Networking Basics with AI
TCP/IP, DNS, and troubleshooting — plus AI-assisted analysis of YOUR captures/notes
Module 1
OSI & TCP/IP Model
Understand network layers and how data is encapsulated from app to wire.
4 lessons
Module 2
IP Addressing
IPv4, subnetting, IPv6, and public vs private address space.
5 lessons
Module 3
Protocols
DNS, HTTP/S, mail protocols, and hands-on Wireshark packet analysis.
5 lessons
Module 4
Transport & Ports
TCP vs UDP, essential port numbers, and local port scanning labs.
4 lessons
Module 5
Troubleshooting & Network Security
NAT, firewalls, layered troubleshooting, and a full connection diagnosis lab.
4 lessons
Module 6
LAN Essentials
Switches, MAC addresses, ARP, DHCP, and a local network exploration lab.
5 lessons
Module 7
DNS Deep Dive
Resolve names safely and understand DNS records defenders read.
5 lessons
Module 8
Firewall Literacy
Understand host firewalls — configure only machines you own.
5 lessons
Module 9
Packet Capture Basics
Capture on localhost / your lab interface — never others’ traffic.
5 lessons
Module 10
AI-Assisted Networking Basics Practice
Use AI Mentor and AI-era threat literacy safely inside Networking Basics — own lab only.
5 lessons