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CompTIA Network (N10-008)

5 Courses
6 Labs
27 Hours
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This most recent update to the CompTIA Network+ certification brings some updates to help keep new learners abreast of how the Network Infrastructure landscape has changed in the last few years. You’ll work through the basics of what networking is and how networks are planned, deployed, and maintained. This certification serves as a fantastic entry point for anyone looking to make a career in IT, not just IT networking!

The courses here are designed to cover the objectives of the N10-008 exam and can help you prepare for the certification exam.

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CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)

This most recent update to the CompTIA Network+ certification brings some updates to help keep new learners abreast of how the Network Infrastructure landscape has changed in the last few years. You’ll work through the basics of what networking is and how networks are planned, deployed, and maintained. This certification serves as a fantastic entry point for anyone looking to make a career in IT, not just IT networking!

The courses here are designed to cover the objectives of the N10-008 exam and can help you prepare for the certification exam.

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What You'll Learn
  • Compare and contrast the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model layers and encapsulation concepts
  • Explain the characteristics of network topologies and network types
  • Summarize the types of cables and connectors and explain which is the appropriate type for a solution
  • Configure a subnet and use appropriate IP addressing schemes for a given scenario
  • Explain common ports and protocols, their application, and encrypted alternatives
  • Explain the use and purpose of network services
  • Explain basic corporate and datacenter network architecture
  • Summarize cloud concepts and connectivity options
  • Compare and contrast various devices, their features, and their appropriate placement on the network
  • Compare and contrast routing technologies and bandwidth management concepts
  • Configure and deploy common Ethernet switching features for a given scenario
  • Install and configure the appropriate wireless standards and technologies for a given scenario
  • Use appropriate statistics and sensors to ensure network availability for a given scenario
  • Explain the purpose of organizational documents and policies
  • Explain high availability and disaster recovery concepts and summarize which is the best solution
  • Explain common security concepts
  • Compare and contrast common types of attacks
  • Apply network hardening techniques for a given scenario
  • Compare and contrast remote access methods and security implications
  • Explain the importance of physical security
  • Implement the network troubleshooting methodology
  • Troubleshoot common cable connectivity issues and select the appropriate tools
  • Use the appropriate network software tools and commands for a given a scenario
  • Troubleshoot common wireless connectivity issues for a given scenario
  • Troubleshoot general networking issues for a given a scenario
Prerequisites
  • You should have some familiarity with IT processes and knowledge
Related topics
  • Network Infrastructure
  • Juniper
  • Cisco
  • CCNA
  • CompTIA A+
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