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Network architects and administrators must be able to show what their

1.3.1 Network Representations networks will look like. They need to be able to easily see which
components connect to other components, where they will be located,
and how they will be connected. Diagrams of networks often use
1.3.2 Topology Diagrams
symbols, like those shown in the figure, to represent the different
devices and connections that make up a network.
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A diagram provides an easy way to understand how devices connect in
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a large network. This type of “picture” of a network is known as a
topology diagram. The ability to recognize the logical representations
of the physical networking components is critical to being able to
 visualize the organization and operation of a network.

Network Media
In addition to these representations, specialized terminology is used to
2.0 Introduction  describe how each of these devices and media connect to each other:

2.1 Cisco IOS Access  Network Interface Card (NIC) - A NIC physically connects the end
device to the network.
Physical Port - A connector or outlet on a networking device where
2.2 IOS Navigation  the media connects to an end device or another networking device.
Interface - Specialized ports on a networking device that connect
to individual networks. Because routers connect networks, the ports
2.3 The Command Structure 
on a router are referred to as network interfaces.

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2.4 Basic Device Configuration  Note: The terms port and interface are often used interchangeably.

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Topology diagrams are mandatory documentation for anyone working

1.2.5 Network Media with a network. They provide a visual map of how the network is
connected. There are two types of topology diagrams: physical and
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Physical topology diagrams illustrate the physical location of
intermediary devices and cable installation, as shown in the figure. You
1.3.1 Network Representations can see that the rooms in which these devices are located are labeled
in this physical topology.

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Logical topology diagrams illustrate devices, ports, and the addressing
1.9 The IT Professional  scheme of the network, as shown in the figure. You can see which end
devices are connected to which intermediary devices and what media
is being used.
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and Topologies  The topologies shown in the physical and logical diagrams are
appropriate for your level of understanding at this point in the course.
Search the internet for “network topology diagrams” to see some more
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complex examples. If you add the word “Cisco” to your search phrase,
you will find many topologies using icons that are similar to what you
1.3.2 Topology Diagrams have seen in these figures.

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Representations and Topologies

1.5 Internet Connections 

1.6 Reliable Networks 

Check your understanding of network representations
1.7 Network Trends   and topologies by choosing the BEST answer to the
following questions.

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1. Which connection physically connects the end device to the
network?
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Port

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Interface

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2. Which connections are specialized ports on a networking device
that connect to individual networks?
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Port

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2.4 Basic Device Configuration  3. Which type of network topology lets you see which end devices
are connected to which intermediary devices and what media is
being used?
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Logical topology
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4. Which type of network topology lets you see the actual location
of intermediary devices and cable installation?
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Physical topology
Network Representations
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and Topologies

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1.9 The IT Professional 

1.10 Module Practice and Quiz 

Basic Switch and End Device

2 Configuration 

2.0 Introduction 

2.1 Cisco IOS Access 

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2.3 The Command Structure 

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