K2's Next Level Home Networking

Overview

In this two-hour course, accounting professionals and technology enthusiasts will explore advanced home networking concepts to support remote work and modern digital needs. Learn to select prosumer-grade hardware, configure multi-SSID networks, and integrate functionalities like VPNs, media servers, and remote file access to boost productivity and security. Discover cutting-edge technologies, including SPF+ (10G networking), to future-proof your setup for data-intensive workflows. With practical demonstrations and relevant use cases, this session equips you with the tools to optimize your home network for efficiency, security, and scalability.

Highlights

• Explanation of common network services such as file sharing, VPN's, media servers, and network isolation using multiple SSIDs
• Hardware options and examples of solutions for every budget
• Tips and tricks for rebuilding your home network to meet your needs today and into the future

Prerequisites

Basic understanding of home networking, IT concepts, and familiarity with remote work tools and software solutions

Designed For

Business professionals seeking to optimize their home network solution

Objectives

• List at least one prosumer-grade networking hardware brand for enhancing home office performance and security
• Identify how isolating your work, personal, and guest networks can enhance information security
• Define at least three advanced networking functionalities, including VPNs, remote file access, media servers, VLANs, and SFP+
• List at least to high-speed networking technologies that can help to future-proof home networks

Preparation

None

Notice

This course is provided by a third-party vendor. Please note that login instructions will not be available in the ‘My Upcoming CPE’ section of the NESCPA website. Instead, the login instructions will be sent directly to you via email by ACPEN. Upon completing the course, your hours will be recorded in the ‘My CPE Tracker’ section of the NESCPA website.