Chapter
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Exam Objectives Fast Track
Logical Network Topologies
Physical Network Topologies
Exam Objectives Frequently Asked Questions
Self Test Quick Answer Key
Cabling and Connectors Overview
Fundamentals of Connectors
Cable Testers and Troubleshooting
Tone Generator (Fox and Hound)
Time Domain Reflectometer
Network Monitors and Protocol Analyzers
Hardware Loopback Adapter
Simplex, Half-Duplex, and Full-Duplex
LAN Technologies and Standards
10Base2, 10Base5, and Arcnet
Twisted-Pair and Coaxial Cable Connectors
Mechanical Transfer Registered Jacks
Recognizing Category 3, 5, 5e, and 6 UTP, STP, Coaxial Cable, SMF Optics Cable, MMF Optic cable, and Optic Cable
Category 3, 5, 5e, and 6 UTP
Transceivers (Media Converters)
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Cabling and Connectors Overview
Cable Testers and Troubleshooting
Simplex, Half-Duplex, Full-Duplex
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Historical Network Devices
Multistation Access Units
The Modem and Other Adapters
Understanding Static and Dynamic Routing
Dual-Homed Host Firewalls
Screened Subnet Firewalls
Application Level Firewall
Proxy Server (Caching Appliances)
Other Devices and Technologies
Default Gateways and Subnetworks
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Network Performance Improvement with Switching
Advanced Features of a Switch
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Advanced Features of a Switch
Frequently Asked Questions
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Radio Frequency and Antenna Behaviors and Characteristics
Radio Frequency Behaviors
Reflection and Refraction
Absorption and Scattering
Wireless Network Concepts
Overview of Wireless Communication in a Wireless Network
Radio Frequency Communications
Spread Spectrum Technology
Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum
Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum
Wireless Network Architecture
Wireless Network Protocols and Operation
Wireless Transport Layer Security
Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure Network Configuration
Creating Privacy with WEP
User Identification and Strong Authentication
Per-Packet Authentication
Common Exploits of Wireless Networks
Passive Attacks on Wireless Networks
Detecting Wireless Networks
Protecting Against Wireless Network Detection
Protecting Against Sniffing and Eavesdropping
Active Attacks on Wireless Networks
Spoofing (Interception) and Unauthorized Access
Protecting Against Spoofing and Unauthorized Attacks
Denial of Service and Flooding Attacks
Protecting Against DoS and Flooding Attacks
MITM Attacks on Wireless Networks
Network Hijacking and Modification
Protection against Network Hijacking and Modification
Configuring Windows Client Computers for Wireless Network Security
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Wireless Network Concepts
Common Exploits of Wireless Networks
Configuring Windows Client Computers for Wireless Network Security
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6 The OSI Model and Networking Protocols
Understanding the Purpose and Function of Networking Models
Digital Versus Analog Signaling
Understanding the Function of Boundary Layers
Understanding Component Layers
Network Transport Protocols
Applications and User Mode Services
Layer 1: Network Interface
Network Interface Hardware/Software
Server Message Block/Common Internet File System
Internet Printing Protocol
Routing Information Protocol
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Understanding IP Addressing
Converting from Decimal to Binary
Understanding Subnet Masking
Determine the Number of Host Bits to Be Used
Determine the New Subnetted Network IDs
Determine the IP Addresses for Each New Subnet
Strategies to Conserve Addresses
Classless InterDomain Routing
Variable-Length Subnet Masks
Public versus Private Address Spaces
Private Network Addresses
Static and Dynamic Assignments
Multicast, Broadcast, and Unicast
Understanding the Basics of Multicasting
Multicast IP Address Designations
Understanding Basic IP Routing
How Packets Travel from Network to Network
Route Determination Process
Physical Address Resolution (Using ARP)
Static and Dynamic IP Routers
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Understanding IP Addressing
Strategies to Conserve Addresses
RFC 1918 – Private Network Addresses
Multicast, Broadcast, and Unicast
Understanding Basic IP Routing
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WAN Protocols and Properties
Synchronous Optical Network
Wireless Wide Area Network
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WAN Protocols and Properties
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9 Security Standards and Services
Hardware and Software Security Devices
Intrusion Detection and Preventions Systems
Difference between Network Intrusion Detection System and Network Intrusion Protection System
Network Design with NIDS and NIPS
Application Layer Firewalls
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol
Layer 2 Tunneling Protocol
Network Ports, Services, and Threats
Network Ports and Protocols
Man-in-the-Middle Attacks
Remote Access Policies and Authentication
Objects, Attributes, and the Schema
User Identification and Strong Authentication
Per-Packet Authentication
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Hardware and Software Security Devices
Network Ports, Services, and Threats
Exam Objectives Frequently Asked Questions
Self Test Quick Answer Key
Documenting Configurations
Change Control Documentation
Physical Network Diagrams
Policies, Procedures and Configurations
Notification Documentation
Different Methods and Rationales for Network Performance Optimization
Network Performance Optimization
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11 Network Troubleshooting Tools
A Troubleshooting Methodology
Gathering Information About a Problem
Analyzing and Responding to a Problem
Utilizing the ping Command
Utilizing the tracert Command
Utilizing the pathping Command
Utilizing the arp Command
Utilizing the netstat Command
Utilizing the nbtstat Command
Utilizing the ipconfig Command
Utilizing the nslookup Command
Utilizing the route Command
Simple Network Management Protocol
Utilizing the ifconfig Command
Utilizing the dig Command
Utilizing the traceroute Command
Other Network Troubleshooting Tools
Importance of Network Documentation
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A Troubleshooting Methodology
Other Network Troubleshooting Tools
Importance of Network Documentation
Exam Objectives Frequently Asked Questions
Self Test Quick Answer Key
12 Network Troubleshooting Methodology
How to Use the OSI Model in Troubleshooting
The Purpose of Networking Models
Establishing a Troubleshooting Strategy
Troubleshooting the Physical Layer
Problems with Cables and Other Network Media
Troubleshooting Physical Layer Devices
Locate the Source of the Problem
Troubleshooting the Data Link Layer
Understanding Data Link Access Control Methods
Understanding MAC Addressing
Recognizing Data Link Layer Devices
Identifying the Cause of an Infrastructure Problem
Troubleshooting the Network Layer
Troubleshooting the Transport Layer
Troubleshooting the Session Layer
Troubleshooting the Presentation Layer
Identifying the Cause of Client and Server Environment Problems
Troubleshooting the Application Layer
Application Layer Protocols
Determining the Impact of Modifying, Adding or Removing Network Services for Network Resources and Users
Identifying a Client’s Remote Network Access Problem
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How to Use the OSI Model in Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting the Physical Layer
Troubleshooting the Data Link Layer
Troubleshooting the Network Layer
Troubleshooting the Transport Layer
Troubleshooting the Session Layer
Troubleshooting the Presentation Layer
Troubleshooting the Application Layer
Exam Objectives Frequently Asked Questions
Self Test Quick Answer Key
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE)
History and Fundamentals of IEEE
Understanding Request for Comments
Chapter 1: Network Fundamentals
Chapter 3: Network Devices
Chapter 5: Wireless Networking
Chapter 6: The OSI Model and Networking Protocols
Chapter 7: TCP/IP and Routing
Chapter 8: Wide Area Networking
Chapter 9: Security Standards and Services
Chapter 10: Network Management
Chapter 11: Network Troubleshooting Tools
Chapter 12: Network Troubleshooting Methodology
CompTIA Network+ Certification Study Guide: Exam N10-004
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