CompTIA Network+ N10-004 Exam Cram, Rough Cuts, 3rd Edition

Description

This is a working draft of a pre-release book. It is available before the published date as part of the Rough Cuts service.

The new edition of CompTIA Network+ Exam Cram is the first book to cover the Network+ 2009 exam.

Covers the critical information you’ll need to know to score higher on your Network+ exam!

• Implement proven best practices for managing networks efficiently and reliably
• Thoroughly understand network hardware components, devices, cabling, and connectors
• Systematically review TCP/IP, related network protocols, and the OSI model
• Manage network operating systems and clients
• Identify network vulnerabilities and configure network security to address them
• Use security tools such as cryptography and antivirus software
• Provide reliable, secure Internet access, WAN access, and VLAN support
• Implement disaster recovery plans that protect business continuity
• Troubleshoot network and Internet connectivity problems
• Efficiently document the network and provide high-quality user support

CD Features Test Engine!

• Detailed explanations of correct and incorrect answers
• Multiple test modes
• Random questions and order of answers
• Coverage of each Network+ exam objective 

Sample Content

Table of Contents

Introduction... 1

Self-Assessment... 7

Chapter 1:
Introduction to Networking..................................................................... 13

    Introduction.............................................................................. 14

    LANs, WANs, MANs, and WPANs............................................ 14

        LANs........................................................................... 14

        WANs......................................................................... 15

        Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs)............................... 15

        WPANs....................................................................... 15

    Network Models....................................................................... 16

        Peer-to-Peer Networking Model...................................... 16

        Client/Server Networking Model...................................... 16

        Comparing Peer-to-Peer and Client/Server Network Models 17

    Centralized and Distributed Computing....................................... 18

    Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)................................................. 18

        Components of the VPN Connection.............................. 19

        VPN Pros and Cons..................................................... 20

    Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs)......................................... 21

        VLAN Membership....................................................... 23

    Network Topologies.................................................................. 26

        Bus Topology............................................................... 26

        Ring Topology.............................................................. 27

        Star Topology............................................................... 28

        Wired Mesh Topology................................................... 30

        Wireless Topologies..................................................... 31

        Point-to-Point, Point-to-Multipoint, and Wireless Mesh Topologies  33

        Hybrid Topologies......................................................... 36

    Review and Test Yourself.......................................................... 37

        The Facts.................................................................... 37

        Key Terms.........

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