CompTIA Network+ Deluxe Study Guide, Fifth Edition, is your one-stop resource for the ultimate in exam preparation. Featuring 100 percent coverage of Exam N10-008 objectives, this book walks you through the essentials of network technologies, installation, configuration, media, topologies, security, and more. Networking guru Todd Lammle draws from over 30 years of networking experience to explain key topics, backed by practical examples and real-world insights relevant to what you'll face on the job.
Written in accessible terms, this Sybex Deluxe Study Guide covers 100% of exam objectives and gets you ready for:
- Establishing network connectivity by deploying wired and wireless devices - Understanding and maintaining network documentation - Understanding the purpose of network services - Understanding basic datacenter, cloud, and virtual networking concepts - Monitoring network activity, and identifying performance and availability issues - Implementing network hardening techniques - Managing, configuring, and troubleshooting network infrastructure
Interactive learning environment
Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex's superior interactive online study tools. Get more than 90% of the answers correct, and you're ready to take the certification exam. - Over 300 electronic flashcards to reinforce learning and last-minute prep before the exam - Comprehensive glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared
ABOUT THE PRACTICE LABS NETWORK+ LABS
So you can practice with hands-on learning in a real environment, Sybex has bundled Practice Labs virtual labs that run from your browser. The registration code is included with the book and gives you 6 months unlimited access to Practice Labs CompTIA Network+ Exam N10-008 Labs with 33 unique lab modules to practice your skills.
Table of Contents
Introduction xxxi
Assessment Test xli
Chapter 1 Introduction to Networks 1
Chapter 2 The Open Systems Interconnection Specifications 31
Chapter 3 Networking Connectors and Wiring Standards 57
Chapter 4 The Current Ethernet Specifications 93
Chapter 5 Networking Devices 129
Chapter 6 Introduction to the Internet Protocol 185
Chapter 7 IP Addressing 231
Chapter 8 IP Subnetting, Troubleshooting IP, and Introduction to NAT 261
Chapter 9 Introduction to IP Routing 305
Chapter 10 Routing Protocols 325
Chapter 11 Switching and Virtual LANs 365
Chapter 12 Wireless Networking 413
Chapter 13 Using Statistics and Sensors to Ensure Network Availability 469
Chapter 14 Organizational Documents and Policies 505
Chapter 15 High Availability and Disaster Recovery 533
Chapter 16 Common Security Concepts 559
Chapter 17 Common Types of Attacks 581
Chapter 18 Network Hardening Techniques 605
Chapter 19 Remote Access Security 625
Chapter 20 Physical Security 637
Chapter 21 Data Center Architecture and Cloud Concepts 651
Chapter 22 Ensuring Network Availability 725
Chapter 23 Cable Connectivity Issues and Tools 745
Chapter 24 Network Troubleshooting Methodology 771
Chapter 25 Network Software Tools and Commands 825
Appendix A Answers to Written Labs 887
Appendix B Answers to Review Questions 905
Appendix C Subnetting Class A 939
Index 947
