CompTIA Network+ Review Guide

Organized by exam objectives, the CompTIA Network+ Review Guide: Exam N10-008, Fifth Edition, is a focused, concise review guide that works hand-in-hand with any Sybex learning prep tool, including the CompTIA Network+ Study Guide and CompTIA Network+ Deluxe Study Guide. The book is broken into 5 parts, each part corresponding to one of the 5 objective domain areas of the Network+ exam:

• Networking Fundamentals
• Network Implementations
• Network Operations
• Network Security
• Network Troubleshooting
  The CompTIA Network+ certification exam verifies the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to: Establish network connectivity by deploying wired and wireless devices; Understand and maintain network documentation; Understand the purpose of network services; Understand basic datacenter, cloud, and virtual networking concepts; Monitor network activity, identifying performance and availability issues; Implement network hardening techniques; and Manage, configure, and troubleshoot network infrastructure. Readers will also be given access to a comprehensive online test bank, which includes hundreds of practice questions, electronic flashcards, and a Glossary of Terms.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jon Buhagiar, Network+, A+, CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, BS/ITM, is Supervisor of Network Operations at Pittsburgh Technical College. In addition to teaching, he has been creating course content for the past 20 years. Some of his more recent work can be found on YouTube http://www.youtube.com/networkedminds.

Klappentext
Approach the CompTIA Network+ exam with confidence

Before you take CompTIA's Network+ Exam N10-008, reinforce your test prep with this concise guide that reviews all five Network+ exam domains: Fundamentals, Implementations, Operations, Security, and Troubleshooting. You'll find full coverage of all exam objectivesplus gain access to a practical and targeted set of online review tools.

• Easy-to-use book is organized by exam domains for quick review
• Flexible review guide goes hand-in-hand with any learning tool on the market, including the Sybex CompTIA® Network+ Study Guide: Exam N10-008, Fifth Edition
• Exam Essentials section in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know

• Gain access to a complete set of online exam prep and review tools, including hundreds of practice questions, electronic flashcards, and a full Glossary of Key Terms ABOUT THE COMPTIA NETWORK+ CERTIFICATION CompTIA's Network+ is a vendor-neutral networking certification that validates the knowledge and skills to troubleshoot, configure and manage common wired and wireless networks. CompTIA Network+ is accredited by ANSI as meeting the ISO/IEC 17024 standard, and is approved by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to fulfill Directive 8570.01-M requirements. It is compliant with government regulations under the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA). Visit www.certification.comptia.org for more information. Interactive learning environment Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex's superior interactive online tools. To access our interactive learning environment simply visit www. wiley.com/go/sybextestprep, register your book to receive your unique PIN, and instantly gain one year of FREE access after activation to:

• Interactive test bank with 2 custom practice exams help you to identify where you need additional study. Practice exams help you identify areas where further review is needed. Get more than 90% of the answers correct, and you???re ready to take the certification exam.
• 200 electronic flashcards reinforce learning and last-minute prep before the exam
• Comprehensive glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared

Zusammenfassung
Prep for success on the Network+ N10-008 exam and for your new career in network administration with this must-have resource

In the newly updated Fifth Edition of the CompTIA Network+ Review Guide: Exam: N10-008, a leading expert in Network Operations, Jon Buhagiar, delivers a focused and concise handbook for anyone preparing for the new Network+ N10-008 exam or for a career in network administration.

This guide is organized into five parts, with each part corresponding to one of the 5 objective domain areas of the Network+ exam: Fundamentals, Implementations, Operations, Security, and Troubleshooting.

You'll handily learn crucial IT skills like designing and implementing functional networks, configuring and managing essential network devices, using switches and routers to segment network traffic, and securing existing networks. This book also allows you to:

• Quickly and comprehensively prepare for the Network+ N10-008 exam with intuitively organized info and efficient learning strategies
• Discover the skills and techniques required in an entry-level network administration interview and job
• Access the Sybex online learning center, with chapter review questions, full-length practice exams, hundreds of electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms
  Perfect as a standalone resource for those seeking to succeed on the CompTIA Network+ N10-008 exam or as a companion to the CompTIA Network+ Study Guide and CompTIA Network+ Deluxe Study Guide, this book is an indispensable reference for anyone preparing for a career in network administration, network analysis, or systems engineering.

Inhalt

Introduction xvii

Chapter 1 Domain 1.0: Networking Fundamentals 1

1.1 Compare and contrast the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model layers and encapsulation concepts 11

OSI Model 12

Protocol Data Units 21

Data Encapsulation and Decapsulation 22

Exam Essentials 26

1.2 Explain the characteristics of network topologies and network types 28

Wired Topologies 28

Types 33

Service-Related Entry Point 39

Virtualization 40

Virtual Networking Components 40

Service Type 43

Service Delivery 48

Exam Essentials 50

1.3 Summarize the types of cables and connectors and explain which is the appropriate type for a solution 51

Media Types 51

Connector Types 55

Transceivers 60

Media Converters 62

Characteristics of Fiber Transceivers 63

Termination Points 65

Copper Cabling Standards 70

Copper Termination Standards 73

Ethernet Deployment Standards 76

Exam Essentials 78

1.4 Given a scenario, configure a subnet and use appropriate IP addressing schemes 80

Private vs Public 80

NAT/PAT 81

IPv4 Concepts 84

IPv6 Concepts 88

Address Assignments 93

Subnetting 99

Virtual IP (VIP) 107

Exam Essentials 108

1.5 Explain common ports and protocols, their application, and encrypted alternatives 110

Protocols and Ports 110

IP Protocol Types 117

Connection-Oriented vs Connectionless 121

Exam Essentials 122

1.6 Explain the use and purpose of network services 123

DNS 123

DHCP Service 132

NTP 137

Exam Essentials 137

1.7 Explain basic corporate and datacenter network architecture 139

Three-Tiered Model 139

Software-Defined Networking 140

Spine and Leaf 142

Traffic Flows 143

Host Locations 144

Network Storage Types 145

Connection Type 147

Exam Essentials 150

1.8 Summarize cloud concepts and connectivity options 151

Characteristics of a Cloud 151

Cloud Delivery Models 152

Types of Services 155

Infrastructure as Code 157

Connectivity Methods 160

Multitenancy 161

Elasticity 161

Scalability 162

Security Implications/Considerations 162

Relationship Between Local and Cloud Resources 163

Exam Essentials 163

Review Questions 165

Chapter 2 Domain 2.0: Network Implementations 169

2.1 Compare and contrast various devices, their features, and their appropriate placement on the network 173

Network Devices 173

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