Network Monitoring Concepts (N10-009)

Welcome to the Network Monitoring Concepts Practice Lab. In this module, you will be provided with the instructions and devices needed to develop your hands-on skills.

Network monitoring involves the observation and analysis of traffic to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability. Packet capture, a fundamental aspect of network monitoring, includes intercepting and recording data packets as they traverse the network through an interface, allowing administrators to inspect and troubleshoot issues at the packet level.

Network discovery plays a crucial role in understanding the network’s topology, identifying connected devices, and mapping interconnections, aiding in efficient resource management and security enforcement.

In this module, you will explore the networking monitoring concepts of packet capture and network discovery.

Overview

Learning Outcomes:

In this module, you will complete the following exercises:

  • Exercise 1 – Packet Capture
  • Exercise 2 – Network Discovery

After completing this module, you should be able to:

  • Utilize Wireshark
  • Utilize pfSense Packet Capture
  • Conduct an Ad hoc Host Discovery
  • Conduct a Scheduled Host Discovery

Exam Objectives:

The following exam objectives are covered in this module:

3.2 Given a scenario, use network monitoring technologies

  • Methods
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