CompTIA Network+ validates the technical skills needed to securely establish, maintain and troubleshoot the essential networks that businesses rely on.

Unlike other vendor-specific networking certifications, CompTIA Network+ prepares candidates to support networks on any platform. CompTIA Network+ is the only certification that covers the specific skills that network professionals need. Other certifications are so broad, they don’t cover the hands-on skills and precise knowledge needed in today’s networking environments.

After completing this course you should be able to:

• Deploy and troubleshoot Ethernet networks.
• Support IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
• Configure and troubleshooting routers.
• Support network services and applications.
• Ensure network security and availability.
• Deploy and troubleshooting wireless networks.
• Support WAN links and remote access methods.
• Support organizational procedures and site security controls.
• Summarize cloud and datacenter architecture.

Comparing OSI Model Network Functions

• Compare and Contrast OSI Model Layers
• Configure SOHO Networks

Deploying Ethernet Cabling

• Summarize Ethernet Standards
• Summarize Copper Cabling Types
• Summarize Fiber Optic Cabling Types
• Deploy Ethernet Cabling

Deploying Ethernet Switching

• Deploy Networking Devices
• Explain Network Interfaces
• Deploy Common Ethernet Switching Features

Troubleshooting Ethernet Networks

• Explain Network Troubleshooting Methodology
• Troubleshoot Common Cable Connectivity Issues

Explaining IPv4 Addressing

• Explain IPv4 Addressing Schemes
• Explain IPv4 Forwarding
• Configure IP Networks and Subnets

Supporting IPv4 and IPv6 Networks

• Use Appropriate Tools to Test IP Configuration
• Troubleshoot IP Networks
• Explain IPv6 Addressing Schemes

Configuring and Troubleshooting Routers

• Compare and Contrast Routing Concepts
• Compare and Contrast Dynamic Routing Concepts
• Install and Troubleshoot Routers

Explaining Network Topologies and Types

• Explain Network Types and Characteristics
• Explain Tiered Switching Architecture
• Explain Virtual LANs

Explaining Transport Layer Protocols

• Compare and Contrast Transport Protocols
• Use Appropriate Tools to Scan Network Ports

Explaining Network Services

• Explain the Use of Network Addressing Services
• Explain the Use of Name Resolution Services
• Configure DNS Services

Explaining Network Applications

• Explain the Use of Web, File/Print, and Database Services
• Explain the Use of Email and Voice Services

Ensuring Network Availability

• Explain the Use of Network Management Services
• Use Event Management to Ensure Network Availability
• Use Performance Metrics to Ensure Network Availability

Explaining Common Security Concepts

• Explain Common Security Concept
• Explain Authentication Methods

Supporting and Troubleshooting Secure Networks

• Compare and Contrast Security Appliances
• Troubleshoot Service and Security Issues

Deploying and Troubleshooting Wireless Networks

• Summarize Wireless Standards
• Install Wireless Networks
• Troubleshoot Wireless Networks
• Configure and Troubleshoot Wireless Security

Comparing WAN Links and Remote Access Methods

• Explain WAN Provider Links
• Compare and Contrast Remote Access Methods

Explaining Organizational and Physical Security Concepts

• Explain Organizational Documentation and Policies
• Explain Physical Security Methods
• Compare and Contrast Internet of Things Devices

Explaining Disaster Recovery and High Availability Concepts

• Explain Disaster Recovery Concepts
• Explain High Availability Concepts

Applying Network Hardening Techniques

• Compare and Contrast Types of Attacks
• Apply Network Hardening Techniques

Summarizing Cloud and Datacenter Architecture

• Summarize Cloud Concepts
• Explain Virtualization and Storgae Area Network Technologies
• Explain Datacenter Network Architecture

Labs:

• Exploring the Lab Environment
• Configure a SOHO RouterCapture Network Traffic
• Configure Interface Settings
• Configure IPv4 Static Addressing
• Analyze ARP Traffic
• Use Tools to Test IP Configuration
• Configure IPv6 Static Addressing
• Configure Static Routing
• Configure Dynamic Routing
• Troubleshoot IP Networks (Parts A and B)
• Use Network Scanners
• Analyze a DHCP Server Configuration
• Analyze a DNS Server Configuration
• Analyze Application Security Configurations
• Configure Secure Access Channels
• Configure Syslog
• Analyze Network Performance
• Verify Service and Application Configuration
• Configure a NAT Firewall
• Configure Remote Access
• Develop Network Documentation
• Backup and Restore Network Device Configuration
• Analyze an On-path Attack
• Configure Port Security
• Troubleshoot Service and Security Issues

Individuals whose job responsibilities include network administration, installation and security within their organization.

• CompTIA recommends 9 to 12 months of network-related IT experience.