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Master the topics on the CompTIA Network+ N10-008 exam, including:

  • Network topologies and media types
  • IP addressing
  • Network services
  • Data center architectures and cloud concepts
  • Routing, Ethernet switching, and wireless networking
  • Network availability and disaster recovery
  • Network security
  • Remote access
  • Network troubleshooting

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1. Network Topologies

2. Matching Well-Known Port Numbers

3. TCP/IP Protocols and Their Functions

4. Network Application Protocols

5. OSI Model Layer Functions

6. Contrast Virtualization Technologies and Services

7. Using ARP to Discover a MAC Address

8. IPv4 Address Types and Classes

9. Configuring a Client Network Adapter with an IPv4 Address

10. Configuring a Small Office/Residential Router—Network User Security Settings

11. Matching Wireless Standards and Terminology

12. Using ipconfig, ping, arp, tracert Together to Troubleshoot Connectivity

13. Security Appliance Terminology and Methods

14. Troubleshooting Practice

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CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Cert Guide contains proven study features that allow you to succeed on the exam the first time. Expert instructor Anthony Sequeira shares 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
  • Clearly defined chapter learning objectives covering all N10-008 exam topics
  • Chapter-ending review questions and exam preparation exercises, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly
  • The powerful Pearson Test Prep practice test software, complete with hundreds of well-reviewed, exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reports
  • 40 performance-based exercises to help you prepare for the hands-on exam questions
  • A free copy of the CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Simulator Lite software, complete with meaningful lab exercises that enhance your hands-on skills
  • More than 60 minutes of video mentoring
  • A final preparation chapter that 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 companion website, 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 $33+ value!)


Well regarded for its level of detail, study plans, assessment features, challenging review questions and exercises, video instruction, and hands-on labs, this approved study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success.

Master the topics on the CompTIA Network+ N10-008 exam, including:
  • Network topologies and media types
  • IP addressing
  • Network services
  • Data center architectures and cloud concepts
  • Routing, Ethernet switching, and wireless networking
  • Network availability and disaster recovery
  • Network security
  • Remote access
  • Network troubleshooting


In addition to the wealth of content and exam preparation exercises, this edition includes a series of free hands-on exercises to help you master several real-world configuration and troubleshooting activities. These exercises can be performed on the CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Hands-on Lab Simulator Lite software, included free on the companion website that accompanies this book. This software, which simulates the experience of configuring real operating systems and network devices, contains the following 14 free lab exercises:

1. Network Topologies
2. Matching Well-Known Port Numbers
3. TCP/IP Protocols and Their Functions
4. Network Application Protocols
5. OSI Model Layer Functions
6. Contrast Virtualization Technologies and Services
7. Using ARP to Discover a MAC Address
8. IPv4 Address Types and Classes
9. Configuring a Client Network Adapter with an IPv4 Address
10. Configuring a Small Office/Residential RouterNetwork User Security Settings
11. Matching Wireless Standards and Terminology
12. Using ipconfig, ping, arp, tracert Together to Troubleshoot Connectivity
13. Security Appliance Terminology and Methods
14. Troubleshooting Practice

CompTIA Network+ N10-008 Hands-on Lab Simulator Minimum System Requirements:
Windows: Microsoft Windows 10, Windows 8.1; Intel Pentium III or faster; 512 MB RAM (1GB recommended); 1.5 GB hard disk space; 32-bit color depth at 1024x768 resolution Mac: Apple macOS 12, 11, and 10.15; Intel Core Duo 1.83 Ghz or faster; 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended); 1.5 GB hard disk space; 32-bit color depth at 1024x768 resolution Other applications installed during installation: Adobe AIR 3.8; Captive JRE 6

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Table of Contents

Introduction xxxviii

Part I: Networking Fundamentals

Chapter 1 The OSI Model and Encapsulation 3

Foundation Topics 4

The Purpose of Reference Models 4

The OSI Model 6

The TCP/IP Stack 22

Real-World Case Study 27

Summary 28

Exam Preparation Tasks 28

Review All the Key Topics 28

Define Key Terms 29

Complete Chapter 1 Hands-On Labs in Network+ Simulator Lite 30

Additional Resources 30

Review Questions 30

Chapter 2 Network Topologies and Types 35

Foundation Topics 36

Defining a Network 36

Network Types and Characteristics 37

Networks Defined Based on Resource Location 42

Networks Defined by Topology 45

Virtual Network Concepts 55

Provider Links 60

Real-World Case Study 69

Summary 69

Exam Preparation Tasks 70

Review All the Key Topics 70

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 71

Define Key Terms 71

Additional Resources 71

Review Questions 72

Chapter 3 Network Media Types 79

Foundation Topics 80

Copper and Fiber Media and Connectors 80

Multiplexing in Fiber-Optic Networks 95

Cable Management 96

Real-World Case Study 99

Summary 99

Exam Preparation Tasks 100

Review All the Key Topics 100

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 100

Define Key Terms 100

Additional Resources 101

Review Questions 101

Chapter 4 IP Addressing 105

Foundation Topics 106

Binary Numbering 106

IPv4 Addressing 112

Assigning IPv4 Addresses 118

Subnetting 129

Address Translation 145

IP Version 6 149

Real-World Case Study 154

Summary 154

Exam Preparation Tasks 155

Review All the Key Topics 155

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 156

Define Key Terms 156

Complete Chapter 4 Hands-On Labs in Network+ Simulator Lite 156

Additional Resources 157

Review Questions 157

Chapter 5 Common Ports and Protocols 165

Foundation Topics 166

Ports and Protocols 166

IP Protocol Types 172

Summary 175

Exam Preparation Tasks 175

Review All the Key Topics 175

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 176

Define Key Terms 176

Additional Resources 177

Review Questions 177

Chapter 6 Network Services 181

Foundation Topics 182

DHCP 182

DNS 185

NTP 190

Real-World Case Study 191

Summary 191

Exam Preparation Tasks 191

Review All the Key Topics 191

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 192

Define Key Terms 192

Additional Resources 193

Review Questions 193

Chapter 7 Corporate and Datacenter Architectures 197

Foundation Topics 198

The Three-Tiered Network Architecture 198

Software-Defined Networking 200

Storage Area Networks 204

Deciding on an Architecture 205

Real-World Case Study 206

Summary 206

Exam Preparation Tasks 206

Review All the Key Topics 206

Define Key Terms 207

Additional Resources 207

Review Questions 207

Chapter 8 Cloud Concepts 211

Foundation Topics 212

Deployment Models 212

Service Models 213

Key Cloud Concepts 214

Real-World Case Study 217

Summary 217

Exam Preparation Tasks 217

Review All the Key Topics 217

Define Key Terms 218

Additional Resources 218

Review Questions 218

Part II: Network Implementations

Chapter 9 Various Network Devices 221

Foundation Topics 222

Networking Devices 222

Networked Devices 244

Real-World Case Study 248

Summary 249

Exam Preparation Tasks 249

Review All the Key Topics 249

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 250

Define Key Terms 250

Additional Resources 251

Review Questions 251

Chapter 10 Routing Technologies and Bandwidth Management 255

Foundation Topics 256

Routing 256

Sources of Routing Information 259

Routing Protocol Characteristics 263

Routing Protocol Examples 268

Bandwidth Management 270

Real-World Case Study 276

Summary 277

Exam Preparation Tasks 278

Review All the Key Topics 278

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 278

Define Key Terms 278

Additional Resources 279

Review Questions 279

Chapter 11 Ethernet Switching 283

Foundation Topics 284

Principles of Ethernet 284

Ethernet Switch Features 292

Summary 315

Exam Preparation Tasks 315

Review All the Key Topics 315

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 316

Define Key Terms 316

Additional Resources 317

Review Questions 317

Chapter 12 Wireless Standards 321

Foundation Topics 322

Introducing Wireless LANs 322

Deploying Wireless LANs 334

Securing Wireless LANs 339

Real-World Case Study 345

Summary 346

Exam Preparation Tasks 346

Review All the Key Topics 346

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 347

Define Key Terms 347

Additional Resources 348

Review Questions 348

Part III: Network Operations

Chapter 13 Ensure Network Availability 353

Foundation Topics 354

Monitoring Tools 354

Additional Monitoring Topics 360

Real-World Case Study 368

Summary 368

Exam Preparation Tasks 369

Review All the Key Topics 369

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 369

Define Key Terms 370

Additional Resources 370

Review Questions 370

Chapter 14 Organizational Documents and Policies 375

Foundation Topics 376

Plans and Policies 376

Hardening and Security Policies 378

Common Documentation 385

Real-World Case Study 387

Summary 388

Exam Preparation Tasks 388

Review All the Key Topics 388

Define Key Terms 389

Additional Resources 389

Review Questions 390

Chapter 15 High Availability and Disaster Recovery 393

Foundation Topics 394

High Availability 394

Real-World Case Study: SOHO Network Design 403

Real-World Case Study 410

Summary 411

Exam Preparation Tasks 411

Review All the Key Topics 411

Define Key Terms 412

Additional Resources 412

Review Questions 413

Part IV: Network Security

Chapter 16 Common Security Concepts 417

Foundation Topics 418

Core Security Concepts 418

Authentication Methods 428

Risk Management and SIEM 431

Real-World Case Study 434

Summary 434

Exam Preparation Tasks 434

Review All the Key Topics 434

Define Key Terms 435

Additional Resources 435

Review Questions 436

Chapter 17 Common Types of Attacks 439

Foundation Topics 440

Technology-Based Attacks 440

Human and Environmental Attacks 445

Other Miscellaneous Attacks 445

Real-World Case Study 449

Summary 449

Exam Preparation Tasks 449

Review All the Key Topics 449

Define Key Terms 450

Complete Chapter 17 Hands-On Lab in Network+ Simulator Lite 450

Additional Resources 450

Review Questions 450

Chapter 18 Network Hardening Techniques 453

Foundation Topics 454

Best Practices 454

Wireless Security and IoT Considerations 458

Real-World Case Study 459

Summary 460

Exam Preparation Tasks 460

Review All the Key Topics 460

Define Key Terms 460

Additional Resources 461

Review Questions 461

Chapter 19 Remote Access Methods 465

Foundation Topics 466

Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) 466

Other Remote Access Technologies 474

Authentication and Authorization Considerations 478

In-Band vs. Out-of-Band Management 479

Real-World Case Study 480

Summary 480

Exam Preparation Tasks 480

Review All the Key Topics 480

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 481

Define Key Terms 481

Complete Chapter 19 Hands-On Lab in Network+ Simulator Lite 481

Additional Resources 481

Review Questions 482

Chapter 20 Physical Security 485

Foundation Topics 486

Detection Methods 486

Prevention Methods 486

Asset Disposal 489

Real-World Case Study 490

Summary 490

Exam Preparation Tasks 490

Review All the Key Topics 490

Define Key Terms 491

Additional Resources 491

Review Questions 491

Part V: Network Troubleshooting

Chapter 21 A Network Troubleshooting Methodology 495

Foundation Topics 496

Troubleshooting Basics 496

Real-World Case Study 501

Summary 501

Exam Preparation Tasks 501

Review All the Key Topics 501

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 502

Define Key Terms 502

Additional Resource 502

Review Questions 502

Chapter 22 Troubleshoot Common Cabling Problems 505

Foundation Topics 506

Specifications and Limitations 506

Cable Considerations and Applications 506

Common Issues 507

Common Tools 509

Real-World Case Study 514

Summary 514

Exam Preparation Tasks 514

Review All the Key Topics 514

Define Key Terms 515

Additional Resources 515

Review Questions 515

Chapter 23 Network Software Tools and Commands 519

Foundation Topics 520

Command Line Tools 522

Basic Network Platform Commands 543

Real-World Case Study 543

Summary 543

Exam Preparation Tasks 544

Review All the Key Topics 544

Complete Tables and Lists from Memory 544

Define Key Terms 545

Additional Resource 545

Review Questions 545

Chapter 24 Troubleshoot Common Wireless Issues 549

Foundation Topics 550

Specifications and Limitations 550

Considerations 551

Common Issues 553

Wireless Network Troubleshooting 554

Wireless Network Troubleshooting Solution 555

Real-World Case Study 556

Summary 556

Exam Preparation Tasks 556

Review All the Key Topics 556

Define Key Terms 557

Review Questions 557

Chapter 25 Troubleshoot General Network Issues 561

Foundation Topics 562

Considerations for General Network Troubleshooting 562

Common Issues 563

Real-World Case Study 566

Summary 567

Exam Preparation Tasks 567

Review All the Key Topics 567

Define Key Terms 567

Additional Resources 568

Review Questions 568

Part VI: Final Preparation

Chapter 26 Final Preparation 571

Tools for Final Preparation 571

End-of-Chapter Review Tools 573

Suggested Plan for Final Review and Study 574

Strategies for Taking the Exam 576

Summary 577

Glossary of Key Terms 579

APPENDIX A Answers to Review Questions 623

APPENDIX B CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) Cert Guide Exam Updates 639

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