Module 3: Routing at the Network Layer...

Module 3: Routing at the Network Layer

Tonight, I F-I-N-A-L-L-Y got around to starting "Module 3: Routing at the Network Layer" in the Network Addressing and Basic Troubleshooting online course from the Cisco Networking Academy.

Module 3: Routing at the Network Layer

Why the Lack of Progress?

I got bogged down with the end-of-module quiz for Module 2: Data-Link Layer. I scored a 75% on the quiz. That's passing, but I wasn't satisfied. As a result, I reviewed each question and wrote out the explanations for the correct answer. It can be a laborious process, but it is a good review. Believe it or not, there are instances where additional information that wasn't covered in the module is given in the explanation for the correct answer.

Crazy, I know.

Plus, I have been busy with doing other things instead of working on these Cisco networking online courses, such as applying for an IT job with a federal government agency as well as hiking on the weekend.

Making My Own Ethernet Cable

One thing that I have been meaning to do is attempt to make my own ethernet cable. I recently wrote a post on my blog about buying a length of Ethernet cable, a crimper/cutter, and a box of RJ-45 connectors. It's time to see if I can do it.

Ethernet Cable, Crimper/Cutter, RJ-45 Connectors