Network+ is an ISO-17024 compliant, vendor-neutral technology certification that verifies the certified individual has the skills and knowledge needed to take on a pivotal role in building, managing, and protecting the critical asset that is the data network.
A new version of Network+ (N10-006) will launch on February 28, 2015. The new exam has been updated to reflect the current thinking of industry professionals as well as to reflect technologies used today, with a greater emphasis on practical knowledge, especially how to identify and use elements of a network infrastructure. Significant changes include:
- Additional IPv6 concepts.
- Emphasis on troubleshooting.
- Additional security knowledge.
- Knowledge of how to administer key systems.
The main differences between CompTIA Network+ N10-005 and Network+ N10-006 are the following:
- Updated terms and technologies in the IT networking field.
- More hands-on experiences such as installing, configuring, implementing, managing and troubleshooting.
Three new topics:
- Compare and contrast physical security controls.
- Summarize basic forensic concepts.
- Summarize safety practices.
Companies such as Dell, HP, Ricoh, Sharp and Xerox recommend or require CompTIA Network+ for their networking technicians. It is also a technical prerequisite option for IT technicians seeking to join the Apple Consultants Network, and is recognized by the U.S. Department of Defense.
The CompTIA Network+ce program is included in the scope of this accreditation, and may be kept current through the CompTIA Continuing Education program.
Module 1 – Networking Concepts
Section 1 – Models and Devices
- Logical vs Physical
- The OSI Model
- The TCP/IP Model
- OSI vs TCP Models
- Common Devices
- Bridges
- Routing and Switching
- Routing Terms
- Routing Protocols
- Switching
- Summary
Section 2 – Network Addressing
- Addressing
- IPV4 and IPV6 Examples
- IPV4 Classes/Ranges
- IPV4 Private Address Spaces
- Special Addresses
- Binary Primer
- Classful Addresses
- Subnetting Basics
- Classless Addressses
- Summary
Section 3 – Ports, Protocols and DNS
- Ports and Protocols
- Common Ports
- Common Protocols
- Domain Name System
- Google Servers
- Record Types
- Recursive Query
- Iterative Query
- Disabling Recursion
- Summary
Section 4 – Virtual Networks and Troubleshooting
- Virtual Networks
- VN Components
- Network Troubleshooting
- OSI/TCP Models
- Ping Demo
- IPconfig Demo
- NSlookup Demo
- NetStat Demo
- Terminal Demo
- TelNet Demo
- Putty Demo
- Utilities Demo
- Summary
Module 2 – Installation and Configuration
Section 1 – Switches and Routers
- Basics
- Switches
- Routers
- Hardware
- Router and Switch Problems
- Summary
Section 2 – Wireless
- Wireless Installation Concepts
- Wireless Standards
- Common Wireless Problems
- Field Experience
- Summary
Section 3 – Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
- Basics
- Process
- DHCP Options Demo
- Summary
Section 4 – Small Office/Home Office
- SOHO Requirements
- Cable Requirements
- Device Requirements
- Equipment Limitations
- Compatibility Requirements
- Summary
Module 3 – Media and Topologies
Section 1 – Standard Media and Connectors
- Types and Properties
- Transmission Speeds
- Plenum and Broadband
- Media Converters
- Standard Connectors
- Copper Connectors
- Ethernet Cables
- Physical Problems
- Summary
Section 2 – Wide and Local Area Networks
- WAN Types
- WAN Properties
- LAN Types
- LAN Properties
- Wiring Distribution Components
- Summary
Section 3 – Network Topologies
- Standards
- Channelization
- Latency
- Network Topologies
- Star and Hybrid
- PTP
- MPLS
- Summary
- Topologies Demo
- Home Office Demo
- Cloud/NaaS Demo
- Small Office Demo
- Medium Office Demo
Module 4 – Network Management
Section 1 – Documentation and Monitoring
- Documentation
- Configuration Management
- Network Monitoring
- Network Appliances
- Summary
Section 2 – Hardware and Software
- Hardware Tools
- Software Tools
- Summary
Section 3 – Performance Optimization
- Reasons
- Methods
- Summary
Module 5 – Network Security
Section 1 – Wireless Security
- Encryption Keys
- Symmetric Key
- Asymmetric Key
- Wireless Encryption
- Filtering
- Device Placement
- Summary
Section 2 – Network Access
- Access Control List
- Tunneling/Encryption
- Remote Access
- Authentication
- Summary
Section 3 – Threats and Mitigation
- Wireless
- Attack Types
- Viruses
- Mitigation
- Summary
Section 4 – Appliances and Physical Security
- Firewalls
- Rules
- Appliances
- Physical Security
- Summary
- Course Review
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Test Details |
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Exam Codes |
N10-005 |
N10-006 |
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Launch Date |
1-Dec-11 |
28-Feb-15 |
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Number of Questions |
Maximum of 100 questions |
Maximum of 90 questions |
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Type of Questions |
Multiple choice and performance-based |
Multiple choice and performance-based |
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Length of Test |
90 Minutes |
90 Minutes |
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Passing Score |
720 (on a scale of 100-900) |
720 (on a scale of 100-900) |
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Recommended Experience |
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Languages |
English, Japanese, German, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Traditional Chinese |
English at launch (2/28/15) Japanese and German - in development |
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Retirement |
English Version 8/31/2015 |
TBD - Usually three years after launch |
none
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