Chapter 1. Introduction to Switched Networks

Introduction (1.0.1.1)
LAN Design (1.1)
Converged Networks (1.1.1)
Growing Complexity of Networks (1.1.1.1)
Elements of a Converged Network (1.1.1.2)
Borderless Switched Networks (1.1.1.3)
Hierarchy in the Borderless Switched Network (1.1.1.4)
Core Distribution Access (1.1.1.5)
Switched Networks (1.1.2)
Role of Switched Networks (1.1.2.1)
Form Factors (1.1.2.2)
The Switched Environment (1.2)
Frame Forwarding (1.2.1)
Switching as a General Concept in Networking and Telecommunications (1.2.1.1)
Dynamically Populating a Switch MAC Address Table (1.2.1.2)
Switch Forwarding Methods (1.2.1.3)
Store-and-Forward Switching (1.2.1.4)
Cut-Through Switching (1.2.1.5)
Switching Domains (1.2.2)
Collision Domains (1.2.2.1)
Broadcast Domains (1.2.2.2)
Alleviating Network Congestion (1.2.2.3)
Summary (1.3)
Practice
Class Activities
Packet Tracer Activities
Check Your Understanding Questions