CompTIA Network+

Network+

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The CompTIA Network+ certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of networking professionals. This course teaches the fundamentals of networking and prepares students for the Network+ certification exam. Through hands-on training and exercises students learn the vendor-independent skills and concepts necessary for all networking professionals. In order to be certified in the latest version of CompTIA Network+, students have to pass exam N10-006: Network+ Certification. The exam addresses the latest skills needed by technicians, such as basic principles on how to secure a network. The exam covers network technologies, media and topologies, devices, management, tools and security. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or academic training, along with a CompTIA A+ certification.

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Course Objectives: CompTIA Network+ Certification

Describe the purpose of networking protocols and networking in general
Identify features of various network operating systems and the clients used to access them.
Describe the OSI networking model and its relationship to networking components.
Describe the network components relating to the Physical layer of the OSI model.
Describe the function of the Data Link layer of the OSI model.
Explain how data is transmitted over a network.
Describe the function of the Network layer of the OSI model.
Describe the function of the Transport layer of the OSI model.
Describe the function of the Session layer of the OSI model.
Explain the fundamental concepts of the TCP/IP protocol suite.
Explain the use of TCP/IP addresses and subnets.
Access and use a TCP/IP network.
Describe the requirements for remote network access.
Explain the need for and ways to implement network security and fault tolerance.
Describe the types of information that need to be gathered prior to installing or updating a network operating system.
Explain ways to monitor and manage a network.
Describe a systematic approach for troubleshooting network problems.

Basic Network Knowledge
Network and Internetwork Concepts
Network Topologies
Networking Strategies

Servers and Clients
Network Operating System Basics
Network Clients
Directory Services

Introduction to the OSI Model
Introduction to the OSI Model
Families of Protocols

The Physical Media
Data-transmission Media
Unbounded Media
Signaling
Signal Transmissions

The Data Link Layer
Data Link Layer Considerations
Media Access Control (MAC) and Logical Link Control (LLC)
IEEE 802 Specifications

Data Transmission
Introduction to Network Connection Devices
Network Adapters
Putting Data on the Cable
Network Topologies
Bridges

Network Layer
Addresses
Internetwork Connection Devices
Routers

The Transport Layer
Transport Layer Addressing Issues
The Transport Layer Segmenting Process
Transport Layer Connection Services

The Session Layer
Dialog Control Modes
Managing the Session

Fundamentals
What is TCP/IP?
The TCP/IP Protocol Suite

IP Addressing, Subnetting and Supernetting
IP Addressing
Interior Gateway Protocols
Introduction to Subnetting
Supernetting

Accessing and Using a TCP/IP Network
Configuring Clients for TCP/IP Networks
TCP/IP Suite Utilities
Using TCP/IP Suite Utilities to Check Network Connectivity

Remote Access Protocols
Remote Access Protocols
Examining Remote Connection Options
Dial-up Networking

Network Security and Fault Tolerance
Security Models
Password Security
Data Encryption
Firewalls and Proxy Servers
System Fault Tolerance
Backing Up Data

Preparing for Network Installation
Planning and Gathering Information
Environmental Issues
Networking Components and Connectors
Compatibility Issues

Maintaining the Network
Network Documentation
Backup Strategies
Virus Protection
Patches and other Software Updates

Troubleshooting the Network
Exploring Troubleshooting Models
Identifying Troubleshooting Tools

Entrance Requirements:

H.S. Diploma or GED

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