CompTIA Network+

• Identify basic network theory concepts and major network communications methods.
• Describe bounded network media.
• Identify unbounded network media.
• Identify the major types of network implementations.
• Identify TCP/IP addressing and data delivery methods.
• Implement routing technologies.
• Identify the major services deployed on TCP/IP networks.
• Identify the infrastructure of a WAN implementation.
• Identify the components used in cloud computing and virtualization.
• Describe basic concepts related to network security.
• Prevent security breaches.
• Respond to security incidents.
• Identify the components of remote network implementation.
• Identify the tools, methods, and techniques used in managing a network.
• Describe troubleshooting of issues on a network.

LESSON 1 ?? NETWORK THEORY

• Networking Terminology
• Network Categories
• Standard Network Models
• Physical Network Topologies
• Logical Network Topologies

LESSON 2 ?? NETWORK COMMUNICATIONS METHODS

• Data Transmission Methods
• Media Access Methods
• Signalling Methods

LESSON 3 ?? NETWORK MEDIA AND HARDWARE

• Bounded Network Media
• Unbounded Network Media
• Noise Control
• Network Connectivity Devices

LESSON 4 ?? NETWORK IMPLEMENTATIONS

• Ethernet Networks
• Wireless Networks

LESSON 5 ?? NETWORKING MODELS

• The OSI Model
• The TCP/IP Model

LESSON 6 ?? TCP/IP ADDRESSING AND DATA DELIVERY

• The TCP/IP Protocol Suite
• IP Addressing
• Default IP Addressing Schemes
• Create Custom IP Addressing Schemes
• Implement IPv6 Addresses
• Delivery Techniques

LESSON 7 ?? TCP/IP SERVICES

• Assign IP Addresses
• Domain Naming Services
• TCP/IP Commands
• Common TCP/IP Protocols
• TCP/IP Interoperability Services

LESSON 8 ?? LAN INFRASTRUCTURE

• Switching
• Enable Static Routing
• Implement Dynamic IP Routing
• Virtual LANs
• Plan a SOHO Network

LESSON 9 ?? WAN INFRASTRUCTURE

• WAN Transmission Technologies
• WAN Connectivity Methods
• Voice over Data Transmission

LESSON 10 ?? REMOTE NETWORKING

• Remote Network Architectures
• Remote Access Networking Implementations
• Virtual Private Networking
• VPN Protocols

LESSON 11 ?? SYSTEM SECURITY

• Computer Security Basics
• System Security Tools
• Authentication Methods
• Encryption Methods

LESSON 12 ?? NETWORK SECURITY

• Network Perimeter Security
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention
• Protect Network Traffic Using IPSec

LESSON 13 ?? NETWORK SECURITY THREATS AND ATTACKS

• Network-Based Security Threats and Attacks
• Apply Threat Mitigation Techniques
• Educate Users

LESSON 14 ?? NETWORK MANAGEMENT

• Network Monitoring
• Configuration Management Documentation
• Network Performance Optimization

LESSON 15 ?? NETWORK TROUBLESHOOTING

• Network Troubleshooting Models
• Network Troubleshooting Utilities
• Hardware Troubleshooting Tools
• Common Connectivity Issues

• This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration, or who wish to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification (Exam N10-007).

• A typical student taking the CompTIA Network+ (Exam N10-007) course should have a minimum of nine months of professional computer support experience as a PC or help desk technician.
• Networking experience is helpful but not mandatory; A+ certification or equivalent skills and knowledge are helpful but not mandatory.