Chapter 6
Networking Fundamentals
The following CompTIA A+ 220-801 Exam objectives are covered in this chapter:
- 2.1 Identify types of network cables and connectors.
- Fiber
- Connectors: SC, ST, and LC
- Twisted Pair
- Connectors: RJ-11, RJ-45
- Wiring standards: T568A, T568B
- Coaxial
- Connectors: BNC, F-connector
- 2.2 Categorize characteristics of connectors and cabling.
- Fiber
- Types (single-mode vs. multi-mode)
- Speed and transmission limitations
- Twisted Pair
- Types: STP, UTP, CAT3, CAT5, CAT5e, CAT6, plenum, PVC
- Speed and transmission limitations
- Coaxial
- Types: RG-6, RG-59
- Speed and transmission limitations
- 2.8 Identify various types of networks.
- LAN
- WAN
- PAN
- MAN
- Topologies
- Mesh
- Ring
- Bus
- Star
- Hybrid
- 2.9 Compare and contrast network devices, their ...
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