Topic 7 Ethernet Switching Basics
*Subtopics*
00:00 Overview of Ethernet Protocols
19:44 Overview of Ethernet Frames
44:31 Overview of Ethernet Switches
01:06:33 Process of Data Communication Within a Network Segment
*Foreword*
Data transmission on networks must comply with certain standards. Ethernet protocols define how data frames are transmitted over an Ethernet network. Understanding Ethernet protocols is the basis for fully understanding communication at the data link layer. An Ethernet switch is the main device for implementing data link layer communication. It is essential to understand how an Ethernet switch works.
This course describes the concepts related to Ethernet protocols, MAC address types, and working process and mechanism of Layer 2 switches.
*Objectives*
On completion of this course, you will be able to:
– Describe the basic concepts of an Ethernet network.
– Distinguish MAC address types.
– Get familiar with the working process of a Layer 2 switch.
– Get familiar with the structure and generation process of a MAC address table.
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