Preparing for the CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam
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CompTIA Network+ is a vendor-neutral networking certification that validates the knowledge and skills needed to confidently design, configure, manage, and troubleshoot networks. This training course prepares you for the CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam (N10-006), covering wireless and wired network management, mobility, virtualization, security, protocols, standards, and troubleshooting procedures.
You Will Learn How To
- Prepare to pass the CompTIA Network+ (N10-006) Certification Exam
- Implement a troubleshooting methodology
- Integrate appropriate security elements to ensure network availability and optimum performance
- Deploy, monitor, and maintain wired/wireless networking environments
Important Course Information
Requirements:
- Working knowledge of networking to the level of:
- Course 450, Introduction to Networking
- At least nine to 12 months of experience in IT networking
- CompTIA A+ or equivalent certification
Course Preparation:
- This course includes the CompTIA Network+ Authorised Exam Cram book
Exam Information:
- This course includes a voucher to take the CompTIA Network+ exam at any Pearson VUE Test Centre location
Certification Information:
- This is a CompTIA certification prep course. Click here to view more CompTIA certification prep training ›
Course Outline
- Network Fundamentals and Theory
Network troubleshooting methodology
- Applying the OSI model
- Exploring network typologies
Data transmission techniques
- Distinguishing analogue vs. digital
- Identifying encapsulation techniques
- Contrasting access methods
- Defining Network Architecture
Deploying wireless networks
- Accessing and connecting to the proper SSID
- Configuring a WLAN infrastructure
- Analysing antenna patterns
- Utilising mobile devices
Wired networks
- Deploying Ethernet networks
- Configuring DSL and DOCSIS
- Connecting tagged vs. untagged networks
Addressing and Routing
- Deploying IPv4 and IPv6
- Expanding your network using routers
- Implementing high availability
- Analysing the network with troubleshooting tools
- Outlining Network Operations
Managing the infrastructure
- Connecting to the main distribution frame
- Installing rack-based equipment
- Managing the cable plant
Cabling and wiring
- Evaluating metallic cables with test equipment
- Installing copper vs. fiber
- Identifying and applying cable types and characteristics
Monitoring tools
- Interpreting data with protocol analyzer
- Gathering data using SNMP
- Identifying causes of network bottlenecks
- Network Security
Identifying common network vulnerabilities
- Comparing risk concepts
- Analysing attack vectors
Resolving common security issues
- Identifying a denial of service attack
- Protecting wireless network traffic
- Authenticating access to your network
Implementing hardening techniques
- Deploying ACLs in the enterprise
- Enabling port-based authentication
- Disabling unnecessary access
- Troubleshooting Networks
Exploring repair strategies
- Defining the CompTIA troubleshooting model
- Testing the theory to determine cause
- Verifying full-system functionality
Deploying LAN media
- Testing for common copper cable faults
- Correlating test instrument type with capability
- Cable faults vs. interface faults
Outlining configuration management
- Mapping out a network diagram
- Documenting the network infrastructure
- Baselining network performance
- Applying Industry Standards and Practices
Wired standards (802.3)
- Exploring the various Ethernet standards
- Contrasting UTP vs. fiber Ethernet
- Listing EIA/TIA cable catagories
Wireless standards (802.11)
- Contrasting WiFi versions for speed and distance
- Identifying version type compatibilities
Defining WAN technologies
- Deploying long-distance networking
- Comparing business WAN to SOHO (Small Office Home Office) networking
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