CompTIA Network+
The CompTIA Network+ certification prep path will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the cybersecurity principles and security best practices needed to pass the Network+ certification exam.
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About this Path
CompTIA’s Network+ is a globally recognized certification that validates essential networking skills, including network configuration, troubleshooting, security, and management. Network+ is often used as a requirement for entry-level roles in network administration, cybersecurity, and IT support.
Cybrary’s CompTIA Network+ certification course provides the foundational knowledge you’ll need for the Network+ exam. Topics include networking fundamentals, implementations, operations, security, and more.
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Network+: Networking Fundamentals
In this CompTIA Network+: Networking Fundamentals course, you will learn about the OSI reference model, IP v4 basics and subnet masks, classless inter-domain routing, and network services.
Network+: Network Implementations
In this CompTIA Network+: Network Implementations course, you will learn about network devices, routing basics, VPNs, and wireless security.
Network+: Network Operations
In this CompTIA Network+: Network Operations course, you will learn about performance monitoring, policies and best practices, and high availability and disaster recovery.
Network+: Network Security
In this CompTIA Network+: Network Security course, you will learn about assessments, common attacks, hardening systems, and physical security.
Network+: Network Troubleshooting
In this CompTIA Network+: Network Troubleshooting course, you will learn about CompTIA's network troubleshooting methodology, and how to troubleshoot wired networks, wireless networks, and network services.
Practice
Exercise your problem-solving and creative thinking skills with security-centric puzzles
Network Reference Models
In this hands-on lab, you will learn about the OSI and TCP/IP Reference Models and how they are used to organize the communications standards used by computer networks. You will then explore the different layers of the two models using Wireshark and a PCAP file containing wireless network traffic.
Nmap Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of Nmap, including basic functionality and practical applications. You will practice scanning and enumeration using a range of different Nmap options.
VPN Basics
In this lab, you will learn the basics of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs). You will practice configuring a site-to-site IPsec VPN implementation using two pfSense firewall appliances.
IP Addressing Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of IP addressing. You will practice analyzing a TCP/IP network topology in the GNS3 network simulator using basic Linux commands.
Network Device Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of network devices. You will practice assessing and configuring a simple network topology in the GNS3 network simulator.
Vulnerability Scanner Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of vulnerability scanners, including basic functionality and practical applications. You will practice configuring and analyzing scans using the OpenVAS vulnerability scanner.
Data Backup and Recovery Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of data backup and recovery, including different types of backups. You will practice using Windows Server Backup to create a data backup and recover files from a data backup.
Patching Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of vulnerability scanners, including basic functionality and practical applications. You will practice configuring and analyzing scans using the OpenVAS vulnerability scanner
Access Control Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of access control, including different types of access control. You will practice using Windows Security Permissions and icacls to manage and verify and access control.
Wireshark Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of Wireshark, including basic functionality and practical applications. You will practice packet capture and analysis using a range of different protocols and Wireshark features, including display filters, streams, and conversation filters.
Cryptographic Hash Functions
In this hands-on lab, you will learn about the basics of cryptographic hash functions. You will practice generating and comparing hash values.
Network Troubleshooting Basics
In this hands-on lab, you will learn the basics of network troubleshooting. You will practice using common network troubleshooting tools and techniques to diagnose and resolve various network connectivity issues.
Prove
Assess your knowledge and skills to identify areas for improvement and measure your growth
CompTIA Network+ N10-009
CyberVista’s CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Practice test is intended for learners to assesses their knowledge of network infrastructure, networking concepts, vulnerabilities, network operations, and troubleshooting in preparation for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.
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Put your skills to the test in virtual labs, challenges, and simulated environments.
Measure Your Progress
Track your skills development from lesson to lesson using the Cybrary Skills Tracker.
Connect with the Community
Connect with peers and mentors through our supportive community of cybersecurity professionals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This certification prep path is designed for early career practitioners who are interested in earning their Network+ certification.
This certification prep path is aligned with the N10-008 version of Network+ exam. The content in this path aligns with more than 90% of the new N10-009 exam.
This certification prep path is aligned with the N10-008 version of Network+ exam. The content in this path aligns with more than 90% of the new N10-009 exam.CompTIA Network+ certification validates your expertise in key networking areas, including troubleshooting, configuring, and managing networks. It is the industry standard for establishing a career in IT infrastructure, and it demonstrates to potential employers that you have the foundational skills required for success in a network admin or related role.
The Network+ exam contains multiple choice and performance-based questions on a variety of networking concepts, including network infrastructure, operations, and security. You will also need to be able to explain network troubleshooting methodology and tools. Cybrary’s CompTIA Network+ certification prep path covers all relevant topics and includes both labs for hands-on practice and a practice test that will ensure you’re ready for the official certification exam.
Earning your Network+ certification will prepare you for a variety of entry-level IT roles, including network engineer, network administrator, computer technician, network support specialist, and network field technician. Network+ is the ideal certification for launching your IT career with a strong foundation in networking or validating your existing technical skills.
