CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)

CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)

by ACI Learning, Wes Bryan, Ronnie Wong
Released December 2023
Publisher(s): Packt Publishing
ISBN: 9781835886120

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Video description

The course begins by grounding you in the OSI and TCP/IP models, network topologies, and types, ensuring you understand the backbone of modern networking. You'll delve into the world of virtualization, learn about different cable technologies, and explore IP addressing for both IPv4 and IPv6, laying the foundation for advanced networking concepts.

The course focuses on enhancing your skills in network services, wireless standards, and security. It guides you through datacenter architecture, cloud concepts, and the tools for network troubleshooting, which are pivotal in today's technology-dependent businesses.

The course wraps up by reinforcing security policies, disaster recovery planning, and the latest in cryptography. It equips you with strategies for safeguarding network environments, ensuring you can confidently tackle complex networking challenges and maintain system integrity.

What you will learn

  • Comprehend OSI and TCP-IP models
  • Implement virtualization technologies
  • Secure networks with encryption
  • Apply disaster recovery principles
  • Troubleshoot using network tools
  • Execute advanced network solutions

Audience

This course is ideal for IT professionals seeking to expand their networking knowledge. Familiarity with basic networking concepts is recommended. It's perfect for those pursuing CompTIA Network+ certification and desiring to enhance their networking skill set in line with industry best practices.

About the Authors

ACI Learning: ACI Learning trains leaders in Cybersecurity, Audit, and Information Technology. Whether starting an IT career, mastering a profession, or developing a team, they provide essential support at every step.

Wes Bryan: Wes Bryan embarked on his IT career path in 2009, initially as a mentored learning instructor, and later transitioning into a technical IT instructor. His exceptional teaching skills were recognized with three global teaching awards for 'Global Technical Instructor' during his early teaching years. Wes has made notable contributions as a member of the CIN (CompTIA Instructor Network) Advisory Board and the Board of Directors for CompTIA AITP (Association of Information Technology Professionals). Certifications: CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Server+, Cloud+, CySA+; MCSA; MTA; MCTS; MCP; MS; MCT.

Ronnie Wong: Ronnie Wong has had a diverse career, from diesel service and ministry to computer repair and network administration in small businesses. He set up networks and servers and created policies in these roles. As an Edutainer at ITProTV, now ACI Learning, he started as an IT technical instructor, later working as a contract trainer for the University of Florida, Marion County School Systems, and Nationwide Insurance. He provided Cisco, Microsoft Windows, CompTIA, and IT security training to military and DoD personnel. Now the Director of Content Development at ACI Learning, Ronnie's credentials include CCNP Enterprise Infrastructure, CCNA, CompTIA's A+, Network+, Security+, ISC2 CC, CNA Security, and PCNSA.

Table of contents

  1. Chapter 1 : Networking Fundamentals
    1. Overview
    2. OSI Model
    3. OSI and TCP-IP Models
    4. Encapsulation
    5. Network Topologies
    6. Network Types
    7. Virtualization
    8. Service Provider Links
    9. Copper Cables and Connections
    10. Fiber Cables and Connections
    11. Ethernet Standards
    12. Cable Management
    13. IP Addressing Schemes and Contexts
    14. IP Addressing IPv4
    15. IP Addressing Subnetting Basics
    16. IP Addressing Subnetting Example
    17. IP Addressing Subnetting Scenarios
    18. IP Addressing IPv6
    19. Protocols and Ports
    20. Network Services
    21. Network Services DNS
    22. Datacenter Network Architecture
    23. Cloud and Networking Concepts
  2. Chapter 2 : Network Implementations
    1. Networking and Networked Devices
    2. Routing and Bandwidth Management
    3. Ethernet Switching
    4. Wireless Infrastructure
    5. Wireless Encryption Standards
    6. 802.11 Standards
    7. Cellular Technologies
  3. Chapter 3 : Network Operations
    1. Performance Metrics
    2. Interface Statistics
    3. Device Logs
    4. SNMP
    5. Environmental Factors
    6. Plans and Procedures
    7. Plans and procedures - BCDR
    8. Security Policies
    9. Organizational Documentation
    10. High Availability and Disaster Recovery
  4. Chapter 4 : Network Security
    1. Security Concepts
    2. Security - Cryptography Basics
    3. Security - Defense in Depth
    4. Security - Authentication Methods
    5. Security - Assessment Types
    6. Technology-based Attacks
    7. Remote Connections
    8. Social Engineering
    9. Virtual Private Networks
    10. Physical Security
    11. Network Hardening - Best Practices
    12. Network Hardening - Wireless Security
  5. Chapter 5 : Network Troubleshooting
    1. Identify the problem
    2. Establish and Test a Theory
    3. Troubleshooting - Plan and Implement a Solution
    4. Troubleshooting - Verify System Functionality
    5. Troubleshooting - Document the Issue
    6. Cabling Tools
    7. Cabling Issues
    8. Network Software Tools
    9. Troubleshooting with Ping
    10. IP Addressing Commands
    11. DNS Troubleshooting Commands
    12. Route Troubleshooting Commands
    13. Information Gathering Commands
    14. Additional Network Commands
    15. Wireless Network Issues
    16. Addressing Issues
    17. Network Service Issues
    18. Routing and Switching Issues

Product information

  • Title: CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)
  • Author(s): ACI Learning, Wes Bryan, Ronnie Wong
  • Release date: December 2023
  • Publisher(s): Packt Publishing
  • ISBN: 9781835886120