Transcript What is CompTIA Network+ certification?

Mike Meyers’ CompTIA Network+® Guide to Managing and
Troubleshooting Networks, Third Edition (Exam N10-005)
CompTIA Network+
in a Nutshell
Chapter 1
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Objectives
• Describe the importance of CompTIA
Network+ certification
• Illustrate the structure and contents of the
CompTIA Network+ certification exam
• Plan a strategy to prepare for the exam
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Who needs CompTIA
Network+?
I just want to learn about networks!
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What is CompTIA
Network+ certification?
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• An industry-wide, vendor-neutral
certification
– Developed by the Computer Technology
Industry Association (CompTIA)
– Passing shows a basic competency in the
physical support of networking systems
– Passing shows a knowledge of conceptual
aspects of networking
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• Demonstrates knowledge equivalent to a
network technician with nine months of
networking experience
• Requires one computer-based, multiplechoice exam
• Widely recognized throughout the IT industry
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What is CompTIA?
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• A nonprofit industry trade association
• Members include computer resellers,
value-added resellers, distributors,
manufacturers, and training companies
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• Founded in 1982
• Offers certifications for a variety of computer
industries
• A+, Network+, I-Net+, Security+, and more
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CompTIA Network+
was revised in 2011
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How do I become CompTIA
Network+ certified?
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• Pass one computer-based, multiple-choice
exam
– No prerequisites or networking experience
– No special training course or materials
required
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• CompTIA recommends:
– Nine months network tech experience
– CompTIA A+ certification knowledge
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What is the test like?
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• One hundred multiple-choice questions
• Ninety-minute time limit
• Minimum pass score of 720
on a scale of 100-900
• Objectives organized into
CompTIA Network+ domains
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This table lists the domains,
and the percentage of the test each represents.
CompTIA Network+ Domain
Percentage
1.0 Network Technologies
21%
2.0 Network Installation and Configuration
23%
3.0 Network Media and Topologies
17%
4.0 Network Management
20%
5.0 Network Security
19%
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• More about the exam
– Practical questions involving
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Real-life troubleshooting scenarios
Hardware and software failures
“What do you do next?”
“What is the most likely problem?”
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• More about the exam (cont.)
– Know how to install and configure a PC to
connect to a network using these skills and
knowledge:
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Install and test a network card
Configure drivers
Load all network software
Know different topologies, standards, and cabling
Know the OSI seven-layer model
Know the protocol suites – especially TCP/IP
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How do I take the test?
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• Go to an authorized testing center
– Prometric: 888-895-6116 (www.prometric.com)
– Pearson VUE: 877-551-7587 (www.vue.com)
– More info on centers at www.comptia.org
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How much does
the test cost?
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• Price set by CompTIA
• At publication time, US$246 for
non-CompTIA members
• You can save money by purchasing an
exam voucher through CompTIA member
companies
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• When registering:
– Need Social Security number (or international
equivalent)
– Pay by credit card or unique voucher number
– International prices vary
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How to pass the
CompTIA Network+ exam
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• Keep it simple!
– Read the book
– Practice the questions at the end
of chapters
– Complete the lab exercises
– Take practice tests on the CD in the
back of the book
– Review any topics you missed
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• Obligate yourself
– Schedule the exam
– Determine necessary study time
– Call Prometric or Pearson VUE or register
for the exam online
• Set aside the right amount of study time
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Table 1.1
Determining How Much Study Time You Need
Amount of Experience/Study Time (in hours)
Once or Twice On Occasion Quite a Bit
Type of Experience
None
Installing a SOHO wireless network
Installing an advanced wireless network
(802.1X, RADIUS, etc.)
Installing structured cabling
Configuring a home router
Configuring a Cisco router
Configuring a software firewall
Configuring a hardware firewall
Configuring an IPv4 client
Configuring an IPv6 client
Working with SOHO WAN connection
(DSL, cable)
Working with an advanced WAN connection
(Tx, OCx, ATM)
Configuring a DNS server
Configuring a DHCP server
Configuring a Web application server
(HTTP, FTP, SSH, etc.)
Configuring a VLAN
Configuring a VPN
Configuring a dynamic routing protocol
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• Study for the test
– Historical/conceptual material: not on the
test, but greatly aids understanding
– Test-specific material: topics fit within the
CompTIA Network+ certification domains
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