K2's Next Level Home Networking

Course Description

In this 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.

Major Topics

• 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

Learning Objectives

Upon completing this course, you should be able to:

• 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

Course Information

• CPD Credit: 2.0 hours Information Technology
• Prerequisites: Basic understanding of home networking, IT concepts, and familiarity with remote work tools and software solutions
• Program Level: Intermediate
• Advance Preparation: None
• Who Should Participate: Business professionals seeking to optimize their home network solution

Instructor

• Name: Brian Tankersley
• Hometown: Knoxville, TN
• Bio: Brian Tankersley is a consultant who advises US firms and companies on accounting technology issues. Mr. Tankersley is a frequent speaker at continuing education courses for K2 Enterprises, and publishes a nationally recognized blog on accounting and technology (www.cpatechblog.com). He has also served as the technology editor for a major accounting industry publication. Mr. Tankersley has over 25 years of professional experience, including accounting, auditing, technology, and education, and has been with K2 Enterprises since 2005, and he is also one of the national instructors for Yaeger CPA Review.