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Network design training course description This course provides you with the knowledge needed to perform the design of a network infrastructure that supports desired network solutions to achieve effective performance, scalability, and availability. We recognise that the role of design does not normally require hands on skills but hands on sessions are used to reinforce the theory not to teach configuration or troubleshooting. What will you learn Create HA enterprise network designs. Develop optimum Layer 3 designs. Design effective modern WAN and data center networks. Develop effective migration approaches to IPv6. Create effective network security designs. Network design training course details Who will benefit: Anyone involved with network design. Prerequisites: TCP/IP Foundation for engineers Duration 5 days Network design training course contents Part I Reliable, resilient enterprise L2/3 network designOptimal Enterprise Campus Design:Enterprise campus design principles, hierarchy, modularity, flexibility, resiliency.EIGRP design:EIGRP Design, Should you use EIGRP?OSPF design: OSPF scalability designs, OSPF area design, OSPF Full-Mesh Design, OSPF Hub-and-Spoke Design, OSPF convergence design and optimization techniques. IS-IS Design:The protocol, IS-IS hierarchical architecture, IS-IS vs OSPF, IS-IS Deep Dive, IS-IS Design Considerations. BGP design:BGP overview, Designing Scalable iBGP Networks, BGP Route Reflector Design, Enhancing the Design of BGP Policies with BGP Communities, Case Study: Designing Enterprise wide BGP Policies Using BGP Communities, BGP Load-Sharing Design.Part II Enterprise IPv6 Design ConsiderationsIPv6 Design Considerations in the Enterprise: IPv6 Deployment and Design Considerations, Considerations for Migration to IPv6 Design, IPv6 Transition Mechanisms, Final Thoughts on IPv6 Transition Mechanisms. Challenges of the Transition to IPv6: IPv6 Services, Link Layer Security Considerations. Part III Modern Enterprise Wide-Area Networks DesignService Provider-Managed VPNs:Choosing Your WAN Connection, Layer 3 MPLS VPNs, Case Study: MPLS VPN Routing Propagation, Layer 2 MPLS VPN Services. Enterprise-Managed WANs: Enterprise-Managed VPNs, GRE, Multipoint GRE, Point-to-Point and Multipoint GRE, IPsec, IPsec and dynamic VTI, DMVPN, Case Study: EIGRP DMVPN, DMVPN and Redundancy, Case Study: MPLS/VPN over GRE/DMVPN, SSL VPN. Enterprise WAN Resiliency Design: WAN Remote-Site Overview, MPLS L3 WAN Design Models, Common L2 WAN Design Models, Common VPN WAN Design Models, 3G/4G VPN Design Models, Remote Site Using Local Internet, Remote-Site LAN, Case Study: Redundancy and Connectivity, NGWAN, SDWAN, and IWAN Solution Overview, IWAN Design Overview, Enterprise WAN and Access Management. Part IV Enterprise Data Center DesignsMultitier Data Center Designs: Case Study: Small Data Centers (Connecting Servers to an Enterprise LAN), Case Study: Two-Tier Data Center Network Architecture, Case Study: Three-Tier Data Center Network Architecture.Trends and Techniques to Design Modern Data Centers: The Need for a New Network Architecture, Limitations of Current Networking Technology, Modern Data Center Design Techniques and Architectures, Multitenant Data Center. SDN:SDN characteristics, How SDN addresses current Networking Limitations, SDN Architecture Components, SDN Network Virtualization overlays. Data Center Connections:Data Center Traffic Flows, The Need for DCI, IP Address Mobility, Case Study: Dark Fiber DCI, Pseudowire DCI. Part V Design QoS for Optimized User ExperienceQoS Overview:QoS Overview, IntServ versus DiffServ, Classification and Marking, Policers and Shapers, Policing Tools: Single-Rate Three-Color Marker, Policing Tools: TwoRate Three-Color Marker, Queuing Tools, Dropping Tools. QoS design principles and best practices: QoS overview, classification and marking design principles, policing and remarking design principles, queuing design principles, dropping design principles, Per-Hop behavior queue design principles, RFC 4594 QoS Recommendation, QoS Strategy Models. Campus QoS, WAN QoS, Data Center QoS.MPLS VPN QoS Design: The Need for QoS in MPLS VPN, Layer 2 Private WAN QoS Administration, Fully Meshed MPLS VPN QoS Administration, MPLS DiffServ Tunneling Modes, Sample MPLS VPN QoS Roles. IPsec VPN QoS Design: The Need for QoS in IPsec VPN, VPN Use Cases and Their QoS Models, IPsec Refresher, Encryption and Classification: Order of Operations, MTU Considerations, DMVPN QoS Considerations. Part VI IP Multicast DesignEnterprise IP Multicast Design: How Does IP Multicast Work? Multicast Protocols, Multicast Forwarding and RPF Check, Multicast Protocol Basics, PIM-SM Overview, Multicast Routing Table, Basic SSM Concepts, Bidirectional PIM. RP discovery, Anycast RP Features, MSDP. Part VII Designing Optimum Enterprise Network SecurityDesigning Security Services and Infrastructure Protection Network Security Zoning, Designing Infrastructure Protection.Designing firewall & IPS solutions: Firewall architectures, virtualized firewalls. Case Study: Application Tier separation, Case Study: Firewalls in a Data Center, Case Study: Firewall High Availability, IPS Architectures, Case Study: Secure Campus Edge Design (Internet and Extranet Connectivity). IP Multicast Security: Multicast Security Challenges, Multicast Network Security Considerations. Designing Network Access Control Solutions:IEEE 802.1X, EAP, 802.1X supplicants, 802.1X phased deployment, Case Study: Authorization Options. Part VIII Design scenariosDesign Case Studies: 1: Enterprise Connectivity, 2: Enterprise BGP with Internet Connectivity, 3: IPv6, 4: Data Center Connectivity, 5: Resilient Enterprise WAN, 6: Secure Enterprise Network, 7: QoS in the Enterprise Network.

Certificate in Business and Commercial Law (CBCL) Why Attend This course is designed for professionals with little or no prior legal background but who are required to make organizational decisions involving legal matters. It will provide participants with the fundamental principles of commercial law, including commercial contracts and negotiation, sale of goods, intellectual property rights and employee relations. It also covers all the legal aspects of setting up a business, running a business and closing a business Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of international commercial law with emphasis on the common law system. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and analyze key legal issues regarding contracts and the business as a whole which they are likely to encounter within their organization.  Course Methodology In this interactive training course participants will frequently work in pairs as well as in larger groups to complete exercises as well as regional and international case studies. Course Objectives By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Apply legal rules and principles to specific commercial situations through consideration of relevant case law Negotiate commercial contracts complying with commercial and legal requirements Increase profitability within their organization by selecting appropriate methods of distribution of goods Recognize and analyze how intellectual property rights affect their organization Evaluate and modify organizational employment practices complying with labor law requirements Target Audience This course is suitable for those with little or no formal training in commercial law yet would be required to understand the fundamentals of commercial law as it may directly impact their work. It will particularly benefit directors and executives who have direct responsibility for legal decisions within the organization. In-house council new to the region, and those working within a legal department, will also find this course highly beneficial. Target Competencies Drafting Contracts Contract Negotiation Understanding Commercial Terms Understanding Employment Law Implementing Organizational Employment Practices Understanding Intellectual Property Understanding corporate restructuring Understanding the effect of breach of commercial contract terms Note The Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has introduced a Continuing Legal Professional Development (CLPD) programme to legal consultants authorised to practise through a licensed firm in the Emirate of Dubai. We are proud to announce that the Dubai Government Legal Affairs Department has accredited EMG Associates as a CLPD provider. In addition, all our legal programmes have been approved. This PLUS Specialty Training Legal course qualifies for 4 elective CLPD points. Overview of commercial & business law Areas of commercial and business law Types of commercial contracts Commercial contracts in the civil law and common law systems Sources of English law Civil law v Common law Civil law in the GCC Formalities for a binding contract Elements required for an enforceable contract Rules for contract interpretation implied terms v express terms identifying risks and how to minimise risks Structure of a commercial contract Preliminary documents in international transactions Memorandum of Understanding/ Heads of Terms. Are they legally binding? Commercial implications Boilerplate/ miscellaneous provisions- the important but forgotten clauses- beware! Force majeure v Frustration Notices Set off No waiver Entire Agreement/ non- reliance clause Times is of the essence Assignment v Novation Governing law Common mistakes in choice of law Jurisdiction clause Exclusive v Non-exclusive Factors in deciding the jurisdiction clause International dispute resolution Litigation Importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Arbitration Mediations Conciliation Negotiation Remedies for breach of contract Damages Specific performance Injunctions Advantages and disadvantages of different business forms Types of business vehicles Sole trader Partnerships Limited Liability Partnerships Companies Cross Border Transactions Distributorship Agency Joint Venture Acquisitions Share purchase v Business purchase Apportioning risks and liabilities through warranties and indemnities Negotiating warranties and indemnities Corporate insolvency Tests identifying insolvency Consequence for directors who fail to react to insolvency Types of insolvency Administration Receivership Creditor Voluntary Liquidation Compulsory Liquidation Commercial Tort Tort of negligence Defamation Libel Slander Recent case law on defamation Managing risk Prevention is better than cure: Effective risk management Intellectual Property Rights management Types of Intellectual Property copyright trademark patent design rights confidential information Assignment v Granting a license The law of passing off Intellectual Property in the GCC Employment law issues in the common law systems and the GCC Types of employment contracts Grounds for dismissal Wrongful dismissal Redundancy Unfair dismissal Commercial real estate in the GCC Leasehold Freehold

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Application delivery training course description A concise hands on course covering section 1 of the F5 networks AD fundamentals exam. The course focuses on the technology and not any one manufacturers product. This will enable delegates to work with devices from any manufacturer. Practical hands on with Cisco and Microsoft systems follow the major sessions to reinforce the theory. What will you learn Explain, compare and contrast the OSI layers. Explain protocols and technologies specific to the data link layer. Explain protocols and apply technologies specific to the network layer. Explain the features and functionality of protocols and technologies specific to the Transport layer. Explain the features and functionality of protocols and technologies specific to the Application layer Application delivery training course details Who will benefit: Anyone taking the F5 networks AD fundamentals exam. Technical staff working in Application delivery. Prerequisites: None. Duration 3 days Application delivery training course contents What is TCP/IP? Protocols, services. The Internet, RFCs, The OSI 7 layer model. Layer 1 cables. Ping and addressing Host configuration of IP addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, ipconfig, ping. Hands on Configuring TCP/IP, ping. Ethernet and the data link layer 802.3, evolution, choosing cables, topologies, CSMA/CD, hubs, NICs, MAC addresses. Hands on Analysing MAC addresses. IP and Ethernet Relationship. Hands on ARP. What is a switch? Switches connect multiple devices, switches versus hubs, simultaneous conversations, switches work at layer 2, the forwarding database, how the forwarding database is built, broadcast and collision domains. Hands on Difference between hubs and switches. Link aggregation Loops, broadcast storms, STP, Architectures, modes, link aggregation, load sharing, resilience. Hands on fail over times. VLANs Virtual versus physical LANs, Why have VLANs? Broadcast domains. Hands on VLANs effect on traffic. IP IP datagram format, ICMP datagram format. Hands on Analysing IP and ICMP packets. IP addressing Format of addresses, registering, dotted decimal notation, choosing addresses, DHCP. Hands on impact of addressing errors. Routing What is a router? Reason for routing, network addressing, default gateways, how routing works, routing and addresses, routing tables, traceroute. Hands on Using a routed network. Routing protocols IGPs, EGPs, RIP & OSPF. Hands on Configuring routers for RIP and OSPF. Subnetting When to subnet, subnet masks, working with subnetting, CIDR notation. Hands on Changing the routed network to use subnetting. The transport layer UDP, Ports, TCP, acknowledgements, sliding windows. Hands on Analysing packets. Applications Clients, servers, web, Email SMTP, resource sharing, IM, VoIP, Video over IP, terminal emulation, FTP. Hands on FTP, SIP. Web pages URLs, DNS, names to IP addresses. HTTP, versions and status codes. Keepalives, cookies. Hands on Analysing HTTP headers.

Elevate your digital presence with our immersive course bundle, 'Facebook & Youtube Marketing (Social Media Influencer)'. Comprising of 8 meticulously curated courses, this bundle is your gateway to mastering the art of online influence. Start your journey with our 3 QLS-endorsed courses focused on Facebook Marketing Strategy, Youtube Marketing Strategy, and Social Media Influencer Communication Skills, each complemented with a hardcopy certificate upon completion. Expand your horizons with our 5 CPD QS accredited courses, delving deep into the intricate facets of digital marketing, starting an online E-commerce store, and Affiliate Marketing. Moreover, with our elite consultants masterclass, analytics training, and optimization strategies, learn to steer your marketing campaigns to new heights of success. Key Features of the Facebook & Youtube Marketing (Social Media Influencer) Bundle: 3 QLS-Endorsed Courses: We proudly offer 3 QLS-endorsed courses within our Facebook & Youtube Marketing (Social Media Influencer) bundle, providing you with industry-recognized qualifications. Plus, you'll receive a free hardcopy certificate for each of these courses. QLS Course 01: Facebook Marketing Strategy for Business QLS Course 02: Youtube Marketing Strategy QLS Course 03: Social Media Influencer 5 CPD QS Accredited Courses: Additionally, our bundle includes 5 relevant CPD QS accredited courses, ensuring that you stay up-to-date with the latest industry standards and practices. Course 01: Digital Marketing Starting an Online E-Commerce Store Course 02: Digital Marketing Agency Elite Consultants Masterclass Course 03: Affiliate Marketing Passive Income Made Easy Course 04: Youtube Marketing and Analytics Training Course 05: Learn to Optimize Results With Facebook Analytics In Addition, you'll get Five Career Boosting Courses absolutely FREE with this Bundle. Course 01: Professional CV Writing Course 02: Job Search Skills Course 03: Self-Esteem & Confidence Building Course 04: Professional Diploma in Stress Management Course 05: Complete Communication Skills Master Class Convenient Online Learning: Our Facebook & Youtube Marketing (Social Media Influencer) courses are accessible online, allowing you to learn at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home. Grasp the nuances of these platforms, and turn your social media influence into a potent tool for revenue generation and growth. Unlock your potential with our comprehensive course bundle and take the first steps towards a prosperous digital career. Learning Outcomes: Understand the intricacies of Facebook and Youtube marketing strategies. Develop communication skills tailored to social media influence. Acquire knowledge on setting up a successful online E-commerce store. Master affiliate marketing and establish passive income streams. Learn to interpret marketing analytics on Youtube and Facebook for enhanced results. Understand how to optimise results using Facebook Analytics. Gain knowledge on managing a digital marketing agency. This bundle, 'Facebook & Youtube Marketing (Social Media Influencer)', presents a robust selection of 8 courses designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of digital marketing strategies. You'll embark on a journey, learning how to leverage Facebook and Youtube, two of the world's most powerful platforms, for marketing and growth. From launching a thriving E-commerce store to understanding the intricacies of Affiliate Marketing, our courses offer invaluable insights into the digital landscape. The knowledge you gain will empower you to interpret and leverage analytics, optimise your marketing results, and become a successful social media influencer. With these tools, you'll be equipped to forge a prosperous path in the digital realm. CPD 250 CPD hours / points Accredited by CPD Quality Standards Who is this course for? Individuals aspiring to become social media influencers. Professionals interested in understanding Facebook and Youtube marketing strategies. Entrepreneurs planning to start an online E-commerce store. Individuals seeking knowledge about Affiliate Marketing and digital marketing consultancy. Career path Social Media Influencer: (£20,000 - £100,000+) Facebook Marketing Strategist: (£28,000 - £60,000) Youtube Marketing Specialist: (£25,000 - £55,000) Digital Marketing Consultant: (£30,000 - £70,000) E-commerce Store Owner: (£20,000 - £200,000+) Affiliate Marketer: (£20,000 - £100,000+) Certificates Digital certificate Digital certificate - Included Hard copy certificate Hard copy certificate - Included

REXX training course description A hands on training course covering the Restructured EXtended eXecutor (REXX) language. A large number of exercises are used to reinforce and emphasise lecture sessions. What will you learn Write REXX programs. Debug REXX programs. Examine existing code and determine its function. REXX training course details Who will benefit: Anyone wishing to learn REXX. Prerequisites: None although experience in another high level language would be useful. Duration 3 days REXX training course contents Introduction to REXX What is REXX? REXX environments, invoking a REXX exec, a sample REXX exec, REXX clause types. REXX variables and data Literal data, variable data, assignment, simple variables, compound variables, stem variables, constant data, numeric data, arithmetic operations, character manipulation, hexadecimal data. The parse instruction Parse format, Parse examples, Parse arg, Parse pull, Parse value, special templates, place holders, literal templates, numeric templates, variable templates. Control structures Relational conditions, logical operators, simple selection, looping: uncontrolled and controlled loops, infinite loops, conditional loops, controlling loops, leave, iterate, multiple selection, instructions for subroutines, exit. Sub routines and functions Internal and external subroutines, call, ARG(), ARG(n)return, exit, scope of variables, procedure, functions, built in functions, overriding built in functions. Performing I/O Command conventions, preparing to read a file, execio, limitations, execio for reading, DISKR, DISKRU, DISKW, return codes. External functions listdsi, msg, outtrap, prompt, sysdsn, sysvar, storage Tracing Immediate commands, the trace facility, signal and call statements. Built in functions Text handling functions, string handling, word handling, arithmetic, data conversion, bit manipulation, environment. The data stack Data stack structure, REXX instructions for the data stack, REXX functions for the data stack, TSO/E commands for the data stack. REXX in batch TSO/E foreground. TSO/E background.

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Who is this Course for? Mastering Unity 3D Intermediate Level Training Course Our Unity 3D training programs are tailored for individuals aspiring to become game developers, creative minds, & enthusiasts keen to explore the realm of game development. Learn 3D & 2D games or looking to master Unity's cross-platform features. Click here for more info: Website Duration: 20 hours Approach: 1-on-1 Individualized Attention & Customized Content Timetable: Scheduling any hour between 9 am and 7 pm, from Mon to Sat Course Overview: Sessions 1-2: Introduction to Unity Familiarize yourself with Unity's interface and workspace Create a new Unity project and set up the initial scene and navigation Sessions 3-4: Asset Management Explore and download free assets Import various asset types into Unity and understand their applications Sessions 5-6: Environmental Design Utilize Unity's terrain tools for environment creation Enhance scenes with textures, materials, and environmental objects Sessions 7-8: Character Development Design 3D character models Rig, animate, and import characters into Unity Sessions 9-10: Player Interaction Set up player controls and script basic movements Implement camera controls for seamless gameplay experiences Sessions 11-12: Physics and Realism Understand and implement physics in Unity Configure collisions, gravity, force, and torque for realistic interactions Sessions 13-14: Audio Enhancement Master audio implementation with sound effects and background music Fine-tune volume and pitch for immersive gameplay Sessions 15-16: Lighting and Visual Effects Employ advanced lighting techniques, including dynamic day-night cycles Enhance visuals with lens flares and particle systems Sessions 17-18: User Interface Design Construct user interfaces using Unity's canvas system Integrate interactive elements such as buttons and menus, ensuring smooth functionality Sessions 19-20: Optimization and Performance Implement optimization techniques and utilize the profiler for performance analysis Improve frame rates and reduce memory usage for seamless gameplay Session 21-22: Multiplayer Integration Explore multiplayer implementation and set up local multiplayer games Session 23-24: Mobile Game Development Discover mobile game development in Unity Build, deploy, and optimize games for mobile devices, focusing on performance and controls Session 25: Advanced Topics Delve into advanced scripting techniques, including coroutines, delegates, and events Explore shader programming and visual effects, and venture into VR development with Unity and Oculus Quest Final Project: Create a Comprehensive Game Test the game thoroughly, identify and resolve bugs Make necessary adjustments and improvements for a polished final product Experience the Real-Time Development Platform: Unleash your creativity and create 3D, 2D, VR, and AR experiences across various industries, including games, automotive, AEC, film, and more. Unity Pro offers a complete solution to develop better, iterate faster, and grow your business. Enjoy amazing games and immersive experiences with multi-platform support. Get started today: Unity Pro. Learning Outcomes: Participants will gain expertise in Unity 3D, mastering asset management, environmental design, character animation, player interaction, physics, audio, lighting, UI, optimization, and advanced scripting. They will develop a complete game, honing skills in debugging and project completion. Career Opportunities: Graduates can pursue roles as Game Developers, Mobile Game Developers, VR/AR Developers, Game Designers, UI/UX Designers, Game Testers, Indie Game Developers, Educational Game Developers, Freelance Developers, or Game Development Instructors, leveraging their Unity 3D skills for diverse and exciting career paths in the gaming industry. Skills Acquired: Participants in the Mastering Unity 3D Intermediate Level Training Course will gain advanced proficiency in Unity 3D game development, including: Advanced 3D Game Development Techniques Real-time Physics and Animation Skills Multiplatform Game Deployment Expertise Job Opportunities: Upon completion, individuals can pursue roles such as: Game Developer Unity 3D Programmer AR/VR Developer Interactive Simulation Designer This course equips participants with the expertise required for exciting opportunities in game development studios, AR/VR companies, and interactive media agencies, setting the stage for a successful career in the gaming and simulation industry. Course Advantages: Comprehensive Unity Mastery: Develop expertise in various Unity aspects, including game design, scripting, animation, and optimization. Hands-On Project Experience: Engage in practical projects mirroring real-world game development, enhancing your skills and portfolio. Interactive Live Instruction: Learn from experienced instructors in real-time, encouraging interactive discussions, Q&A sessions, and personalized guidance. Flexible Learning Paths: Opt for in-person or online classes, ensuring accessible and convenient learning tailored to your needs. Lesson Revisions: Access recorded lessons, allowing flexible review and reinforcement of concepts at your own pace. Lifetime Email Support: Benefit from ongoing support via email, where experts are available to assist with any questions or challenges, even after the course concludes.

Network forensics training course description This course studies network forensics-monitoring and analysis of network traffic for information gathering, intrusion detection and legal evidence. We focus on the technical aspects of network forensics rather than other skills such as incident response procedures etc.. Hands on sessions follow all the major sections. What will you learn Recognise network forensic data sources. Perform network forensics using: Wireshark NetFlow Log analysis Describe issues such as encryption. Network forensics training course details Who will benefit: Technical network and/or security staff. Prerequisites: TCP/IP foundation for engineers. Duration 3 days Network forensics training course contents What is network forensics? What it is, host vs network forensics, purposes, legal implications, network devices, network data sources, investigation tools. Hands on whois, DNS queries. Host side network forensics Services, connections tools. Hands on Windows services, Linux daemons, netstat, ifoconfig/ipconfig, ps and Process explorer, ntop, arp, resource monitor. Packet capture and analysis Network forensics with Wireshark, Taps, NetworkMiner. Hands on Performing Network Traffic Analysis using NetworkMiner and Wireshark. Attacks DOS attacks, SYN floods, vulnerability exploits, ARP and DNS poisoning, application attacks, DNS ANY requests, buffer overflow attacks, SQL injection attack, attack evasion with fragmentation. Hands on Detecting scans, using nmap, identifying attack tools. Calculating location Timezones, whois, traceroute, geolocation. Wifi positioning. Hands on Wireshark with GeoIP lookup. Data collection NetFlow, sflow, logging, splunk, splunk patterns, GRR. HTTP proxies. Hands on NetFlow configuration, NetFlow analysis. The role of IDS, firewalls and logs Host based vs network based, IDS detection styles, IDS architectures, alerting. Snort. syslog-ng. Microsoft log parser. Hands on syslog, Windows Event viewer. Correlation Time synchronisation, capture times, log aggregation and management, timelines. Hands on Wireshark conversations. Other considerations Tunnelling, encryption, cloud computing, TOR. Hands on TLS handshake in Wireshark.

OpenStack for NFV and SDN course description OpenStack is predominately a cloud management technology. This course looks at how OpenStack can be used in a NFV and SDN environment. What will you learn Describe the architecture of NFV. Explain the relationship between NFV and SDN. Implement NFV VIM using OpenStack. Explain how OpenStack as VNFM and orchestrator works. OpenStack for NFV and SDN course details Who will benefit: Anyone wishing to implement NFV using OpenStack. Prerequisites: Introduction to Virtualization Duration 3 day OpenStack for NFV and SDN course content What is NFV? What is NFV? What are network Functions? NFV benefits, NFV market drivers. ETSI NFV framework. ETSI documents, Architecture overview, compute domain, hypervisor domain, infrastructure network domain. What is OpenStack? Virtual machines, clouds, management. OpenStack architecture, OpenStack modules. Why OpenStack for NFV? Hands on OpenStack installation. OpenStack Virtualization and NFV Server, storage and network virtualization and NFV. Where OpenStack fits in the ETSI framework. Virtual machines, containers and docker. Data centres, clouds, SaaS, IaaS, PaaS. Hands on OpenStack Iaas, OpenStack Nova. The virtualization layer VM centric model, containers versus hypervisors, FD.io. Hands on OpenStack as the VIM. OpenStack Neutron VXLAN, Networks, subnets, ports. Security groups. Routers. Service and component hierarchy. Hands on Implementing a virtual network with OpenStack Neutron. Virtualization of Network Functions Network virtualization versus Network Function virtualization. NFV MANO Management and Orchestration. Where OpenStack fits. MANO descriptors, Open orchestration. OpenStack Tacker, Open MANO, OpenBaton, other orchestrators. OpenStack Tacker Installation, getting started, configuration. SFC and OpenStack. Hands on Deploying a VNF. OPNFV What is OPNFV, Where OpenStack fits into OPNFV. SDN What is SDN? Control and data planes. SDN controllers. Classic SDN versus real SDN. Hybrid SDN, network automation, SDN with overlays. Northbound, southbound, SDN protocols, OpenFlow, OpenDaylight, ONOS, SDN with NFV. SDN and OpenStack. Summary Deploying NFV, performance, testing. Futures