CompTIA® Network+ (N10-007)
CompTIA® Network+ (N10-007)
The CompTIA® Network+ course builds on your existing user-level knowledge and experience with personal computer operating systems and networks by presenting the fundamental skills and concepts you will use on the job in any type of networking career.
Read MoreIf your job duties include network troubleshooting, installation, or maintenance, or if you are preparing for any type of network-related career, this course will provides the background knowledge and skills you will need to be successful. The course will also assist you if you are preparing for the CompTIA Network+ certification.
Exam: N10-007

Instructor:
Doug Bassett, N+, MCSE
Course Information
Skills Learned
In this course, you will describe the major networking technologies and systems of modern networks, and be able to configure, manage, and troubleshoot modern networks, including:
- Design and implement functional networks
- Configure, manage, and maintain essential network devices
- Use devices such as switches and routers to segment network traffic and create resilient networks
- Identify benefits and drawbacks of existing network configurations
- Implement network security, standards, and protocols
- Troubleshoot network problems
- Support the creation of virtualized networks
Who Should Attend This Course
This course is intended for entry-level computer support professionals with a basic knowledge of computer hardware, software, and operating systems who wish to increase their knowledge and understanding of networking concepts and acquire the required skills to prepare for a career in network support or administration, or who wish to prepare for the CompTIA Network+ certification (Exam N10-007).
Prerequisites
Networking experience is helpful but not mandatory; A+ certification or equivalent skills and knowledge is helpful but not mandatory.
Course Outline
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- Introduction to Networks
- The Open Systems Interconnection Specifications
- Networking Topologies, Connectors, and Wiring Standards
- The Current Ethernet Specifications
- Networking Devices
- Introduction to the Internet Protocol
- IP Addressing
- IP Subnetting, Troubleshooting IP, and Introduction to NAT
- Introduction to IP Routing
- Routing Protocols
- Switching and Virtual LANs
- Wireless Networking
- Authentication and Access Control
- Network Threats and Mitigation
- Physical Security and Risk
- Wide Area Networks
- Troubleshooting Tools
- Software and Hardware Tools
- Network Troubleshooting
- Management, Monitoring and Optimization
*Outline is subject to change
Hands-On Labs
Introduction to the OSI Model
- Understand the OSI model
- Layers 1 to 3 of the OSI model
- Layers 1 to 3 of the OSI model
Configure IPv4 and IPv6 Addressing
- Configure the Network to use an ISATAP Router
- Setup Network Connectivity between IPv4 and IPv6 Devices
Network Management – Diagrams, Symbols, and Documentation
- Introduction to LibreOffice Draw
- Create Network Diagrams with LibreOffice Draw
Network Services and Protocols (Part 1)
- Troubleshooting ICMP Related Issues (including Ping and Traceroute)
- Understand How ARP Works
Network Services and Protocols (Part 2)
- Verify Port 80 for HTTP
- Verify Port 443 for HTTPS
- Contrast TCP and UDP Protocols
- Using a Port Scanner
Network Services and Protocols (Part 3)
- Configuring Port 21 for FTP
- Configuring Port 161 for SNMP
- Configuring Port 23 for Telnet
- Configuring Port 445 for SMB
- Configuring Port 3389 for RDP
- Using VNC and SSH
Install OS Updates and Configure Security Policy
- Configure and Run Windows Update
- Configure Network Security Policy
Understand Common Network Vulnerabilities
- Spoofing a DNS Server
- Exploring DNS Server Vulnerabilities
- Using Anti-Phishing configuration
Implement a Host-based Firewall
- Preliminary Tasks
- Configuring Firewall Rules Using Windows Firewall
- Configuring Firewall Rules using Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
- Configuring Firewall Rules from the Command Line Interface
Install Hyper-V
- Enable Hyper-V Feature
Troubleshoot Internet Connection and DNS Issues
- Troubleshoot Internet Connectivity Issues
- Troubleshoot Network Connectivity due to DNS settings
Install and Configure DHCP and DNS Servers
- Installing and Configuring DHCP
- Installing and Configuring DNS
Introduction to Software as a Service (SaaS)
- Using OneDrive for Document Storage
- Using OneDrive for Document Sharing
Detecting System Bottlenecks and Log Management
- Monitor System Performance
- Detecting System Bottlenecks
Troubleshoot Network Connectivity with Network Utilities
- Using ipconfig
- Using pathping
- Using route
- Using iptables
- Using tcpdump
- Using nmap
VPN Technologies and Services
- Install VPN Server
- Configure VPN Server Properties
- Using PPTP
- Using L2TP and IPSec
Install and Configure Network Load Balancing
- Installing Network Load Balancing Nodes
- Configuring a New NLB Cluster
- Adding a Secondary Node to an NLB Cluster
- Examining the working of an NLB cluster
- Configuring and validating port rules for NLB cluster
Configure Switching Features
- Trunk Configuration Part 1
- VLAN Trunk Protocol
- Trunk Configuration Part 2
- Native VLAN Configuration
- Adding and Removing VLANs from a Trunk
- Configuring EtherChannel
Configure and Verify Switch Security Features
- ARP Inspection, DHCP Snooping, and IP Source Guard
- Private VLANs (PVLANs)
Configure Switching Concepts
- Examining the functionality of a Switch
- Examining the MAC Address Table
- Examining MAC Address Aging
- Frame Flooding
- Creating and Managing VLANs
Backup and Restore
- Restoring a Windows Computer Using System Image Backup
- Using Windows 10 backup utilities
- Automating Windows Server Backup
Routing Concepts and Protocols
- Static Routing
- Dynamic Routing
- Static and Dynamic Routing
- Floating Static Route
- Configuring Multiple Dynamic Routing Protocols
Configure Gateway Redundancy Protocols
- Configuring HSRP
- Priority and Pre-emption
- Examining HSRP
Configure Email Client Protocols
- Configuring an Email Service
- Configuring a Mail Client
Install and Configure SNMP
- Installing the Monitoring Software
- Installing and Configuring SNMP
- Performing a Network Inventory
Controlling VPN Access with RADIUS
- Install Network Policy Server – Microsoft RADIUS
- Configure VPN Ports
- Viewing the NPS Logs
Assess Network Vulnerabilities and Threats using MBSA
- Running MBSA to Detect System Vulnerabilities

COURSE SCHEDULE
January 12, 2021
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm ET
Week 1 of 2: Tuesday – Friday
Week 2 of 2: Tuesday – Friday
March 22, 2021
11:00 am – 2:00 pm ET
Week 1 of 2: Monday – Thursday
Week 2 of 2: Monday – Thursday
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