FREE Ebook - Network+ Certification Prep

It is very difficult for a recruiter or employer to evaluate whether an individual is competent computer technology professional because the technology is very complicated. For this reason the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) has defined specific skills and knowledge that a computer technology professional must have. This is a great advantage to employers because, if an individual meets the CompTIA standards, they can be confident that the individual is a competent computer technology professional.

CompTIA does not do any testing itself, it only specifies the skills and knowledge that a computer technology professional must have to competently perform the job. The testing is administered by independent testing organizations such as Sylvan Prometric. When an individual passes the required examination, CompTIA awards them certification. CompTIA does not provide any training materials to prepare for the examinations. Training and and exam preparation is provided by independent training organizations.

There are several different areas of certification. A+ Computer Technician was the first certification developed by CompTIA. Network+ defines specific skills and knowledge that a computer networking technician must have. It verifies that you have the knowledge to competently perform the computer networking technician job.

This ebook provides some training to prepare you for the Network+ certification exam. Holding CompTIA certification is a great advantage to a computer technology professional because it provides proof to employers that they competence required to perform the job. Certification can help you acquire employment in the computer technology profession. In fact many employers require CompTIA certification.

Basic Knowledge

 Computer Networking Basics
 Ethernet
 Token Ring
 OSI Model
 Protocol Suites
 Network Operating Systems

TCP/IP Protocol Suite

 TCP/IP Protocol Suite
 Basic TCP/IP Networking
 Physical Layer
 OSI Data Link Layer
 OSI Network Layer
 OSI Transport Layer
 TCP/IP Utilities
 Remote Connectivity
 Security

Knowledge of Networking Practices

 Network Installation
 Change Control System
 Network Maintainance
 Troubleshooting the Network

If you are already working in the computer technology field, certification can help you advance and earn a higher salary. Being CompTIA certified can give you the self confidence and recognition you need to compete in today’s demanding job market.