Features
- A test-preparation routine proven to help students pass the exams, approved by CompTIA
- Clearly defined chapter learning objectives cover all N10-006 exam topics
- Includes Chapter-ending review questions and exam preparation exercises, 40 Performance-based practice question simulations, and more than 60 minutes of video mentoring from the author, and more
- Comes with access to the powerful Pearson IT Certification Practice Test software, complete with hundreds of well-reviewed, exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reports
- Includes a free copy of the CompTIA Network+ N10-006 Hands-on Lab Simulator, complete with 63 labs
- Copyright 2015
- Dimensions: 7-3/8" x 9-1/8"
- Pages: 624
- Edition: 1st
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Book
- ISBN-10: 0-7897-5473-8
- ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-5473-8
This approved study guide helps you master topics on the CompTIA Network+ N10-006 exam, including the following:
- Computer network fundamentals
- The OSI model and TCP/IP stack
- Media types, infrastructure components, and network devices
- Ethernet technology
- IPv4 and IPv6 addresses
- Routing IP traffic with dynamic routing protocols
- DNAT, SNAT, and PAT
- Multicast routing
- Wide Area Networks (WANs)
- Wireless LANs
- Network optimization and QoS
- Windows and UNIX command-line tools for network administration and troubleshooting
- Network security
- Troubleshooting common Layer 2, Layer 3, and wireless networking issues
CompTIA Network+ N10-006 Cert Guide, Deluxe Edition contains proven study features that enable you to succeed on the exam the first time. Best-selling authors and expert instructors Keith Barker and Kevin Wallace share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills, essential for successful completion of the performance-based testing items on the exam. This complete, CompTIA-approved study package includes the following:
- A test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the exams approved by CompTIA
- Clearly defined chapter learning objectives covering all N10-006 exam topics
- Chapter-ending review questions and exam preparation exercises, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly
- The powerful Pearson IT Certification Practice Test software, complete with hundreds of well reviewed, exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reports
- 40 performance-based practice question exercises to help you prepare for the hands-on exam questions
- More than 60 minutes of video mentoring from the author
- A final preparation chapter, which guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategies
- An Exam Essentials appendix that quickly recaps all major chapter topics for easy reference, both in print and interactive digital format
- A key terms Glossary in both print and on the DVD, which acts as an interactive flash-card application
- Study plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study time
- A 10% exam discount voucher (a $27 value!)
This Deluxe Edition also includes two special features:
- A free copy of the CompTIA Network+ N10-006 Authorized Cert Guide Premium Edition eBook and Practice Test. This package provides you access to three eBook files (PDF, EPUB, and Mobi/Kindle format), more than 400 exam-realistic practice test questions, and links from all the questions to the specific sections in the
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Table of Contents
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Introduction xxv
Chapter 1 Computer Network Fundamentals 2
Foundation Topics 4
Defining a Network 4
The Purpose of Networks 4
Overview of Network Components 5
Networks Defined by Geography 7
LAN 7
WAN 8
Other Categories of Networks 8
CAN 8
MAN 8
PAN 9
Networks Defined by Topology 9
Physical Versus Logical Topology 9
Bus Topology 11
Ring Topology 13
Star Topology 14
Hub-and-Spoke Topology 15
Full-Mesh Topology 17
Partial-Mesh Topology 18
Networks Defined by Resource Location 19
Client/Server Networks 19
Peer-to-Peer Networks 21
Real-World Case Study 22
Summary 23
Exam Preparation Tasks 23
Review Questions 25
Chapter 2 The OSI Reference Model 28
Foundation Topics 30
The Purpose of Reference Models 30
The OSI Model 31
Layer 1: The Physical Layer 33
Layer 2: The Data Link Layer 37
Media Access Control 37
Logical Link Control 38
Layer 3: The Network Layer 40
Layer 4: The Transport Layer 42
Layer 5: The Session Layer 44
Layer 6: The Presentation Layer 46
Layer 7: The Application Layer 47
The TCP/IP Stack 48
Layers of the TCP/IP Stack 48
Common Application Protocols in the TCP/IP Stack 51
Real-World Case Study 55
Summary 56
Exam Preparation Tasks 56
Review Questions 58
Chapter 3 Network Components 60
Foundation Topics 62
Media 62
Coaxial Cable 62
Twisted-Pair Cable 64
Shielded Twisted Pair 64
Unshielded Twisted Pair 65
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