CompTIA Network+ N10-006 Cert Guide, Deluxe Edition

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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
  

Description

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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Updates

Updates & Corrections

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