Networking 101: A Beginner's Guide

Welcome to the Networking section of FixWithPhil! This guide helps beginners understand how devices connect, communicate, and stay secure — from IP addressing to routers and cables.

📌 Networking Topics

IP Addressing

Understand IPv4, IPv6, and private/public addressing.

DNS Basics

How domain names translate into IPs using DNS.

Subnetting

Divide and manage your network more efficiently.

Routers & Switches

Learn how traffic flows and devices connect.

RJ45 & Cables

Explore Ethernet connectors, crimping, and testing.

🛠 Tools & Commands

Here are free tools and CLI commands to get started:

Wireshark – Packet analysis
Packet Tracer – Cisco network simulation
ping, ipconfig, tracert, ifconfig

🧰 Beginner Gear

Ethernet cables (Cat5e, Cat6)
Basic router (TP-Link, D-Link)
Network crimper + tester

💡 FixWithPhil Tips

Start learning with your home Wi-Fi setup.
Use ping daily to check connectivity.
Explore DNS using nslookup.
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