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Cover of Network Bytes episode 3: What is an IP address?New · EP03

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Cover of Network Bytes episode 3: What is an IP address?Network Bytes · EP03

What is an IP address?

Every device online has an address, just like your house. Here's how to read one.Cover of Network Bytes episode 2: Router vs switch vs modemNetwork Bytes · EP02

Router vs switch vs modem

That "router" on your shelf is usually three devices in a trench coat. Here's what each one does.Cover of Network Bytes episode 1: What is a network?Network Bytes · EP01

What is a network?

Two devices and one cable is all it takes. From your home Wi-Fi to the whole internet, it's networks all the way up.

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Network Bytes

Networking from zero, one minute at a time. Follows the Cisco CCNA 200-301 exam topics.3 lessons

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