The CompTIA Network+ certification helps provide top employers, including Dell, Intel, Apple and Cisco, with team members who are skilled in installing, configuring, securing and troubleshooting critical IT infrastructure. Greater than 90% of employers are looking for CompTIA certifications and the Network+ certification is no exception.
Businesses today demand flexibility and optimal productivity when designing and implementing networks. The Network+ certification validates your understanding of network architecture, including software-defined networking, and network integrations, and proves your ability to use the latest standards and innovations when executing network deployments.
The Network+ certification places a significant focus on the skills required to ensure optimal network performance and high availability as well securing networks against malicious attacks and protecting a business’ data.
Together with CompTIA A+ and Security+, the Network+ certification is an essential gateway certification laying the groundwork needed to pursue more advanced certifications that higher level IT careers demand.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Next step in your IT career growth after completing CompTIA A+ certification.
- A trusted certification that enterprise level employers are looking for.
- Validate your skills to design and implement networks utilizing the latest deployment tools and technologies.
- Show your ability to ensure optimal network performance and high availability.
- Prove your skills to secure networks and protect business data.
- Essential gateway certification required for IT career growth.
TARGET AUDIENCE
The CompTIA Network+ (N10-008) is pertinent to:
- Junior IT Professionals in a technical support role who wish to advance their career in IT.
- Network administrators, network technicians, network installers, help desk technicians or IT cable installers.
- Individuals aspiring to become network and system engineers as a gateway towards further specialized certifications.
PREREQUISITES
Before starting your journey to become CompTIA Network+ certified, we recommend that you meet the following prerequisites:
Prior to starting Network+ exam preparation
- CompTIA A+ certification.
- 1 Year experience in a technical IT role.
Prior to taking the CompTIA Network+ exam:
- Completion of our CompTIA Network+ training program.
- At least 9 to 12 months of networking hands-on experience in the lab or field.
- Thorough understanding of all topics detailed in the exam objectives.
EXAM DETAILS
Exam version: | N10-008 |
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Release date: | September 15, 2021 |
Retirement date: | September 14, 2024 |
Number of exam questions: | Maximum of 90 |
Type of questions: | Multiple choice and performance-based |
Length of test: | 90 Minutes |
Passing score: | 720 (on a scale of 900) |