Need source for "basic" networking class

[kranky]

Anyone have any ideas for where to learn something like Fundamentals of Networking? The people needing the class are familiar with PCs but know nothing about networking. All they need to learn is the basics in order to be able to work with some new network-based equipment (not PCs) - IP addressing scheme, subnet mask, ping, troubleshooting, etc.

All the classes I've found are too long and too detailed. Delivery mechanism can be anything - well-written book, self-teaching CD, online, whatever.

I was looking for a classroom setting hoping that would allow some hands-on work but no one offers something like a one-day class which should be all it takes.

Any ideas appreciated.

 

[DaShen]

RFCs are pretty good if you want to look at beginning theory.

http://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc.html

 

[DaShen]

If you want basic, what is wrong with Networking for Dummies.

Network+ book is good, too.

 

[NiKeFiDO]

Network+ is what im using at school right now, was just gonna advise that book also.
Excellent beginners book an gears you towards an A+ certification

 

[thomsbrain]

i had a good networking textbook for a class i took once, but i can't find it or remember the name, so i guess i'm just a huge help to you.

 

[beer]

Originally posted by: DaShen
RFCs are pretty good if you want to look at beginning theory.

http://www.rfc-editor.org/rfc.html

Yea, RFCs, which are almost always written by senior engineers who have been doing systems for decades, are perfect for entry-kevel network understanding!

 

[funkymatt]

Originally posted by: DaShen
If you want basic, what is wrong with Networking for Dummies.

Network+ book is good, too.

ding ding ding

winnar!

 

[kranky]

I'll give Networking for Dummies a go. Thanks to all.