Computer science today is largely dominated by artificial intelligence, software development, and related fields. However, many other areas are equally important and in high demand, one of which is computer networking.
Networking is a field that is typically taught at vocational high schools (SMK). Nevertheless, it is also essential for computer science students, especially those whose previous educational background was not vocational.
Currently, network simulators are extremely useful for learning networking. Although they cannot fully replace hands-on practice, they significantly facilitate learning, particularly for postgraduate students who wish to quickly acquire cybersecurity skills. It is impossible to study cybersecurity without a solid foundation in networking.
Cisco is a major global company that has long focused on networking, particularly on routers. Routers are fundamental components of computer networks, enabling communication and data transfer between one network and another, especially across the internet.
The following video demonstrates how to configure RIP routing using Cisco Packet Tracer, a free network simulation application developed by Cisco.
For installation instructions, please refer to the following video, especially for macOS users.
Rahmadya Trias Handayanto 