CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-007) Online Training Course

• Intro to networking
• Networking architectures
• Activity Basic Networking

1.2 OSI ModelYou will explain devices, applications, protocols, and services at their appropriate OSI layers.Topics:

• Layer 7 “ Application
• Layer 6 “ Presentation
• Layer 5 “ Session
• Layer 4 “ Transport
• Layer 3 “ Network
• Layer 2 “ Data Link
• Layer 1 “ Physical
• Activity Exploring the OSI Model

1.3 Protocols and PortsYou will explain the purposes and uses of ports and protocols.Topics:

• Protocols and ports overview
• Activity Examining Protocols and Ports
• Connection-oriented vs. connectionless
• Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)
• User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
• Activity Comparing TCP and UDP
• Internet Protocol (IP)
• Internet Control Messaging Protocol (ICMP)
• Internet Group Messaging Protocol (IGMP)
• Activity Examining the Lower Layer Protocols
• Layer 7 Rote Control Protocols
• Layer 7 File Transfer Protocols
• Layer 7 Messaging Protocols
• Activity Examining Messaging Protocols
• Layer 7 Web Traffic Protocols
• Layer 7 Streaming Media Protocols
• Layer 7 Infrastructure Managent Protocols

1.4 SwitchingYou will explain the concepts and characteristics of switching.Topics:

• Packet-switched vs. circuit-switched networks
• Properties of Network Traffic
• Contention Managent
• Activity Creating Collision and Broadcast Domains
• Interface Properties and Segmentation
• Activity Creating a Basic Network Segment
• Switching prt 2
• Activity Switching
• Switching Loop Managent
• Activity Managing Switching Loops
• VLANs
• Activity Creating VLANs

1.5 RoutingYou will explain the concepts and characteristics of routing.Topics:

• ARP
• Activity Examining ARP
• IP Addressing Basics
• Activity Configuring IP
• Routers
• Activity Setting Up a Router
• Routing Basics
• Activity Adding Static Routes
• VLAN Routing
• Activity Routing Between VLANs
• NAT/PAT
• Activity Configuring NAT/PAT
• Routing Protocols
• Activity Configuring a Routing Protocol
• Firewalls
• Activity Configuring Firewalls

1.6 Advanced Switching and Routing ConceptsYou will explain advanced switching and routing concepts.Topics:

• IPv6 Concepts
• Activity Exploring IPv6
• Performance Concepts
• Distributed Switching
• Software-defined Networking

1.7 IP AddressingYou will, given a scenario, configure the appropriate IP addressing components.Topics:

• Public vs. Private
• Loopback and Reserved
• Subnet Mask
• Default Gateway
• Virtual IP
• Subnetting
• Activity Learning to Subnet
• Address Assignments

1.8 Network Types and TopologiesYou will compare and contrast the characteristics of network topologies, types and technologies.Topics:

• Wired Topologies
• Wireless Topologies
• Network Types
• Technologies that Facilitate the Internet Of Things (IoT)
• (No activity for this chapter)

1.9 Wireless TechnologiesYou will, given a scenario, implent the appropriate wireless technologies and configurations.Topics:

• Radio Basics
• 802.11 Standards
• Wi-Fi Frequencies
• Wi-Fi Antenna Concepts
• Bluetooth
• Cellular
• Site Surveys
• Activity Using an RF Spectrum Analyzer

1.10 Cloud ConceptsYou will summarize cloud concepts and their purposes.Topics:

• Types of Services
• Cloud Delivery Models
• Security Implications/Considerations
• Activity Exploring Cloud Services

1.11 Network ServicesYou will explain the functions of network services.Topics:

• DNS Service
• Activity Setting up DNS
• DHCP Service
• Activity Setting Up DHCP
• NTP
• IPAM

Infrastructure2.1 Cabling SolutionsYou will, given a scenario, deploy the appropriate cabling solution.Topics:

• Media Types
• Activity Testing a Fiber Optic Cable
• Plenum vs. PVC
• Connector Types
• Activity Crimping on an RJ-45 Connector
• Transceivers
• Termination Points
• Activity Terminating Cable to a 110 Block
• Copper Cable Standards
• Copper Termination Standards
• Activity Creating a Crossover Cable
• Ethernet Deployment Standards

2.2 Network Device Placent and InstallationYou will, given a scenario, determine the appropriate placent of networking devices on a network and install/configure th.Topics:

• Network Interface
• Repeater
• Hub
• Bridge
• Switch
• Router
• Mod
• Wireless Access Point
• Activity Setting up a WAP
• Firewall
• Media Converter
• Wireless Range Extender
• VoIP Endpoint

2.3 Advanced Network DevicesYou will explain the purposes and use cases for advanced networking devices.Topics:

• Multilayer Switch
• Wireless Controller
• Load Balancer
• IDS/IPS
• Proxy Server
• Activity Configuring Proxy Settings
• VPN Concentrator
• AAA/RADIUS Server
• UTM Appliance
• NGFW/Layer 7 Firewall
• VoIP PBX
• VoIP Gateway
• Content Filter

2.4 Virtualization and Network Storage TechnologiesYou will explain the purposes of virtualization and network storage technologies.Topics:

• Virtual Networking Components
• Network Storage Types
• Connection Types
• Jumbo Frames
• (No activity for this chapter)

2.5 WAN TechnologiesYou will compare and contrast WAN technologies.Topics:

• Service Types
• Transmission Mediums
• Characteristics of Service
• Activity Configuring WAN Links
• Termination

Module 3 “ Network Operations3.1 DocumentationYou will, given a scenario, use appropriate documentation and diagrams to manage the network.Topics:

• Diagram Symbols
• Standard Operating Procedures/Work Instructions
• Logical vs. Physical Diagrams
• Rack Diagrams
• Change Managent Documentation
• Wiring and Port Locations
• IDF/MDF Documentation
• Labeling
• Network Configuration and Performance Baselines
• Inventory Managent
• Activity Using Documentation

3.2 Business Continuity and Disaster RecoveryYou will compare and contrast business continuity and disaster recovery concepts.Topics:

• Availability Concepts
• Recovery
• Activity Backing Up Your Data
• MTTR
• MTBF
• SLA Requirents

3.3 Scanning, Monitoring, and PatchingYou will explain common scanning, monitoring and patching processes and summarize their expected outputs.Topics:

• Processes
• Event Managent
• SNMP Monitors
• Metrics
• Activity Testing the Network

3.4 Rote Access MethodsYou will, given a scenario, use rote access methods.Topics:

• VPN
• RDP
• SSH
• VNC
• Telnet
• HTTPS/Managent URL
• Rote File Access
• Out-of-Band Managent
• Activity Making Rote Connections

3.5 Policies and Best PracticesYou will identify policies and best practices.Topics:

• Privileged User Agreent
• Password Policy
• On-boarding/Off-boarding Procedures
• Licensing Restrictions
• International Export Controls
• Data Loss Prevention
• Rote Access Policies
• Incident Response Policies
• BYOD
• AUP
• NDA
• Syst Life Cycle
• Safety Procedures And Policies
• Activity Creating Policies and Procedures

Module 4 “ Network Security4.1 Physical Security DevicesYou will summarize the purposes of physical security devices.Topics:

• Detection
• Prevention
• (No activity for this chapter)

4.2 Authentication and Access ControlYou will explain authentication and access controls.Topics:

• Authorization, Authentication, and Accounting
• Multifactor Authentication
• Access Control
• Activity Examining Access Control Mechanisms

4.3 Basic Wireless Network SecurityYou will, given a scenario, secure a basic wireless network.Topics:

• WPA
• WPA2
• TKIP-RC4
• CCMP-AES
• Authentication and Authorization
• Geofencing
• Activity Donstrating the Need for Wireless Security

4.4 Common Network AttacksYou will summarize common networking attacks.Topics:

• DoS
• Social Engineering
• Insider Threat
• Logic Bomb
• Rogue Access Point
• Evil Twin
• War-driving
• Phishing
• Ransomware
• DNS Poisoning
• ARP Poisoning
• Spoofing
• Deauthentication
• Brute Force
• VLAN Hopping
• Man-in-the-Middle
• Exploits vs. Vulnerabilities
• Activity Conducting a Phishing Attack

4.5 Network Device HardeningYou will, given a scenario, implent network device hardening.Topics:

• Changing Default Credentials
• Avoiding Common Passwords
• File Hashing
• Generating New Keys
• Activity Supporting Secure Authentication and Encryption
• Upgrading Firmware
• Patching and Updates
• Disabling Unnecessary Services
• Using Secure Protocols
• Disabling Unused Ports

4.6 Common Mitigation TechniquesYou will explain common mitigation techniques and their purposes.Topics:

• Signature Managent
• Device Hardening
• Change Native VLAN
• Switchport Protection
• Network Segmentation
• Privileged User Account
• File Integrity Monitoring
• Role Separation
• Restricting Access Via ACLs
• Honeypot/Honeynet
• Penetration Testing
• Activity Implenting a Honeypot

Module 5 “ Network Troubleshooting and Tools5.1 Network Troubleshooting MethodologyYou will explain the network troubleshooting methodology.Topics:

• Identify the Probl
• Establish a Theory of Probable Cause
• Test the Theory to Determine the Cause
• Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Probl and Identify Potential Effects
• Implent the Solution or Escalate as Necessary
• Verify Full Syst Functionality and , if Applicable, Implent Preventive Measures
• Document Findings, Actions, and Outcomes
• (No activity for this chapter)

5.2 Using the Appropriate ToolYou will, given a scenario, use the appropriate tool.Topics:

• Hardware Tools “ Basic Hand Held
• Hardware Tools “ Analyzers
• Activity Troubleshooting with Hardware Tools
• Software Tools “ Testers and Analyzers
• Activity Troubleshooting with Software Tools
• Software Tools “ Command Line
• Activity Using Command Line Tools

5.3 Troubleshoot Wired Connectivity and PerformanceYou will, given a scenario, troubleshoot common wired connectivity and performance issues.Topics:

• Signal Issues:
• Attenuation
• Latency
• Jitter
• Crosstalk
• I
• Activity Troubleshooting Signal Probls
• Physical Issues:
• Open/short
• Incorrect pin-out
• Incorrect Cable Type
• Bad Port
• Damaged cable
• Bent pins
• Transceiver Issues:
• Transceiver mismatch
• TX/RX reverse
• Duplex/speed mismatch
• Activity Troubleshooting Transceiver Probls
• Traffic Flow Issues:
• Bottleneck
• VLAN mismatch
• Network connection LED status indicators

5.4 Troubleshoot Wireless Connectivity and PerformanceYou will, given a scenario, troubleshoot common wireless connectivity and performance issues.Topics:

• Signal Loss:
• Attenuation
• Reflection
• Refraction
• Absorption
• Latency & Jitter
• Antenna Issues:
• Incorrect antenna type
• Incorrect antenna placent
• Incorrect WAP type
• WAP Issues:
• Interference
• Channel overlap
• Overcapacity
• Distance limitations
• Frequency mismatch
• Power levels
• Signal-to-noise ratio
• WAP Misconfiguration:
• Wrong SSID
• Wrong passphrase
• Security type mismatch
• Activity Troubleshooting WAP Issues

5.5 Troubleshoot Common Network Service IssuesYou will, given a scenario, troubleshoot common network service issues.Topics:

• Common Network Issues:
• Physical Connectivity
• Incorrect IP Address
• Incorrect Gateway
• Incorrect Netmask
• Names Not Resolving
• Untrusted SSL Certificate
• DHCP Issues:
• Duplicate IP Addresses
• Expired IP Address
• Rogue DHCP
• Exhausted DHCP Scope
• Firewall/ACL Issues:
• Blocked TCP/UDP Ports
• Incorrect Host-based Firewall Settings
• Incorrect ACL Settings
• Advanced Network Issues:
• DNS Server Issues
• Duplicate MAC Addresses
• Incorrect Time
• Unresponsive Service
• Hardware Failure
• Activity Case Study: Troubleshooting an Unusual