About this course
The CompTIA Network+ certification is the sign of a qualified networking professional. Our course is designed to teach the CompTIA Network+ skills necessary to prepare for the N10-006 certification exam. CompTIA Network+ certification is vendor-neutral, validates technical competency in network technologies, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, and security. CompTIA Network + is designed to ensure a common level of understanding for IT Professionals.
This course includes access to a hands-on Practice-Lab which will allow candidates to have training in the practical application of the course concepts without having to buy any additional software and will prepare them for success on the certification exam.
Prerequisite(s): We recommend candidates possess CompTIA A+ certification and networking experience. Students should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, and be comfortable navigating the internet.
CompTIA Network+ Module 1
Networking Concepts
- Introduction to Networks
- Physical Network Topologies
- Topology Selection, Backbones, and Segments
- Open Systems Interconnection Specifications
- Internetworking Models
- OSI Reference Model
- Introduction to Encapsulation
- Modulation Techniques
CompTIA Network+ Module 2
Networking Topologies and Ethernet Specifications
- Physical Media
- Cable Properties
- Wiring Standards
- Installing Wiring Distributions
- Network Basics
- Ethernet Basics
- Ethernet at the Data Link Layer
- Ethernet at the Physical Layer
- Ethernet over Other Standards
CompTIA Network+ Module 3
Networking Devices and Internet Protocol
- Common Network Connectivity Devices
- Specialized Devices
- Planning and Implementing a Basic SOHO Network
- Switches and Bridges at the Data Link Layer
- Hubs at the Physical Layer
- Environmental Considerations
- Introducing TCP/IP
- TCP/IP and the DoD Model
- The Host-to-Host Layer Protocols
- The Internet Layer Protocols
- Data Encapsulation
CompTIA Network+ Module 4
IP Addressing, Subnetting and Troubleshooting
- IP Terminology
- The Hierarchical IP Addressing Scheme
- IPv4 Address Types
- Internet Addressing
- Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6)
- Subnetting Basics
- Troubleshooting IP Addressing
- Introduction to Network Address Translation (NAT)
- How NAT Works
CompTIA Network+ Module 5
IP Routing and Routing Protocols
- Routing Basics
- The IP Routing Process
- Testing Your IP Routing Understanding
- Static and Dynamic Routing
- Routing Protocol Basics
- Distance Vector Routing Protocols
- Link State Routing Protocols
- High Availability
- Hot Standby Router Protocol (HSRP)
- IPv6 Routing Protocols
CompTIA Network+ Module 6
Virtual LANs and Wireless Networking
- Networking Before Layer 2 Switching
- Switching Services
- Spanning Tree Protocol
- Virtual LANs
- VLAN Trunking Protocol
- Introduction to Wireless Technology
- The 802.11 Standards
- Comparing 802.11 Standards
- Wireless Network Components
- Installing a Wireless Network
CompTIA Network+ Module 7
Authentication and Network Threats
- Security Filtering
- Managing User Account and Password Security
- Single Sign-On
- Multifactor Authentication
- User-Authentication Methods
- Recognizing Security Threats
- Vulnerabilities
- Understanding Mitigation Techniques
- Policies and Procedures
- Anti-Malware Software
CompTIA Network+ Module 8
Physical Security and Wide Area Networks
- Using Hardware and Software Security Devices
- Defining Firewalls
- Firewall Technologies
- Firewalls at the Application Layer vs the Network Layer
- Scanning Services
- Intrusion Detection
- VPN Concentrators
- What's a WAN?
- T-Series Connections
- Transmission Media
CompTIA Network+ Module 9
Troubleshooting Tools, Software and Hardware
- Protocol Analyzers
- Throughput Testers
- Connectivity Software
- Using the Address Resolution Protocol
- Understanding Network Scanners
- Port Scanners
- Wi-Fi Analyzer
- Baseline
- Network Monitoring and Logging
- Identifying Hardware Tools
CompTIA Network+ Module 10
Network Troubleshooting, Management and Monitoring
- Narrowing Down the Problems
- Troubleshooting Steps
- Troubleshooting Tips
- Establish a Theory
- Software Configuration
- Viruses
- Managing Network Documentation
- Network Monitoring
- Network Optimization
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
