Course Highlights
  • Passing the Network+ (N10-008) certification exam with confidence
  • Understanding computer networks, their functions, and their components
  • Subnetting networks
  • Performing basic network configurations
  • Becoming an effective networking technician in a small-to-medium sized business environment
Curriculum

2 Topics
Introduction
Download the Study Guide and Objectives

9 Topics
Network Basics (OBJ. 1.2)
Network Components (OBJ. 2.1)
Network Resources (OBJ. 1.2)
Network Geography (OBJ. 1.2)
Understanding Network Geography (OBJ. 1.2)
Wired Network Topology (OBJ. 1.2)
Wireless Network Topology (OBJ. 1.2)
Internet of Things (IoT) (OBJ. 1.2)
Network Basics

11 Topics
OSI Model Overview (OBJ. 1.1)
Layer 1 (Physical Layer) (OBJ. 1.1)
Layer 2 (Data Link Layer) (OBJ. 1.1)
Layer 3 (Network Layer) (OBJ. 1.1)
Layer 4 (Transport Layer) (OBJ. 1.1)
Layer 5 (Session Layer) (OBJ. 1.1)
Layer 6 (Presentation Layer) (OBJ. 1.1)
Layer 7 (Application Layer) (OBJ. 1.1)
The OSI Model (OBJ. 5.3)
Encapsulation and Decapsulation (OBJ. 1.1)
OSI Model

6 Topics
TCP/IP Model (OBJ. 1.1)
Data Transfer Over Networks (OBJ. 1.1)
Ports and Protocols (OBJ. 1.5)
Finding Open Ports (OBJ. 5.3)
IP Protocol Types (OBJ. 1.5)
TCP/IP Model

9 Topics
Media and Cabling (OBJ. 1.3)
Copper Media (OBJ. 1.3 & 5.2)
Building a Cable (OBJ. 1.3)
Fiber Media (OBJ. 1.3)
Transceivers (OBJ. 1.3)
Cable Distribution (OBJ. 1.3)
Wiring a Network (OBJ. 1.3)
Testing the Network (OBJ. 5.2)
Media and Cabling Distribution

9 Topics
Ethernet Fundamentals (OBJ. 1.3 2.3 & 5.5)
Network Infrastructure Devices (Overview) (OBJ. 2.1)
Hands-on with Devices (OBJ. 2.1)
Additional Ethernet Switch Features (OBJ. 2.3 & 4.4)
Spanning Tree Protocol (OBJ. 2.3 & 5.5)
Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN) (OBJ. 2.3)
Specialized Network Devices (OBJ. 2.1)
Other Devices (OBJ. 2.1)
Ethernet Fundamentals

11 Topics
IP Addressing (OBJ. 1.4)
IPv4 Addressing (OBJ. 1.4)
IPv4 Data Flows (OBJ. 1.4)
Assigning IP Addresses (OBJ. 1.4 & 1.6)
Computer Mathematics (OBJ. 1.4)
Subnetting (OBJ. 1.4)
Subnetting Practice (OBJ. 1.4)
Subnetting by Hand (OBJ. 1.4)
IPv6 Addressing (OBJ. 1.4)
IPv6 Data Flows (OBJ. 1.4)
IP Addressing

6 Topics
Routing Fundamentals (OBJ. 2.2)
Routing Tables (OBJ. 2.2 & 5.5)
Routing Protocols (OBJ. 2.2)
Address Translation (NAT and PAT) (OBJ. 1.4)
Multicast Routing (OBJ. 1.4)
Routing

7 Topics
Network Services (OBJ. 1.6)
DHCP (OBJ. 1.6)
Hands-on with DHCP (OBJ. 1.6)
DNS (OBJ. 1.6)
Hands-on with DNS (OBJ. 1.6)
NTP (OBJ. 1.6)
Network Services

8 Topics
Wide Area Networks (WAN) (OBJ. 1.2)
Wired WAN Connections (OBJ. 1.2)
Wireless WAN Connections (OBJ. 1.2 & 2.4)
WAN Technologies (Part 1) (OBJ. 1.2)
WAN Technologies (Part 2) (OBJ. 1.2)
Hands-on with WANs (OBJ. 1.2)
Other WAN Connections (OBJ. 1.2)
Wide Area Networks (WANs)

9 Topics
Wireless Networking (WLAN) (OBJ. 2.1)
WLAN Service Sets (OBJ. 2.4 & 5.4)
Wireless Antennas (OBJ. 2.4 & 4.3)
Hands-on with Antennas (OBJ. 2.4 & 5.4)
Wireless Frequencies (OBJ. 2.4 & 5.4)
Wireless Security (OBJ. 2.4 4.3 & 5.4)
Hands-on with Wireless (OBJ. 2.4 & 4.3)
When Security Fails (OBJ. 4.2 & 4.3)
Wireless Networks

10 Topics
Cloud and the Datacenter (OBJ. 1.7 & 1.8)
Virtual Network Devices (OBJ. 1.2 & 1.7)
Voice Over IP (VoIP) (OBJ. 2.1)
Cloud Computing (OBJ. 1.8)
Cloud Concepts (OBJ. 1.8)
Virtualization and Cloud Computing (OBJ. 1.2)
Infrastructure as Code (OBJ. 1.8)
Connectivity Options (OBJ. 1.8)
Datacenter Architecture (OBJ. 1.7)
Cloud and the Datacenter

13 Topics
Network Security (OBJ. 4.1)
The CIA Triad (OBJ. 4.1)
Threats and Vulnerabilities (OBJ. 4.1)
Risk Management (OBJ. 4.1)
Security Principles (OBJ. 4.1)
Defense in Depth (OBJ. 4.1)
Multifactor Authentication (OBJ. 4.1 & 4.3)
Authentication Methods (OBJ. 4.1)
Network Access Protocols (OBJ. 4.1)
Network Access Control (OBJ. 4.1)
Physical Security (OBJ. 4.5)
Asset Disposal (OBJ. 4.5)
Network Security

9 Topics
Network Attacks (OBJ. 4.2)
Denial of Service Attacks (OBJ. 4.2)
General Network Attacks (OBJ. 4.2)
Spoofing Attacks (OBJ. 4.2)
Malware (OBJ. 4.2)
Wireless Attacks (OBJ. 4.2)
Social Engineering Attacks (OBJ. 4.2)
Insider Threat (OBJ. 4.2)
Network Attacks

12 Topics
Security Technologies
Firewalls (OBJ. 2.1 4.1 & 4.3)
Hands-on with Firewalls (OBJ. 4.3)
Hands-on with Software Firewalls (OBJ. 4.3)
IDS and IPS (OBJ. 2.1)
Remote Access (OBJ. 4.4)
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) (OBJ. 4.4)
IPSec (OBJ. 1.5)
Simple Network Management Protocol (OBJ. 3.1)
Network Logging (OBJ. 3.1)
SIEM (OBJ. 4.1)
Security Technologies

11 Topics
Network Hardening (OBJ. 4.3)
Patch Management (OBJ. 4.3)
Password Security (OBJ. 4.3)
Unneeded Services (OBJ. 4.3)
Port Security and VLANs (OBJ. 4.3)
Inspection and Policing (OBJ. 4.3)
Securing SNMP (OBJ. 4.3)
Access Control Lists (OBJ. 4.3)
Wireless Security (OBJ. 4.3)
IoT Considerations (OBJ. 4.3)
Network Hardening

9 Topics
Network Availability (OBJ. 2.2 & 3.3)
High Availability (OBJ. 3.3)
Designing Redundant Networks (OBJ. 3.3)
Recovery Sites (OBJ. 3.3)
Facilities Support (OBJ. 3.3)
Quality of Service (QoS) (OBJ. 2.2)
QoS Categorization (OBJ. 2.2)
QoS Mechanisms (OBJ. 2.2)
Network Availability

5 Topics
Network Policies (OBJ. 3.2)
Plans and Procedures (OBJ. 3.2)
Hardening and Security Policies (OBJ. 3.2)
Common Agreements (OBJ. 3.2)
Network Policies

8 Topics
Network Management (OBJ. 3.1 & 3.2)
Common Documentation (OBJ. 3.2)
Performance Metrics (OBJ. 3.1)
Sensors (OBJ. 3.1)
NetFlow Data (OBJ. 3.1)
Interface Statistics (OBJ. 3.1)
Environmental Sensors (OBJ. 3.1)
Network Management

8 Topics
Network Troubleshooting Methodology (OBJ. 5.1)
Cable Review (OBJ. 5.2)
Cabling Tools (OBJ. 5.2)
Cable Signal Issues (OBJ. 5.2)
Copper Cable Issues (OBJ. 5.2)
Fiber Cable Issues (OBJ. 5.2)
Ethernet Issues (OBJ. 5.2)
Troubleshooting Physical Networks

6 Topics
Troubleshooting Wireless Networks (OBJ. 5.4)
Wireless Considerations (OBJ. 5.4)
Coverage and Interference (OBJ. 5.4)
Incorrect Configurations (OBJ. 5.4)
Captive Portal (OBJ. 5.4)
Troubleshooting Wireless Networks

9 Topics
Network Tools and Commands (OBJ. 5.3)
Software Tools (OBJ. 5.3)
ping and traceroute (OBJ. 5.3)
ipconfig ifconfig and ip (OBJ. 5.3)
nslookup dig and hostname (OBJ. 5.3)
arp route nbtstat netstat (OBJ. 5.3)
telnet tcpdump and nmap (OBJ. 5.3)
Network Platform Commands (OBJ. 5.3)
Network Tools and Commands

12 Topics
Troubleshooting Network Issues (OBJ. 5.5)
Collisions and Broadcast Storms (OBJ. 5.5)
Duplicate Addresses (OBJ. 5.5)
Routing Issues (OBJ. 5.5)
Loops (OBJ. 5.5)
DHCP Issues (OBJ. 5.5)
IP and VLAN Settings (OBJ. 5.5)
Firewall Issues (OBJ. 5.5)
DNS and NTP Issues (OBJ. 5.5)
Network Performance Issues (OBJ. 5.5)
Other Issues (OBJ. 5.5)
Troubleshooting Network Issues

2 Topics
Conclusion
Bonus: Where to go from here?

1 Topic
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