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A Quick Glance

Gain essential networking skills
Prepare for a career in networking
Get ready for the CompTIA Network+ exam
Includes official CompTIA courseware and materials

CompTIA Network+ is a job-role based IT certification intended for professionals who troubleshoot, configure and manage networks. It's a prerequisite for further CompTIA certifications like CompTIA Security+, as well as a requirement for many networking jobs.

Our CompTIA Network+ course provides 4 days of expert preparation for the CompTIA Network+ exam, looking at how to design and manage networks, troubleshoot problems and implement network security.

Who should take this course

Junior Network Administrator
Computer Technician
Network Field Technician
Help Desk Technician
Junior System Engineer
System Engineer
IS Consultant
Network Support Specialist
Network Field Engineer
Network Analyst

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites required, but 9 to 12 months of networking experience plus CompTIA A+ certification is recommended before taking the certification exam.

Networking concepts
Infrastructure
Network operations
Network security
Networking troubleshooting and tools

Key Learning Points

Tutor Support

Certificate

Course Overview

CompTIA Network+ certification requires the passing of one exam: N10-007.

The exam acknowledges that those who pass it have the knowledge and skills required to design and implement networks, configure, manage and maintain network devices, use devices to segment network traffic, troubleshoot network problems and implement security, standards and protocols.

Course Content

Introduction

Definition of a Network
LANs, WANs, and the Internet
Functions of a Network
Overview of Network Components
Networking Models
Definitions

Cards and Cabling:

Network Adapter Cards
Configuring and Installing a Network Card
Diagnosing Network Card Failure
Network Cabling
Twisted Pair Cable
Other Cable Types
LAN Topologies
Installing Cabling
Crimping Cables
Testing Cables
Building a BUS Network and Testing Network Communications

Network Technologies:

Introduction to the OSI Model
Brief Outline of the Seven Layers - Name and Function
Network Card Drivers
Installing and Configuring Network Card Drivers
Bindings
802 Standards
Ethernet
Token Ring
Other Technologies

Protocols:

Protocols
TCP/IP
IPX/SPX
NetBEUI
Characteristics of Network Protocols
Choosing a Protocol
Adding and Removing Protocols
Protocol Configuration Problems

Extending Networks:

Repeaters and Hubs
Bridges
Routers and Bridge Routers
Network Addresses
Routing Tables

TCP/IP:

The Development of TCP/IP
The TCP/IP Protocol
TCP/IP as an Open Standard
IP Addresses
Configuring and Testing IP Addresses
PING, WINIPCFG, and IPCONFG
Viewing the ARP Cache
Network Addresses
Creating Subnets
Modifying the Subnet Mask
Default Gateway

Client/Server Communication Layers:

Server Operating Systems
Comparison of Microsoft Windows NT, Novell Netware, and Unix
Workstation Clients
Microsoft Windows 9x, Microsoft Windows NT, and Novell Clients
Mapping Network Drives

Remote Connectivity:

Requirements for Remote Connectivity
Public Networks
Dial Up Lines
ISDN

Network Security:

User Level Security
Share Level Security
Adding Users
Password Principles
Encryption
Firewalls

CompTIA Training

What is CompTIA Certification?

CompTIA is the Computing Technology Industry Association. Created in 1982, among other duties it issues professional IT certifications for those who pass exams. CompTIA’s certifications are issued in over 120 countries and it has provided certifications to 2.2 million people.

Steps for achieving CompTIA certification with us:

The first step is to enrol onto one of our CompTIA certification courses. These are:

CompTIA A+ - Gain an understanding of the fundamentals of IT hardware, technologies and operating systems
CompTIA Security+ - Specialise in network security and learn the core skills required to solve problems and maintain cybersecurity
CompTIA Network+ - Learn how to configure, manage and administrate networks

Choose from online, classroom or virtual training.
Once you’ve finished your course and are ready, use the provided exam voucher to book your exam.

Advantages of CompTIA certification

Industry-recognised and respected
Aligned to specific IT career paths and employer expectations
Provides core skills which can be used with any technology, hardware or software
Join a community of IT professionals with exclusive access to materials and advice to help you in your career

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