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Networks Unit Plan

Topic Description Lessons
Introduction to Networking Overview of networking concepts and importance. 1
Types of Networks – LAN, WAN, PAN Explanation of different network types and their uses. 1
Network Topologies Discussion of various network layouts (star, ring, mesh, etc.). 1
Client-Server vs Peer-to-Peer Comparison of client-server and peer-to-peer network models. 1
TCP/IP Model Stacks & Layers Introduction to the TCP/IP model and its layers (Application, Transport, etc.). 2
Network Speeds Understanding different network speeds and bandwidth considerations. 1
IP v4, IPv6 & MAC Addresses Detailed explanation of IP addressing and MAC addresses. 2
Wired Networks Overview of wired networking technologies. 2
Wired Network Hardware Examination of hardware used in wired networks (routers, switches, cables, etc.). 2
Wireless Networks Introduction to wireless networking technologies. 2
Wireless Network Hardware Examination of hardware used in wireless networks (access points, adapters, etc.). 2
Mobile Communication Standards Overview of mobile communication standards and technologies (4G, 5G). 2
Internet vs WWW Explanation of the difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web. 1
HTTP, HTML, CSS & JavaScript Introduction to web technologies and their roles. 2
URLs, DNS & Address Resolution Understanding how URLs and DNS work to resolve addresses. 2
Network Security Overview of network security concepts and best practices. 2