Networking Fundamentals for IT Beginners 40+ f you’re over 40 and starting your IT career — this is your beginner-friendly networking guide. In this hands-on video, I’ll show you the real-world networking skills every IT support professional needs — without overwhelming theory. 💻 What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✅ What networking is and why it matters in IT support ✅ LAN vs WAN explained in simple, visual terms ✅ VPN, DNS, DHCP, IP addresses, routers, switches, and firewalls — clearly explained ✅ Wi-Fi vs Ethernet: which one to use and how to troubleshoot both ✅ Real-world troubleshooting: ping, ipconfig, tracert, and more ✅ Step-by-step hands-on demos you can follow along at home 🧠 Why This Matters: As an IT beginner — especially if you’re over 40 and switching careers — understanding how computers connect and communicate is the foundation for roles like: IT Support Specialist Help Desk Technician Desktop Support Analyst Field Technician This lesson is Part 3 of the 10-part IT Career Starter Series for Beginners Over 40.