# Network Admin Journey

> Network Admin Journey (roadtoneteng.com, "Road to Network Engineering") — Connecting Networks Innovatively. Practical, vendor-neutral networking knowledge for network administrators growing into network engineers, free interactive network tools, a structured learning roadmap, and remote network consulting & 1:1 CCNA mentoring for small and mid-sized businesses.

Key facts:
- Brand: Network Admin Journey. Website: https://roadtoneteng.com/
- Contact: contact@roadtoneteng.com — https://roadtoneteng.com/contact-us/
- Topics: subnetting/CIDR, VLANs, OSPF, BGP, IPv6, Wi-Fi design, firewall hardening, network automation (Python, Netmiko, Ansible), monitoring (SNMP, syslog, NetFlow), structured cabling & fiber, documentation, troubleshooting, CCNA preparation and network careers.
- Services: network health assessment, small business network setup, firewall & security hardening, CCNA mentorship, home lab blueprint, network documentation.
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## Guides

- [«Quando la diretta TV diventa caos: cosa succede dietro le telecamere e perché la rete deve funzionare sempre»](https://roadtoneteng.com/quando-la-diretta-tv-diventa-caos-cosa-succede-dietro-le-telecamere-e-perche-la-rete-deve-funzionare-sempre/): 
- [The Road from Network Administrator to Network Engineer: A Practical Career Roadmap](https://roadtoneteng.com/road-from-network-admin-to-network-engineer/): Go from network administrator to network engineer with a practical roadmap: core skills, the certifications that matter, home labs and automation.
- [Subnetting Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Guide to IPv4 and CIDR](https://roadtoneteng.com/subnetting-made-simple/): Subnetting made simple: learn IPv4 and CIDR step by step with the block size method, worked examples, VLSM, summarization and a /24 to /30 cheat sheet.
- [VLANs Explained: Design, Trunking and Inter-VLAN Routing](https://roadtoneteng.com/vlans-explained/): VLANs explained: design a clean VLAN scheme, configure Cisco access ports and 802.1Q trunks, and route between VLANs with router-on-a-stick or SVIs.
- [How to Build a Home Network Lab on Any Budget](https://roadtoneteng.com/build-a-home-network-lab/): Build a home network lab on any budget: compare physical gear with Packet Tracer, GNS3, EVE-NG and Containerlab, choose host hardware and plan by budget.
- [A 90-Day CCNA Study Plan That Actually Works](https://roadtoneteng.com/ccna-study-plan/): Follow a 90-day CCNA study plan with a week-by-week schedule mapped to the 200-301 exam domains, daily routines, essential labs and tips for exam day.
- [OSPF Fundamentals: Areas, LSAs, Neighbor States and Configuration](https://roadtoneteng.com/ospf-fundamentals/): Learn OSPF fundamentals: areas, LSA types, neighbor states, DR/BDR election and working Cisco IOS configuration, plus verification and troubleshooting.
- [BGP Basics for Network Admins: How the Internet Really Routes](https://roadtoneteng.com/bgp-basics-for-network-admins/): BGP basics for network admins: eBGP vs iBGP, path attributes, the best-path selection order, a safe dual-ISP Cisco IOS config and why RPKI matters now.
- [A Structured Network Troubleshooting Methodology That Saves Hours](https://roadtoneteng.com/network-troubleshooting-methodology/): A structured network troubleshooting methodology: bottom-up, top-down, divide-and-conquer and follow-the-path, plus a Windows, Linux and Cisco toolkit.
- [Firewall Hardening Checklist for Small Business Networks](https://roadtoneteng.com/firewall-hardening-checklist/): A vendor-neutral firewall hardening checklist for small business networks: rule-base hygiene, management plane, logging, segmentation and zero trust.
- [Enterprise Wi-Fi Design: Site Surveys, Channels and Seamless Roaming](https://roadtoneteng.com/enterprise-wifi-design/): Enterprise Wi-Fi design explained: site surveys, 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz channel planning, channel width, 802.11k/v/r roaming, WPA3 and capacity planning.
- [Getting Started with Network Automation: Python, Netmiko and Ansible](https://roadtoneteng.com/network-automation-python-ansible/): Start network automation the safe way: a working Netmiko script, an Ansible playbook with the cisco.ios collection, a clean inventory and a Git workflow.
- [Network Documentation People Actually Use: Diagrams, IPAM and Runbooks](https://roadtoneteng.com/network-documentation-guide/): Build network documentation people actually use: clear L1/L2/L3 diagrams, an IPAM that stays accurate, naming standards and runbooks that work at 3 a.m.
- [IPv6 for Network Admins: Addressing, SLAAC, DHCPv6 and a Practical Transition Plan](https://roadtoneteng.com/ipv6-for-network-admins/): IPv6 for network admins: address types and prefixes, a sane /48 plan, SLAAC vs DHCPv6, Cisco IOS config, security basics and a phased dual-stack rollout.
- [Network Monitoring 101: SNMP, Syslog, NetFlow and Alerts That Matter](https://roadtoneteng.com/network-monitoring-101/): Network monitoring basics done right: SNMPv3 setup, syslog severity levels, NetFlow configuration, the ports you need and alerts that never get ignored.
- [Structured Cabling and Fiber Basics Every Network Admin Should Know](https://roadtoneteng.com/structured-cabling-and-fiber-basics/): Structured cabling basics for network admins: Cat5e vs Cat6 vs Cat6A, TIA-568, OM3/OM4/OS2 fiber, LC and SC connectors, patch panel labeling and testing.

## Services

- [Network Health Assessment](https://roadtoneteng.com/product/network-health-assessment/): A structured, remote review of your business network that shows what is working, what is at risk and what to fix first. You receive a clear written report with prioritized… Price from $490 USD.
- [Small Business Network Setup](https://roadtoneteng.com/product/small-business-network-setup/): A complete design and configuration service for a small business network, built properly from the start. We plan your addressing and segmentation, configure your firewall, switches and Wi-Fi, and hand… Price from $1250 USD.
- [Firewall & Security Hardening](https://roadtoneteng.com/product/firewall-security-hardening/): A focused, remote engagement to review and harden your firewall and network edge. We clean up risky rules, lock down management access, improve segmentation and logging, and document every change… Price from $690 USD.
- [1:1 CCNA Mentorship Program (8 Weeks)](https://roadtoneteng.com/product/ccna-mentorship-program/): An eight-week, one-to-one mentorship program that gives your CCNA preparation structure, accountability and hands-on depth. We build a personal study plan around your current level, work through exam topics in… Price from $399 USD.
- [Home Lab Blueprint & Build Consultation](https://roadtoneteng.com/product/home-lab-blueprint/): A personalized home lab plan designed around your learning goals, budget and available space. You receive a written blueprint with a recommended mix of virtual and physical equipment, a lab… Price from $149 USD.
- [Network Documentation & Diagram Package](https://roadtoneteng.com/product/network-documentation-package/): Clear, accurate documentation for the network you actually have. We discover and record your devices, connections, addressing and key settings, then produce professional diagrams and a reference document your team… Price from $350 USD.

## Interactive tools

- [Network tools](https://roadtoneteng.com/network-tools/): IPv4 subnet calculator, VLSM planner, IP/binary/hex converter, wildcard mask calculator and common port lookup.
- [Learning roadmap](https://roadtoneteng.com/learning-roadmap/): step-by-step path from help desk / network admin to network engineer with progress tracking.

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