CompTIA Network+ N10-008

The N10-008 exam focuses on essential networking concepts, network infrastructure, network operations, security, and troubleshooting. Here’s a detailed look at the domains:

Networking Fundamentals (24%)

• Network types and topologies (LAN, WAN, MAN, PAN).
• Network components (routers, switches, access points).
• IPv4 and IPv6 addressing schemes.
• Subnetting, routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP).
• Common networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, ICMP).
• DNS, DHCP, NAT, PAT, and their functions.

Network Implementations (19%)

• Implementing wired and wireless networks.
• Ethernet standards and cabling.
• Wireless standards and technologies (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth).
• Virtual LANs (VLANs), network segmentation.
• Understanding network storage technologies (SAN, NAS).

Network Operations (16%)

• Monitoring and managing networks.
• Network performance optimization.
• Configuring network devices (switches, routers).
• Understanding network documentation (diagrams, logs).
• Disaster recovery, backup procedures.

Network Security (19%)

• Implementing network security protocols (IPSec, SSL/TLS).
• Understanding firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS.
• Network access control (NAC), authentication methods.
• Security policies and procedures.
• Basic threat analysis and mitigation.

Network Troubleshooting (22%)

• Troubleshooting methodology and tools.
• Identifying and resolving network connectivity issues.
• Common hardware failures and their remedies.
• Troubleshooting wireless and wired networks.
• Command-line tools for network diagnostics (ping, tracert, nslookup).

CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Content

The N10-009 exam is the latest version, with updated topics reflecting current networking technologies and practices. The core content remains similar but with some updates to reflect modern networking trends.

Networking Fundamentals (24%)

• Network concepts and models (OSI, TCP/IP).
• Understanding different network devices and services.
• IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, subnetting, and routing concepts.
• Protocols and ports (FTP, SSH, Telnet, HTTP/S).

Network Implementations (19%)

• Deploying and managing network cabling (copper, fiber).
• Configuring and deploying wireless networks.
• Understanding VLANs, VPNs, and virtual network concepts.
• Implementing network storage solutions.

Network Operations (16%)

• Maintaining and optimizing network performance.
• Network monitoring tools and techniques.
• Understanding network documentation and diagrams.
• Disaster recovery, high availability, and cloud concepts.

Network Security (19%)

• Securing network devices and data.
• Implementing firewall rules, ACLs, and network segmentation.
• Encryption methods, VPNs, and wireless security.
• Identifying and mitigating network threats and vulnerabilities.

Network Troubleshooting (22%)

• Methodologies for troubleshooting network issues.
• Tools for diagnosing and resolving network problems.
• Addressing connectivity and performance issues.
• Troubleshooting wireless and wired networks.