CompTIA N+

Service Description

The CompTIA Network+ course is an intermediate-level certification designed for IT professionals who want to develop their networking skills. It provides comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience in managing, troubleshooting, and configuring wired and wireless networks. The certification is recognized globally and is a key stepping stone for careers in network administration, network support, and infrastructure management. Key Topics Covered: Networking Concepts: In-depth understanding of networking fundamentals, including the OSI model, TCP/IP protocols, DNS, and DHCP. Examining how different networking protocols (IPv4, IPv6) work, along with concepts like bandwidth, latency, and throughput. Network Infrastructure: Learning about various networking devices such as routers, switches, firewalls, and access points. Understanding cabling (copper, fiber), network topologies (star, mesh, hybrid), and WAN technologies (MPLS, SD-WAN). Network Operations: Monitoring and maintaining networks using various tools like SNMP, syslog, and network monitoring software. Managing device configurations, backups, and network documentation for operational efficiency. Network Security: Implementing network security protocols like WPA3, VLANs, and firewalls. Recognizing and mitigating common security threats (DoS attacks, phishing, malware), along with network access control (NAC). Network Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving network connectivity issues using a structured troubleshooting process. Familiarity with diagnostic tools like ping, traceroute, netstat, and packet sniffers to troubleshoot network problems effectively. IP Addressing and Subnetting: Deep understanding of IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, including how to calculate and implement subnet masks, CIDR notation, and address assignments. DHCP configuration and troubleshooting, as well as the importance of DNS for resolving hostnames to IP addresses. Wireless Networking: Configuring and managing wireless networks (Wi-Fi), including standards (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), frequencies, and encryption methods. Setting up wireless access points, and ensuring optimal performance through RF management and site surveys. Virtualization and Cloud Technologies: Understanding virtualized networking concepts such as virtual machines (VMs) and virtual switches. Introduction to cloud networking, including private, public, and hybrid cloud models, as well as SaaS, IaaS, and PaaS solutions.