Network+ is a CompTIA computer networking certification that includes computer network concepts, installation and configuration, media and topologies, management, and security.

This resource features a combination of Wikipedia readings, YouTube videos, and hands-on learning activities as a study guide to prepare for CompTIA Network+ Certification.

This entire Wikiversity course can be downloaded as a PDF by selecting Download Learning Guide in the sidebar (which will preserve hyperlinks.)

Preparation

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Learners would be best served by first approaching introductory computer and computer support concepts.

Objectives

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See list of all objectives  . For each domain:

Wikiversity Development Stages
Sparse resource   Developing resource   Maturing resource   Developed resource   Comprehensive resource  
  1. Networking Concepts  
  2. Network Implementation  
  3. Network Operations  
  4. Network Security  
  5. Network Troubleshooting  

Also see list of acronyms   and technologies  .

Test Details

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Exam description:

The CompTIA Network+ certification verifies that 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.
  • Manage, configure, and troubleshoot network infrastructure.

Number of questions: Maximum of 90

Length of test: 90 minutes

Passing score: 720 (on 100-900 scale)

Recommended experience:

CompTIA A+ certification and a minimum of 9-12 months of hands-on experience working in a junior network administrator/network support technician job role.

Exam code: N10-009

Languages: English, Japanese, German, Spanish, (Portuguese to follow)

See Also

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CompTIA

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  Wikibooks has a book on the topic of Network Plus Certification.
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References

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Further reading

  • Todd Lammle; Jon Buhagiar (May 7, 2024). CompTIA Network+ Study Guide: Exam N10-009 (6 ed.). Sybex. ISBN 1394235607. 
  • Emmett Dulaney (September 9, 2024). CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Exam Cram (8 ed.). Pearson IT Certification. ISBN 0135340837. 
  Educational level: this is a tertiary (university) resource.