Networking / Networking Systems Series:

 

CompTIA Network+ 

                                                                  

The CompTIA Network+ certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of networking professionals with experience in network support or administration or adequate academic training. An accepted foundation-level, vendor-neutral certification for networking professionals, many IT certifications integrate CompTIA Network+ into their curriculum.

 

Earning a CompTIA Network+ certification demonstrates that a candidate can describe the features and functions of networking components, and possesses the knowledge and skills needed to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. The exam tests technical ability in the areas of media and topologies, protocols and standards, network implementation, and network support. The exam also covers new technologies such as wireless networking and gigabit Ethernet.

 

Target Audience

This course is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in IT, specifically related to network. This course is also designed for individuals wishing to obtain a CompTIA N+ Certification.

Job Responsibilities

The Network+ designation is offered by CompTIA as a certification of the holder's proficiency in configuring and operating a variety of industry-standard network products. It includes new technologies such as wireless networking and gigabit Ethernet.

 

 

Prerequisites

Students should have A+ Certification or equal experience.

Examinations

This course will help the student prepare for the following CompTIA Network+ exams:

 

Topics

 

 

 Module 1: Networking Fundamentals
  Why do we need Networks?
 Mainframes
 The PC Revolution
 Other Networks
 Wireless Networking
 Extranets
 Network Technologies
 Broadcast Topologies
 Wireless LAN Topologies
 Co-operative Networking
 Peer-to-Peer Networking
 Client/Server Networking
 Master/Slave Networking
 Features and Benefits of Networks

 

 Module 2: Physical Links and Interfaces
  Physical Components of a Network
 Network Interface Cards
 Wireless LAN Adapters
 LAN Cabling and Links
 Coaxial Cabling
 Thinnet Connectors and Terminators
 Thicknet (10 base5) Cabling
 Cabling; Twisted Pair
 Cable Categories
 Using a Crimping Tool
 Fibre Optic Connectors-SC and ST
 Direct Connections - Leased Lines
 UART
 CSU/DSU
 RS-232
 DB-9 Connectors
 Modem Diagnostics
 Other Connectors

 

 Module 3: Network Protocols and Devices
 What is a Network Protocol?
 OSI 7-Layer Reference Model -   Basics/Layers/Protocols
 Protocol Data Unit (PDU)
 Logical Link Control (802.2)
 MAC Addresses
 Repeaters
 Hubs
 Virtual LANs
 Gateways
 Other Network Protocols
 802 Standards

 

 Module 4: LAN Technologies
 Overview of LAN Technologies
 Early Ethernet Implementations
 Faster Ethernet Standards
 802.11b - An Extension to the 802.3  Ethernet Standard
 FDDI
 FDDI Physical Connections
 FDDI Fault Tolerance
 FDDI Frame Format
 Other LAN Technologies

 


 

 

 

 Module 5: WAN Technologies
 Features of WAN Technologies
 Remote Connection Types
 Direct Connections - Leased Lines
 High-Level Data Link Control - HDLC
 Circuit-switched Networks
 Serial Line Internet Protocol - SLIP
 Dial-up Networking via the Internet
 Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)
 Independent Computing Architecture
 X.25/OSI Reference Model
 Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)
 Synchronous Optical Network

 

 Module 6: Fundamentals of TCP/IP
 History
 Standards
 TCP/IP Protocols and Architecture
 Network Interface Layer
 Address Resolution Protocol (ARP)
 Transport Layer
 Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
 Network ID and Host ID
 Classes of IP Address
 Private IP Address
 Dynamic Routing Protocols
 TCP/IP Utilities
 TRACERT
 PATHPING
 IPCONFIG
 WINIPCFG
 IFCONFIG
 NSLOOKUP
 NETSTAT
 NBTSTAT
 ARP

 

 Module 7: TCP/IP Applications
 Ports and Sockets
 DHCP Mechanisms/Implementation
 Name Resolution
 Domain Name System (DNS)
 Zones of Authority
 Name Server Roles
 Name Resolution by Broadcast
 NetBIOS Name Resolution by NetBIOS Name   Server-NBNS
 Overview of the Internet
 The World Wide Web
 Browsers
 Internet Service Providers
 Firewalls
 Proxy Servers
 Network Time Protocol
 Management Information Base - MIB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Module 8: Network Operating Systems and Applications
  Overview of Network Operating Systems
 Resource Sharing
 Client Based Interoperability
 Choosing a Network Operating System
 Network Applications
 Directory Services and X.500
 Distributed Applications

 

 Module 9: Microsoft Windows Networking
 Introduction to Windows 2000
 Windows 2000 File Systems
 Planning for Windows 2000 Installation
 Installing Windows 2000 Server
 Microsoft Management Console
 User Accounts
 Client and Server Services for Microsoft Networks
 Alternative NetWare Connectivity Methods
 Interoperability with Other Networks

 

 Module 10: UNIX Networking
 UNIX Implementations
 Features of Linux
 Disk, Directory and File Structure
 Disks and Partitions
 File Systems
 Logging into Linux
 Linux Administration
 File Management
 Security Management
 Useful Commands and Utilities

 

 Module 11: Macintosh Networking
  Features of Mac OS
 Mac OS X
 Disk and File Management
 Network Configuration
 Security Management

 

 Module 12: Network Administration
 Overview of Network Administration
 Managing Hardware and Software
 Making Network Resources Available
 User Accounts
 User Privileges
 User Profiles
 Choosing a File System
 Network Security
 Threats - Internal and External
 Password Policies
 Data Encryption
 IPSec
 L2TP
 SSL
 Kerberos