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CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-009): The Total Guide Specialization

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CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-009): The Total Guide Specialization

Master Networking & Security Fundamentals. Learn network troubleshooting, security, cabling, IP addressing, routing, and more for IT success.

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Understand networking models, including OSI and TCP/IP, and how they apply to network design.

  • Learn to implement and troubleshoot network cabling and topologies, including fiber optics and twisted pair cables.

  • Gain expertise in IP addressing, subnetting, and routing protocols for efficient data transfer.

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January 2026

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

  • Gain a solid understanding of network models, including the OSI model and TCP/IP.

  • Learn how to configure and troubleshoot Ethernet networks with cables and switches.

  • Master IP addressing, subnetting, and the implementation of IP protocols.

  • Explore practical network setup and management tasks, including cabling and troubleshooting.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Routing Protocols
Category: Network Architecture

What you'll learn

  • Learn to configure and manage routers, including static and dynamic routing protocols.

  • Understand the principles of network security, including encryption and access control.

  • Master VLANs, inter-VLAN routing, and advanced switch configurations.

  • Gain hands-on experience with tools like Wireshark and netstat to troubleshoot network issues.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Network Monitoring
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Network Security
Category: Network Routing
Category: Border Gateway Protocol
Category: Network Performance Management
Category: Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: Network Analysis
Category: Authentications
Category: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Category: Virtual Networking
Category: Network Infrastructure
Category: Encryption
Category: Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Category: Routing Protocols
Category: Firewall
Category: TCP/IP
Category: Network Switches

What you'll learn

  • Learn to implement and troubleshoot advanced WAN technologies and network protocols.

  • Master the management and security of wireless networks, including mitigation of common threats.

  • Explore virtualization and cloud computing technologies, with hands-on setup of virtual environments.

  • Gain expertise in network security, operations, and lifecycle management to optimize and protect enterprise networks.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Virtualization
Category: Software-Defined Networking
Category: Key Management
Category: Data Centers
Category: Intrusion Detection and Prevention
Category: Network Architecture
Category: Network Administration
Category: Network Security
Category: Network Monitoring
Category: Internet Of Things
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks
Category: Virtual Machines
Category: Cloud Computing
Category: Computer Networking
Category: Wireless Networks
Category: Disaster Recovery
Category: Wide Area Networks
Category: Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

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