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Practice real skills. Virtually.

Meet our innovative network simulation and visualization tool, Cisco Packet Tracer. This virtual lab is an interactive way to practice networking, IoT, and cybersecurity – no hardware required!

This course introduces you to the Cisco Packet Tracer simulation environment. Learn how to use Cisco Packet Tracer to visualize and simulate a network using everyday examples. Practice your skills with interactive virtual lab activities, and hone your problem-solving skills, too. Get valuable tips and best practices and gain confidence to use this powerful tool in later courses or for your own practice.

This self-paced course is delivered through our new learner experience on SkillsForAll.com. Sign up below and you will be directed to the new experience.

You'll learn these core skills:

  • Become familiar with the Cisco Packet Tracer simulation and visualization tool
  • Learn how to download, install, and start using Cisco Packet Tracer
  • Learn how to create a simple network
  • Get a peek at some advanced features, too
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Length: 
2 hours
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Cost: 
Free*
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Level: Beginning
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Learning Type: Online self-paced
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Languages: English
*Self-paced classes at NetAcad.com are free. Cost for Instructor-led classes is determined by the institution.

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