. Explain static NAT and its uses. Describe the operation and configuration the different types of NAT. Identify various types of VPNs. Describe IPsec VPNs and their functionality. Describe how IPsec VPNs are established. Describe IPsec traffic processing. Configure IPsec VPNs with the J-Web user interface. Describe and configure proxy IDs and traffic selectors with the J-Web user interface. Monitor IPsec VPNs with the J-Web user interface. Describe the J-Web monitoring features. Explain the J-Web reporting features. Describe the Sky Enterprise service and how it can save resources. Explain the functionality of Junos Space Security Director. This course is designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge required to work with SRX Series devices. This course will use the J-Web user interface to introduce students to the Junos operating system. Module 1: COURSE INTRODUCTION COURSE INTRODUCTION Module 2: Juniper Security Concept Security Challenges Security Design Overview Juniper Connected Security Module 3: Juniper Connected Security ? SRX Series Devices Connected Security Interfaces Initial Configuration LAB 1: Initial Configuration Module 4: Security Objects Security Zone Objects Security Screen Objects Security Address Objects Security Services Objects LAB 2: Creating Security Objects with J-Web Module 5: Security Policies Security Policy Overview Zone-Based Policies Global Security Policies Application Firewall with Unified Security Policies LAB 3: Creating Security Policies with J-Web Module 6: Security Services ? IDP and User Firewall IDP Security Services Integrated User Firewall LAB 4: Adding IDP and User Firewall Security Services to Security Policies Module 7: Security Services ? UTM Content Filtering Web Filtering Antivirus Antispam LAB 5: Adding UTM Security Services to Security Policies Module 8: Juniper Connected Security ? Sky AT Sky ATP Overview Blocking Threats Lab 6: Demonstrating Sky ATP Module 9: Network Address Translation NAT Overview Source NAT Destination NAT Static NAT Lab 7: Implementing Network Address Translation Module 10: IPsec VPN Concepts VPN Types Secure VPN Requirements IPsec Tunnel Establishment IPsec Traffic Processing Module 11: Site-to-Site VPNs IPsec Configuration IPsec Site-to-Site Tunne Lab 8: Implementing Site-to-Site IPsec VPNs Module 12: Monitoring and Reporting J-Web monitoring options J-Web Reporting options Lab 9: Using Monitoring and Reporting Appendix A: SRX Series Hardware Appendix D: Sky Enterprise Services Appendix B: Virtual SRX Appendix EJunos Space Security Director Appendix CCLI Prime

Fibre Optic cabling training course description A hands on course covering installation, splicing and testing of fibre optic cabling. What will you learn Describe different types of fibre cable and where to use them Install fibre optic cable. Splice fibre optic cable. Test fibre optic cable. Fibre Optic cabling training course details Who will benefit: Cable installation professionals. Prerequisites: None Duration 3 days Fibre Optic cabling training course contents Fibre optic transmission Physics of light, optical modes, light propagation, light guiding, dispersion, light spectrum, fibre versus copper comparison, fibre cable types and their uses, WDM and DWDM. Fibre optic cable Single mode, Multi mode, diameters, step-index fibre, graded index fibre, loose tube, tight buffered, cable jackets, distance limitations, indoor versus outdoors. Fibre optic network components ST, SC, FC and other connectors, termination methods, joint enclosures, transmitters, light sources, laser, LED, receivers, detectors. Installation BS.7718. Safe working practices, site surveys, recommended installation procedures, cable handling issues, bending radius, techniques and tools, documentation. Splicing Joining fibres, splicers, fusion splicing, mechanical splicing, splicing procedure, cleaving, splicing parameters, splicing vs. connectors. Measurement parameters and applications Power measurement, loss measurement, return loss measurement, receiver sensitivity measurement, budget calculations. Testing Optical power meter, optical light source, optical attenuator, return loss meter, continuity testing, insertion loss testing, OTDR features and principles, OTDR capabilities and limitations, using an OTDR, troubleshooting.

Duration 4 Days 24 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is as follows: Security administrators Security consultants Network administrators System engineers Technical support personnel Channel partners and resellers Overview Upon completing this course, the learner will be able to meet these overall objectives: Define the use and placement IDS/IPS components. Identify Snort features and requirements. Compile and install Snort. Define and use different modes of Snort. Install and utilize Snort supporting software. Securing Cisco Networks with Open Source Snort (SSFSNORT) v3.0 is a 4-day course that shows you how to deploy Snort© in small to enterprise-scale implementations. You will learn how to install, configure, and operate Snort in Intrusion Detection System (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) modes. You?ll practice installing and configuring Snort, utilize additional software tools and define rules to configure and improve the Snort environment, and more. The course qualifies for 32 Cisco Continuing Education credits (CE) towards recertification.This course will help you:Learning how to implement Snort, an open-source, rule-based, intrusion detection and prevention system. Gain leading-edge skills for high-demand responsibilities focused on security. Module 1: Detecting Intrusions with Snort 3.0 History of Snort IDS IPS IDS vs. IPS Examining Attack Vectors Application vs. Service Recognition Module 2: Sniffing the Network Protocol Analyzers Configuring Global Preferences Capture and Display Filters Capturing Packets Decrypting Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) Encrypted Packets Module 3: Architecting Nextgen Detection Snort 3.0 Design Modular Design Support Plug Holes with Plugins Process Packets Detect Interesting Traffic with Rules Output Data Module 4: Choosing a Snort Platform Provisioning and Placing Snort Installing Snort on Linux Module 5: Operating Snort 3.0 Start Snort Monitor the System for Intrusion Attempts Define Traffic to Monitor Log Intrusion Attempts Actions to Take When Snort Detects an Intrusion Attempt License Snort and Subscriptions Module 6: Examining Snort 3.0 Configuration Introducing Key Features Configure Sensors Lua Configuration Wizard Module 7: Managing Snort Pulled Pork Barnyard2 Elasticsearch, Logstash, and Kibana (ELK) Module 8: Analyzing Rule Syntax and Usage Anatomy of Snort Rules Understand Rule Headers Apply Rule Options Shared Object Rules Optimize Rules Analyze Statistics Module 9: Use Distributed Snort 3.0 Design a Distributed Snort System Sensor Placement Sensor Hardware Requirements Necessary Software Snort Configuration Monitor with Snort Module 10: Examining Lua Introduction to Lua Get Started with Lua

3G training course description This course is designed to give the delegate an understanding of the technologies used within a 3G UMTS mobile network. During the course we will investigate the UMTS air interface and the use of Wideband-Code Division Multiple Access (WCDMA) to facilitate high speed data access, together with HSPA to offer mobile broadband services. We will describe the use of soft handover rather than hard handover procedures and soft capacity sharing. The course includes a brief exploration of the UMTS protocol stack and the use of PDP Context and QoS support features. What will you learn Explain the 3G UMTS architecture. Describe the role of a Drifting & Serving RNC. Explain the use of ARQ & HARQ for mobile broadband. Describe how IMS integrates into the architecture. Describe the use of Media Gateway Controllers. Identify the temporary identities used within 3G UMTS. 3G training course details Who will benefit: Anyone working within the telecommunications area, especially within the mobile environment. Prerequisites: Mobile communications demystified Telecommunications Introduction Duration 2 days 3G training course contents D3GPP specifications 3GPP standards body, Evolution path, Frequency and bandwidth, Conceptual model, UMTS general architecture, UTRAN architecture & radio access bearer. CDMA principles CDMA principle, Code characteristics, Code requirements. CDMA requirements Synchronization, Power control, Soft handover, Rake receiver, Antenna consideration, Multi-user detection. Radio interface protocol architecture Access stratum & non-access stratum, Overall protocol structure, Logical and transport channels, Physical channels, Protocol termination. Layer 2 Protocols Medium Access Control (MAC) Protocol, Radio Link Control (RLC) Protocol, Packet Data Convergence Protocol (PDCP) protocol, Radio Interface for Broadcast/Multicast Services. Radio Resource Control (RRC) Protocol RRC Architecture, RRC Protocol State, Broadcast of information, RRC connection management, Radio bearer management, RRC connection mobility functions, Power control, Ciphering and Integrity. Mobile procedures Mobility management states and transitions, UMTS identities, Procedures in Idle mode (location updates, cell selection/ re-selection), Circuit-switched call set-up, Packet-switched context activation and context preservation, Data transfer initialization, Soft-handover procedure. Introduction to HSPA The need for high speed data, Fast HARQ, Improved scheduling, Additional channels, Soft combining, HS-DSCH codes, Uplink HSPA vs downlink HSPA, Full HSPA, Use of MIMO, Enhanced CELL_FACH.

Video coding training course description This course investigates the characteristics of video coding with an emphasis on compression and the standards used in IP networks. What will you learn Explain how video coding works. Describe the main video coding standards. Evaluate and compare the major video coding standards. Video coding training course details Who will benefit: Anyone working with MPEG. Prerequisites: None. Duration 2 days Video coding training course contents Introduction Video coding systems, encoding, transmission, decoding. Digital video formats: Old formats (CIF…), PC formats (VGA…), SD, HD, UHD. Video codecs What is a CODEC, pictures and audio, digitisation, sampling, quantisation, encoding, compressing. Codec types Lossy, lossless, uncompressed. Quality, bandwidth. Video Fps, bitstreams, pictures, frames, fields. Aspect ratios. Colour Colour perception, RGB, YUV, YCbCr sampling, 4:00, 4:2:0, 4:2:2, 4:4:4. Hybrid video coding scheme Picture partitioning, intra prediction, inter prediction, motion estimation, residual coding, in loop filtering, entropy coding. Containers Relationship with codecs, audio, video. Audio Video Interleave (.avi), .asf, QuickTime, AVCHD, Flash, .mp4, 3gp. MPEG-TS. MPEG Analysing MPEG frames. Video coding standards H.264/AVC: Profiles MPEG, bit rates, resolution. I, B, P frames, GOP. MPEG 2, MPEG 4, H.264, H.265, VP9, AV1. Hands onand levels, how it works. H.265/HEVC: Profiles and levels, Quadtrees, slices, how it works. Open video coding: VP8, VP9, AV1.

TETRA training course description This 2 day training course covers the network architecture required for TETRA. It also looks at the Air Interface, TETRA Functions and Procedures. What will you learn Describe the TETRA Architecture Describe the Air Interface Explain the TETRA Functions Explain the TETRA Procedures TETRA training course details Who will benefit: Anyone working with TETRA. Prerequisites: None. Duration 2 days TETRA training course contents Introduction History of PMR, ETSI development, Tetra function, Tetra markets, Tetra standards, Tetra supplier base, Tetra Release 1, Tetra Release 2. Network Architecture Mobile network Identity, Mobile stations, Base station, Switching & Management, Addresses & Identitie. Air Interface Modulation, TDMA Format, FD, Framin, Burst format, Traffic Channel TCH, Dedicated Channel DCC, Common Control Channel CCC, Signalling Channel SCH, Logical Control mapping LCM, Protocol stack, Voice coded. TETRA Functions Trunked mode operation, User hierarchies, Individual calling, Group calling, Supplementary services, Voice and Data, Data services, Direct mode operation, Tetra WAP, Circuit mode priorities, Circuit mode data, Packet mode data, Discrete and Ambient listening. Automatic vehicle locator. TETRA Procedures MS operational modes, Mobility management, Cell selection, Security & Authentication, Decryption options, Cell setup, Channel assignment, Network management - internal, Network management -external, PSTN Gateway, ISDN Gateway, Control Room Gateway.

MPEG training course description This course studies the MPEG standards for video and audio compression. A major focus is on MPEG-4 and MPEG-TS. Hands on includes decoding and analysing MPEG streams. What will you learn Recognise the main MPEG standards. Describe the techniques used in MPEG video and audio compression. Compare MPEG2m MPEG4 and MPEG-H. Describe the MPEG-TS. Analyse MPEG streams. MPEG training course details Who will benefit: Anyone working with MPEG. Prerequisites: None. Duration 2 days MPEG training course contents Introduction What is MPEG? MPEG and VCEG, MPEG 1, MPEG 2, MPEG-3, MPEG-4, MPEG-H, others, codecs and containers, licensing and patents, parts and layers (System, Video, Audio, others). MPEG2 DVD, DVB, characteristics, MPEG2 Part2, audio MPEG2 Part 7 (AAC). MPEG tools Wireshark, vlc, analysers, decoders, ffmpeg, wowzer. MPEG2 Video compression Sampling, bit rates, resolution. Inter and Intra frame coding, I, B, P frames, GOP, slices, blocks, macroblocks. Motion estimation. Hands on Analysing MPEG frames. MPEG4 Profiles and levels, Enhancements, Parts 1,2,3, Part 10 and AVC, Part 14 and mp4. Performance versus MPEG2. MPEG audio Coding, frequencies, bit rates. MPEG-TS PES, Transport Streams, TS elements, packets, PID, Programs, PSI, PAT, PMT, synchronisation, PCR, PTS. MPEG-H Part 2 HEVC, benefits, improvements. Video codecs What is a CODEC, pictures and audio, digitisation, sampling, quantisation, encoding, compressing.