Firewall

Understanding Firewalls:

What is a firewall and how it works.
Types of firewalls (hardware, software, cloud-based).
Stateful vs. stateless firewalls.
Configuring Firewalls:

Setting up firewall rules and policies.
Creating access control lists (ACLs).
Advanced filtering (deep packet inspection, application-layer filtering).
Firewall Management and Monitoring:

Log analysis and threat detection.
VPN configuration for secure remote access.
High availability (HA) and failover strategies.
Popular Firewall Technologies Covered:

Cisco ASA/Firepower.
Palo Alto Networks.
Fortinet FortiGate.
Check Point.

Networking Fundamentals:

IP addressing and subnetting.
Ethernet, switching, and VLANs.
Routing concepts and protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP).
Network Access and Connectivity:

Configuring switches and routers.
Setting up wireless networks.
Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies.
Security and Automation:

Basics of network security and firewalls.
Access control lists (ACLs).
Introduction to network automation and programmability.
Hands-On Labs:

Real-world scenarios using Cisco Packet Tracer and live equipment.
Configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, and VLANs.
Network simulations to prepare for the CCNA certification exam.
Key Topics Covered:
Cisco networking devices and architecture.
WAN technologies (VPNs, MPLS).
IPv4 and IPv6 basics.
Cisco command-line interface (CLI).