CompTIA Network+ N10-005 Authorized Cert Guide and Simulator Library

by Wallace, Kevin; Taylor, Michael D.; Sequeira, Anthony

• ISBN13: 9780789750044
• ISBN10: 078975004X
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Package
• Copyright: 2012-10-01
• Publisher: Pearson IT Certification

Summary

Now fully updated for the new CompTIA Network+ exam, this is today's most comprehensive Network+ self-study tool. It brings together all the knowledge candidates need to succeed on this challenging exam - carefully organized and edited to improve retention and support focused, efficient study. This package contains: * A comprehensive, fully revised book for complete lessons and reference * A CD with a state of the art practice test featuring customizable practice questions * A state of the art Network Simulator with 153 hands-on, step-by-step labs and 49 exercises for network configuration and troubleshooting * More than seven hours of expert-led video training, walking through every skill and concept necessary for passing the Network+ exam

Table of Contents

Book TOC:

1. Introducing Computer Networks
2. Dissecting the OSI Model
3. Identifying Network Components
4. Connecting Network Components
5. Understanding Ethernet
6. Communicating over the Network with TCP/IP
7. Introducing Wide Area Networks
8. Connecting Wirelessly
9. Optimizing Network Performance
10. Troubleshooting Network Issues
11. Using Command-Line Utilities
12. Managing a Network
13. Securing a Network

Network+ Simulator TOC:

Hands-on Lab Activities:

1.0: Networking Concepts

1. TCP/IP Model Layer Matching

2. TCP/IP Protocols and  Functions

3. OSI Model Layer Functions

4. Transport Layer Header Fields

5. Network Layer Header Fields

6. Data Link Layer Fields

7. Distinguishing between Applications and Protocols

8. OSI Model Layer and Network Devices 

9. Understanding Data Encapsulation 

10. Application Layer Network Server Descriptions 

11. Reference Model Terminology

12.  Network Numbering Systems - Conversions

13.  Network Numbering Systems - Adding

14. Binary Adding 

15. Network Numbering Review Practice

16. Identify Parts of an IPv4 and IPv6 Address 

17. Network Addressing Terminology

18. IPv4 Address Types and Classes

19. Calculating the Number of Hosts in a Given Network 

20. Discovering the Network Number for a Given Host 

21. IPv6 Addressing Terminology  

22. IPv6 Header Field Descriptions 

23. IPv6 Header Field Positioning 

24. IPv6 Address Format Prefix Types and Descriptions

25. Truncating IPv6 Addresses

26. IPv6 Network Numbering 

27. Summary Review of Header Fields

28.Determining if Two Computers Are on the Same Logical Network in IPv4

29. IPv4 Allocating Bits for Network Addresses

30. IPv4 - Create a Custom Subnet Mask (Part 1 )

31. IPv4 - Creating a Custom Subnet Mask (Part 2)

32. IPv4 - Using Variable Length Subnet Masks 

33. IPv4 Scenario-based Test Applet

34.Intermediate IPv4 Addressing Practice 1

35.Intermediate IPv4 Addressing Practice 2

36. IPv4 Advanced - Route Aggregation Planning

37. Routing Protocols 

38. Routed Protocols 

39. Matching Well-Known Port Numbers

40. Network Application Protocols 

41. Configuring an FTP Server

42. Configuring an FTP Client

43. Configuring an Email Client

44. Domain Name Services Terminology 

45. Configuring Static Hostname Resolution on a Workstation

46. Using NSLookup for DNS Troubleshooting

47. DNS Troubleshooting Simulation

48. Reordering Troubleshooting Steps

49. Troubleshooting Practice

50. Virtualization Terminology 

51. Workstation Virtualization

52. Server Virtualization Planning

53. Contrast Virtualization Technologies and Services 

2.0 Network Installation and Configuration

54. Connect to a Switch Console Port and Set the Hostname

55. Connect to a Switch and Reconfigure the Hostname and Password

56. Configure an IP Address on a Switch with a Default Gateway

57. Switch Management via Telnet

58. Understanding Switching Loops

59. Choosing and Configuring a Root Switch

60. Configuring Switched VLANs and Trunk Ports

61. Configuring Port Security

62. Spanning Tree Port Identification

63. Connecting to the Router’s Console Port

64. Configuring Hostname and Passwords

65. Configuring an Ethernet Interface on a Router

66. Using the Show Run Command to Read the Current Configuration

67. 'show' Commands Useful for Troubleshooting Common Router Problems

68. Connecting Two Routers to Each Other

69. Verifying a Router-to-Router Connection with Cisco Discovery Protocol

70. Saving the Router or Switch Configuration

71.: Static and Default Routing

72. Configuring InterVLAN Routing

73. Configuring Dynamic Routing

74. Reading a Routing Table

75. Configure Small Office/Home Office Router for Basic Operation

76. Matching Antenna Types

77. Wireless Antenna Placement

78. Using a Static Address on a Small Office/Home Office Router

79. DHCP Technology

80. Details of DHCP Client Address Configuration Process

81. Configuring Small Office/Home Office Router- Network User Security Settings

82. Manually Configuring Wireless Signals on a Small Office/Home Office Router

83. Configuring a Wireless USB Network Adapter to Connect to a Wireless Router

84. Using NetSh to scan for wireless networks

85. Configuring a Network Adapter with an IPv6 Address

86. Configuring Access Restrictions on a Small Business/Home Office Router

87. Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Services on a Small Office/Home Office Router

88. Address Translation Terminology

89. Configuring a Connection to a Network Printer

90. Mapping a Network Drive to the Desktop

91. Configuring a Client Network Adapter with an IPv4 Address

3.0 Network Media and Topologies

92. Media Types and Properties

93. Matching Transceiver Port Functions for Category 5 Cabling

94. Matching Cable to Wire Length 

95. Create a Straight Cable and Test It

96. Create a Crossover Cable

97. Configuring a Network Adapter with an IP Address

98.  Making a Direct Connection Between Two PCs

99. Verify a Data Link Connection from a Computer to a Network

100.  Demonstrate Appropriate Wired Network Connections Between Device Pairs

101.  Drag and Drop Appropriate Cables into a Topology 

102.  Fiber Optic Cabling, Connectors, and Uses

103. Connecting Campus Area Distribution Facilities to Each Other

104. Matching Wireless Standards and Terminology

105. Matching DSL types with descriptions 

106. Matching Broadband Terminology with Descriptions

107. Wide Area Networking Technology

108. Network Topologies

109. Network Types

110. Identify Common Cat5 Wiring Problems

111. IEEE Local Area Network Wire Standards 

112. IEEE LAN Standards and Technologies

113. Components of Wiring Distribution Systems

114. Network Infrastructure Component Placement

4.0 Network Management

115. Functions of Network Appliances/Management Software

116. Hardware Tools and Functions

117. Use of the ipconfig Command with Available Options

118. Using ipconfig to Discover Network Settings

119. Using ping to Troubleshoot Connectivity 

120. Using extended ping (Command Switches) to Troubleshoot Connectivity

121. Using ARP to Discover a MAC Address

122. Using tracert to Troubleshoot Connectivity 

123. Using netstat to Troubleshoot Connectivity

124. Using ipconfig, ping, arp, and tracert Together to Troubleshoot Connectivity

125. Using the route print Command

126. Using Basic Linux Troubleshooting Commands

127. Identifying Troubleshooting Commands to Use for Various Tasks

128. Matching Command Output to Commands

129. Understanding SNMP Functions and Terminology

130. Identifying Network Monitoring Databases and Logs Based on Need

131. Network Documentation

132. Identifying Network Performance Terminology

5.0 Network Security

133. Security Terminology and Descriptions 

134. Wireless Security Terminology

135. Remote Access Terminology

136. VPN Terminology

137. Tunneling Terminology

138. Matching Authentication Terminology with Descriptions

139. Password and Authentication Methodology

140. Creating Network Users on a Domain Controller

141. Secure Protocols vs. Unsecure Protocols

142. Creating a Local Login Database to Secure Access to a Router

143. Network Vulnerabilities the Hacker and Network Admin Perspectives 

144. Types of Network Threats and Attacks

145. Network Protection Mechanisms

146. Firewall Terminology and Functions

147. Folder Sharing and Security

148. Resource Security through a Domain Controller

149. Data Storage and Disaster Recovery Concepts

150. Using Encrypting File System (EFS) to Encrypt Data Files

151. Configuring a VPN Client

152. Small Office/Home Office Router: Wireless MAC Access Security

153. Security Appliance Terminology and Methods

Video Lessons:

 

Lesson 1: The OSI and TCP/IP Models

Lesson 2: IPv4 and IPv6 Addressing

Lesson 3: IPv4 Subnetting

Lesson 4: Router and Switch Setup

Lesson 5: routing and Routing Protocols

Lesson 6: Common Networking Problems

Lesson 7: Network Troubleshooting

Lesson 8: Virtual Networking

Lesson 9: Wireless Networking

Lesson 10: Networking Media

Lesson 11: Networking Topologies

Lesson 12: Network Management Tools and Techniques

Lesson 13: SNMP

Lesson 14: Quality of Service (QoS)

Lesson 15: Common Network Attacks and Mitigation

Lesson 16: Securing Wireless

Lesson 17: Firewalls and Intrusion Prevention Systems

Lesson 18: VPNs