Computer Networking for Beginners : How the Internet Works

What you'll learn
Understand what a computer network is and why it matters in everyday life
Learn how the internet works-from sending emails to streaming videos
Identify the roles of servers, ISPs, and data packets in online communication
Discover the differences between wired and wireless networks
Understand key networking components like routers, switches, and modems
Explore how websites are loaded and how data travels across the internet
Learn the basics of IP addresses and MAC addresses
Understand the purpose and function of DNS (Domain Name System)
Requirements
No prior technical knowledge or experience is required
Basic computer or smartphone usage skills
A curious mindset and willingness to learn
Description
Have you ever wondered how your message reaches someone in another country in just seconds? Or how websites load, emails are delivered, and video calls happen in real-time-almost like magic? Whether you're scrolling through social media, streaming a movie, sending an email, or attending an online class, you're constantly relying on computer networks and the internet. But have you ever stopped to ask how all of this actually works? This course is designed to give you those answers in the simplest way possible-no coding, no technical background, and no confusing jargon."How the Internet Works: A Simple Guide to Computer Networks" is a beginner-friendly course created for curious learners who want to understand the invisible systems powering the modern world. Using easy-to-understand language and real-life examples, the course explains how your device connects to others, how websites are loaded, how data is transferred in the form of small packets, and how key components like IP addresses, MAC addresses, DNS, routers, switches, and modems all work together behind the scenes. You'll explore the essential protocols like TCP/IP, HTTP, and HTTPS that allow information to move safely and accurately across the internet. We'll also introduce you to different types of networks such as LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, and VPN, so you can clearly see how everything connects-literally.By the end of the course, you'll have a strong foundation in networking and internet basics, allowing you to confidently talk about these concepts, improve your digital literacy, or even prepare for further study in IT or cybersecurity.
Who this course is for
Beginners who want to understand how the internet and networking actually work
Professionals in digital marketing, e-commerce, or online business
Students from non-technical backgrounds
Freelancers and remote workers
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