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CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)

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Description

Course description 

The COMPTIA Network+ N10-009 course is a great first step for anyone who is entering the computer networking field. It covers the crucial concepts of network technology, including network fundamentals, implications, operations, security, and troubleshooting. The COMPTIA Network+ certification is unique in that it is vendor neutral and acts as a stepping-stone to more specialized and vendor specific certifications.

The goal of this course is to provide you with all the tools you need to prepare for the COMPTIA: Network+ N10-009 exam — including text explanations, video demos, lab activities, self-assessment questions, and practice exams— to increase your chances of passing the exam on your first try.

Duration 

ILT: 5 days

Self-paced: 90 hours, approximate

Audience 

Individuals who want to learn about network technology and/or those who are currently in the field seeking certification.

Prerequisites 

  • No prior experience is necessary
  • If using this course for an additional certification, or to keep skill sharp, it provides a wide review of many non-vendor specific skills.

Course objectives 

Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

  • Explain networking concepts and how they are used
  • Describe how to implement networks
  • Discuss network operations
  • Explain network security
  • Describe how to troubleshoot networks

Required course materials 

Pearson CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Cert Guide

Course Outline

Part I: Networking Concepts (6 hours and 12 minutes)Lesson 1: The OSI Model and Encapsulation (36 minutes)

      • The Purpose of Reference Models
      • The OSI Model
      • The TCP/IP Stack

Lesson 2: Networking Appliances, Applications, and Functions (24 minutes)

      • Physical and Virtual Appliances
      • Applications and Functions

Lesson 3: Cloud Concepts (1 hour)

  • Network Functions Virtualization (NFV)
  • Cloud Networking Components
  • Deployment Models
  • Service Models
  • Key Cloud Concepts

Lesson 4: Networking Ports Protocols, Services, and Traffic Types (36 minutes)

  • Ports and Protocols
  • Internet Protocol (IP) Types
  • Traffic Types

Lesson 5: Transmission Media and Transceivers (36 minutes)

  • Wireless
  • Copper and Fiber Media and Connectors
  • Multiplexing in Fiber-Optic Networks

Lesson 6: Network Topologies, Architectures, and Types (1 hour)

  • Defining a Network
  • Network Types and Characteristics
  • Networks Defined Based on Resource Location
  • Networks Defined by Topology
  • The Three-Tier Hierarchical Model

Lesson 7: IPv4 Addressing (48 minutes)

  • Binary Numbering
  • IPv4 Addressing
  • Assigning IPv4 Addresses
  • Subnetting

Lesson 8: Evolving Use Cases (1 hour and 12 minutes)

  • SDN and SD-WAN
  • Virtual Extensible Local Area Network (VXLAN)
  • Zer
  • Trust Architecture (ZTA)
  • SASE and SSE
  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
  • IP Version 6

Part II: Network Implementation (2 hours and 48 minutes)Lesson 9: Routing Technologies (1 hour and 12 minutes)

    • Routing
    • Sources of Routing Information
    • Routing Protocol Characteristics
    • Routing Protocol Examples
    • Address Translation
    • First Hop Redundancy Protocol (FHRP)

Lesson 10: Ethernet Switching Technologies (24 minutes)

    • Principles of Ethernet
    • Ethernet Switch Features

Lesson 11: Configure Wireless Devices and Technologies (36 minutes)

    • Introducing Wireless LANs
    • Deploying Wireless LANs
    • Securing Wireless LANs

Lesson 12: Physical Installations (36 minutes)

  • Important Installation Implications
  • Power
  • Environmental Factors

Part III: Network Operations (2 hours and 24 minutes)Lesson 13: Organizational Processes and Procedures (24 minutes)

    • Documentation
    • Processes and Procedures

Lesson 14: Network Monitoring (24 minutes)

    • Network Monitoring Methods
    • Monitoring Solutions

Lesson 15: Disaster Recovery (12 minutes)

    • High Availability

Lesson 16: IPv4 and IPv6 Network Services (36 minutes)

    • Dynamic Addressing
    • Name Resolution
    • Time Protocols

Lesson 17: Network Access and Management Methods (48 minutes)

  • Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
  • Other Network Access Technologies
  • Authentication and Authorization Considerations
  • In-Band vs. Out-of-Band Management

Part IV: Network Security (2 hours and 12 minutes)Lesson 18: Network Security Concepts (1 hour)

    • Core Security Concepts
    • Authentication Methods
    • Rick Management and SIEM
    • Physical Security
    • Audits and Regulatory Compliance

Lesson 19: Types of Network Attacks (36 minutes)

    • Technology-Based Attacks
    • Social Engineering Attacks
    • Other Miscellaneous Attacks

Lesson 20: Network Security Features (36 minutes)

  • Device Hardening
  • Network Access Control (NAC)
  • Other Network Security Features

Part V: Network Troubleshooting (3 hours and 24 minutes)Lesson 21: A Network Troubleshooting Methodology (12 minutes)

    • Troubleshooting Basics

Lesson 22: Troubleshoot Common Cabling Problems (1 hour)

    • Specifications and Limitations
    • Common Cable Issues
    • Common Interface Issues
    • Common Hardware Issues
    • Common Tools

Lesson 23: Troubleshoot Common Issues with Network Services (24 minutes)

    • Considerations for General Network Troubleshooting
    • Common Network Service Issues

Lesson 24: Troubleshoot Common Performance Issues (1 hour)

    • Network Performance Considerations
    • Wireless Performance Considerations
    • Other Wireless Considerations
    • Common Wireless Issues
    • Wireless Network Troubleshooting Solution

Lesson 25: Network Troubleshooting Tools (48 minutes)

  • Software Tools
  • Command-Line Tools
  • Basic Networking Device Commands
  • Hardware Tools

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