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CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Crash Course Specialization
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CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Crash Course Specialization

Master Networking Fundamentals and Security. Design and secure networks, configure routing, and troubleshoot using real-world tools.

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Intermediate level

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1 month
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Design and implement enterprise, wireless, and cloud-based networks using modern topologies.

  • Master IPv4/IPv6 addressing, subnetting, and routing with real-world configuration examples.

  • Apply network security strategies, including encryption, IAM, and threat mitigation techniques.

  • Troubleshoot performance issues and network failures using tools like Wireshark and iPerf.

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What you'll learn

  • Master the OSI model and its relevance to network protocols and communication.

  • Understand key network devices like routers, switches, and security appliances in a network setup.

  • Gain insights into cloud technologies and how they impact modern network infrastructure.

  • Learn to design and troubleshoot network topologies for scalability and security.

Skills you'll gain

Category: VPN configuration and security
Category: Protocol analysis (OSI Model)
Category: VLAN configuration
Category: IP addressing and routing
Category: TCP and UDP operations

What you'll learn

  • Master IPv4 and IPv6 addressing, from basic formats to advanced configurations.

  • Gain proficiency in subnetting, including calculating subnets and hosts.

  • Understand and implement dynamic routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, and BGP.

  • Explore advanced network technologies like SDN, SD-WAN, and network automation.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Ethernet switch configuration and VLANs
Category: Subnetting and subnet design
Category: Network routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
Category: Software-defined networking (SDN)
Category: IPv6 addressing and hexadecimal numbering

What you'll learn

  • Gain proficiency in troubleshooting network issues with a structured methodology.

  • Master network security fundamentals, including encryption and access management.

  • Identify and mitigate common network attacks like DoS, ARP poisoning, and DNS spoofing.

  • Learn effective strategies for exam preparation and practical applications in network security.

Skills you'll gain

Category: DNS and network time synchronization
Category: Network attack mitigation
Category: Network traffic rule enforcement
Category: Encryption and data protection methods
Category: Identity And Access Management

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