Thomas Alvaneli is a Cisco Networking Academy instructor with about 10 years of teaching experience. He holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science from Touro University and is a Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) with expertise in routing and switching. Thomas's passion for teaching and computer networking began years ago, during his undergraduate studies, where he participated in a networking club and learned about the power of computer networking. After completing his degree, Thomas joined Touro University as a Cisco Networking Academy instructor, where he has been teaching a variety of courses, including CCNA Routing and Switching and Networking Essentials.