CompTIA Network+ N10-006 Examination Objectives
Objectives Chapters
1.0 Network architecture
1.1
Explain the functions and applications of various network devices 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
1.2 Compare and contrast the use of networking services and applications 7, 9, 10
1.3 Install and configure the following networking services/applications 2, 7, 8, 10
1.4 Explain the characteristics and benefits of various WAN technologies 5, 7, 9, 11
1.5 Install and properly terminate various cable types and connectors using appropriate tools 4, 5
1.6 Differentiate between common network topologies 1, 11
1.7 Differentiate between network infrastructure implementations 1, 6, 9, 11, 12
1.8 Given a scenario, implement and configure the appropriate addressing schema 2, 4, 10
1.9 Explain the basics of routing concepts and protocols 2, 3, 9, 10
1.10 Identify the basic elements of unified communication technologies 1, 9
1.11 Compare and contrast technologies that support cloud and virtualization 4, 7, 10
1.12 Given a set of requirements, implement a basic network 4, 6, 7
2.0 Network operations
2.1 Given a scenario, use appropriate monitoring tools 2, 4, 6, 8, 9
2.2 Given a scenario, analyze metrics and reports from monitoring and tracking performance tools 4, 6, 9
2.3 Given a scenario, us e appropriate resources to support configuration management 4, 6, 8, 9, 12
2.4 Explain the importance of implementing network segmentation 8, 9, 12
2.5 Given a scenario, install and apply patches and updates 1, 12
2.6 Given a scenario, configure a switch using proper features 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 10
2.7 Install and configure wireless LAN infrastructure and implement the appropriate technologies in support
of wireless capable devices 6, 10
3.0 Network security
3.1 Compare and contrast risk related concepts 4, 8, 9, 12
3.2 Compare and contrast common network vulnerabilities and threats 6, 7, 8, 10
3.3 Given a scenario, implement network hardening techniques 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
3.4 Compare and contrast physical security controls 12
3.5 Given a scenario, install and configure a basic firewall 8
3.6 Explain the purpose of various network access control models 6, 7, 8
3.7 Summarize basic forensic concepts 12
4.0 Troubleshooting
4.1 Given a scenario, implement the following network troubleshooting methodology 1
4.2 Given a scenario, analyze and interpret the output of troubleshooting tools 2, 3, 5, 6
4.3 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common wireless issues 6, 10
4.4 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common copper cable issues 4, 5
4.5 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common fiber cable issues 5
4.6 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common network issues 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10
4.7 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common security issues 4, 7, 8, 9
4.8 Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve common WAN issues 11
5.0 Industry standards, practices, and network theory
5.1 Analyze a scenario and determine the corresponding OSI layer 1
5.2 Explain the basics of network theory and concepts
1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9, 11, Appendix B
5.3 Given a scenario, deploy the appropriate wireless standard 6
5.4 Given a scenario, deploy the appropriate wired connectivity standard 5, 11
5.5 Given a scenario, implement the appropriate policies or procedures 8, 12
5.6 Summarize safety practices 1
5.7 Given a scenario, install and configure equipment in the appropriate location using best practices 4
5.8 Explain the basics of change management procedures 12
5.9 Compare and contrast the following ports and protocols 1, 2, 3, 7, 9
5.10 Given a scenario, configure and apply the appropriate ports and protocols 1, 2, 7, 9
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