CompTIA Network+ CertMike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified!: Exam N10-008
- 5h 54m
- Craig Zacker, Mike Chapple
- Sybex
- 2023
A laser-focused and job-ready blueprint for success on the CompTIA Network+ exam and a running start on your first (or next) job in tech
CompTIA Network+ CertMike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified! Exam N10-008 delivers a no-nonsense, straight-to-business guide to acing the CompTIA Network+ test on your first attempt. Veteran tech experts and educators Mike Chapple and Craig Zacker walk you through every step you’ll need to take on the N10-008 exam, from networking fundamentals, implementations, and operations to network security and troubleshooting. Ace the test using the proven CertMike approach:
- Prepare -- CertMike is your personal study coach, guiding you through all the exam objectives and helping you gain an understanding of how they apply to on-the-job tasks!
- Practice -- Each chapter includes two multiple choice practice questions. Work through the detailed explanations to evaluate each answer option and understand the reason for the best answer!
- Pass -- On exam day, use the critical knowledge you've learned when you’re ready to take the test. You'll feel ready and confident to pass the exam and earn your certification!
The book skips the fluff and gets right to the point of getting you familiar with network basics and on the road to an in-demand certification and a new career as a network technician or admin. You’ll also get complimentary access to additional Sybex online study tools, including a bonus practice exam and audio recordings of the book’s CertMike Exam Essentials.
A can’t-miss roadmap to success on the Network+ exam, CompTIA Network+ CertMike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified! Exam N10-008 is the job-focused and practical guide you’ve been looking for to help you hone your networking skills.
About the Author
Mike Chapple, PhD is Teaching Professor of Information Technology, Analytics, and Operations at Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business. He is a bestselling author of over 25 books and serves as the Academic Director of the University’s Master of Science in Business Analytics program. He holds multiple additional certifications, including the CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CySA+ (CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst), CIPP/US (Certified Information Privacy Professional), CompTIA PenTest+, and CompTIA Security+. Mike provides cybersecurity certification resources at his website, CertMike.com.
Craig Zacker is the author or co-author of dozens of books, manuals, articles, and web sites on computer and networking topics.
In this Book
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Introduction
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OSI Model—Objective 1.1—Compare and Contrast the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) Model Layers and Encapsulation Concepts
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Network Topologies—Objective 1.2—Explain the Characteristics of Network Topologies and Network Types
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Cables and Connectors—Objective 1.3—Summarize the Types of Cables and Connectors and Explain Which is the Appropriate Type for a Solution
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IP Addressing—Objective 1.4—Given a Scenario, Configure a Subnet and Use Appropriate IP Addressing Schemes
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Ports and Protocols—Objective 1.5—Explain Common Ports and Protocols, Their Application, and Encrypted Alternatives
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Network Services—Objective 1.6—Explain the Use and Purpose of Network Services
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Network Architecture—Objective 1.7—Explain Basic Corporate and Datacenter Network Architecture
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Cloud Computing—Objective 1.8—Summarize Cloud Concepts and Connectivity Options
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Network Devices—Objective 2.1—Compare and Contrast Various Devices, Their Features, and Their Appropriate Placement on the Network
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Routing and Bandwidth Management—Objective 2.2—Compare and Contrast Routing Technologies and Bandwidth Management Concepts
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Switching—Objective 2.3—Given a Scenario, Configure and Deploy Common Ethernet Switching Features
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Wireless Standards—Objective 2.4—Given a Scenario, Install and Configure the Appropriate Wireless Standards and Technologies
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Network Availability—Objective 3.1—Given a Scenario, Use the Appropriate Statistics and Sensors to Ensure Network Availability
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Organizational Documents and Policies—Objective 3.2—Explain the Purpose of Organizational Documents and Policies
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High Availability and Disaster Recovery—Objective 3.3—Explain High Availability and Disaster Recovery Concepts and Summarize Which is the Best Solution
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Security Concepts—Objective 4.1—Explain Common Security Concepts
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Network Attacks—Objective 4.2—Compare and Contrast Common Types of Attacks
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Network Hardening—Objective 4.3—Given a Scenario, Apply Network Hardening Techniques
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Remote Access—Objective 4.4—Compare and Contrast Remote Access Methods and Security Implications
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Physical Security—Objective 4.5—Explain the Importance of Physical Security
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Network Troubleshooting Methodology—Objective 5.1—Explain the Network Troubleshooting Methodology
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Troubleshooting Cable Connectivity—Objective 5.2—Given a Scenario, Troubleshoot Common Cable Connectivity Issues and Select the Appropriate Tools
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Network Software Tools and Commands—Objective 5.3—Given a Scenario, Use the Appropriate Network Software Tools and Commands
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Troubleshooting Wireless Connectivity—Objective 5.4—Given a Scenario, Troubleshoot Common Wireless Connectivity Issues
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Troubleshooting Network Issues—Objective 5.5—Given a Scenario, Troubleshoot General Networking Issues
