K2's Next Level Home Networking
Online
1.00 Credits
Member Price $39.00
Non-Member Price $59.00
Overview
In this two-hour 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.
Objectives
- 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
Highlights
- 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
Designed For
Business professionals seeking to optimize their home network solution
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of home networking, IT concepts, and familiarity with remote work tools and software solutions
Preparation
None
Notice
Your webinar can be accessed via https://ctcpas.acpen.com/Account/login. If you do not have an ACPEN account, please sign up for an account using the email address you have on file with CTCPA.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Thomas Stephens Jr., Shareholder, K2 Enterprises, LLC
Tommy Stephens received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree (Major in Accounting) from Auburn University in 1985. In 1992, he earned a Master of Science degree (Major in Finance) from Georgia State University in Atlanta. Presently, Tommy is a Certified Public Accountant, a Certified Information Technology Professional, and a Chartered Global Management Accountant.
During his professional career, Tommy has gained valuable experience in a variety of positions, including:
• Working as an auditor and technology consultant for an Atlanta-based public accounting firm; • Leading an Internal Audit staff and managing a Cost Accounting team for a Fortune 500 company; • Serving as a Chief Financial Officer for an international engineering organization; and • Founding and managing his public accounting firm that provides accounting, tax, and consulting services to individuals and a variety of small and emerging businesses.
In 1995, Tommy began authoring and presenting continuing professional education courses to accounting and finance professionals. In 2003, he affiliated with K2 Enterprises, and in 2007, he joined the firm as a partner. Over the past twenty-seven years, Tommy has presented over 2,900 educational sessions to over 73,000 participants throughout the United States and Canada.
Tommy maintains professional memberships with the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Georgia Society of Certified Public Accountants. Additionally, he is a past member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Non-Member Price $59.00
Member Price $39.00