This approved study guide helps you master topics on the CompTIA Network+ N10-006 exam, including the following:

•  Computer network fundamentals
• The OSI model and TCP/IP stack
• Media types, infrastructure components, and network devices
• Ethernet technology
• IPv4 and IPv6 addresses
• Routing IP traffic with dynamic routing protocols
• DNAT, SNAT, and PAT
• Multicast routing
• Wide Area Networks (WANs)
• Wireless LANs
• Network optimization and QoS
• Windows and UNIX command-line tools for network administration and troubleshooting
• Network security
• Troubleshooting common Layer 2, Layer 3, and wireless networking issues

CompTIA Network+ N10-006 Cert Guide contains proven study features that enable you to succeed on the exam the first time. Best-selling authors and expert instructors Keith Barker and Kevin Wallace share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills, essential for successful completion of the performance-based testing items on the exam. This complete, CompTIA-approved study package includes the following:

• A test-preparation routine proven to help you pass the exams approved by CompTIA
• Clearly defined chapter learning objectives covering all N10-006 exam topics
• Chapter-ending review questions and exam preparation exercises, which help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly
• The powerful Pearson IT Certification Practice Test software, complete with hundreds of well reviewed, exam-realistic questions, customization options, and detailed performance reports
• 40 performance-based practice question exercises to help you prepare for the hands-on exam questions
• An 80% discount off the Premium Edition eBook and Practice Test (a $40 value!)
• A free copy of the CompTIA Network+ Simulator Lite software, complete with meaningful lab exercises that help you hone your hands-on skills
• More than 60 minutes of video mentoring from the author
• A final preparation chapter that guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your review and test-taking strategies
• An Exam Essentials appendix that quickly recaps all major chapter topics for easy reference, both in print and interactive digital format
• A key terms Glossary in both print and on the DVD, which acts as an interactive flash-card application
• Study plan suggestions and templates to help you organize and optimize your study time
• A 10% exam discount voucher (a $27 value!)

Well regarded for its level of detail, study plans, assessment features, challenging review questions and exercises, video instruction, and hands-on labs, this approved study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that ensure your exam success.

Keith Barker, CCIE No. 6783, has been working in the information technology (IT) industry since 1985. He currently enjoys creating effective and entertaining video training for CBT Nuggets. He has certifications from VMware, Cisco, Juniper, HP, Check Point, Palo Alto, (ISC)², and many others.

Kevin Wallace, CCIEx2 (Collaboration and R/S) NO. 7945, has been a network design specialist for the Walt Disney World Resort, an instructor of networking courses for Skillsoft, and a network manager for Eastern Kentucky University. Kevin currently produces video courses and writes books for Cisco Press/Pearson IT Certification (http://kwtrain.com/books).

Companion DVD

The DVD contains more than 200 practice questions, 40 performance-based question exercises, glossary flash cards, an exam essentials review tool, memory table exercises and answer keys, a study planner tool, more than 60 minutes of video, and the Network+ Simulator Lite.

Includes Exclusive Offer for 80% Off Premium Edition eBook and Practice Tests

Keith Barker, CCIE No. 6783, has been working in the information technology (IT) industry since 1985. He currently enjoys creating effective and entertaining video training for CBT Nuggets. He has certified with VMware, Cisco, Juniper, HP, Check Point, Palo Alto, (ISC)2, and many others. Keith loves to teach. You can follow Keith online through the following:

Twitter: @KeithBarkerCCIE

Facebook: Keith Barker Networking

YouTube: http://youtube.com/Keith6783

Web page: http://cbtnuggets.com

Kevin Wallace, CCIE No. 7945 (R/S and Collaboration), is a Certified Cisco Systems Instructor (CCSI No. 20061) with multiple Cisco professional and associatelevel certifications in the R/S, Collaboration, Security, Design, and Data Center tracks. With networking experience dating back to 1989, Kevin has been a network design specialist for the Walt Disney World Resort, an instructor of Cisco courses for Skillsoft, and a network manager for Eastern Kentucky University. Currently, Kevin owns and operates Kevin Wallace Training, LLC, where he primarily produces video courses and writes books for Cisco Press/Pearson IT Certification (http://kwtrain.com/books). Kevin holds a bachelor of science degree in electrical engineering from the University of Kentucky, and he lives in central Kentucky with his wife (Vivian) and two daughters (Stacie and Sabrina).

Kevin can be followed on these social media platforms:

Blog: http://kwtrain.com

Twitter: http://twitter.com/kwallaceccie

Facebook: http://facebook.com/kwallaceccie

YouTube: http://youtube.com/kwallaceccie

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/kwallaceccie

Google+: http://google.com/+KevinWallace

This is a draft outline based on the currently known exam objectives. This outline will be updated upon release of the 2011 exam objectives.

Chapter 1: Introducing Computer Networks
Chapter 2: Dissecting the OSI Model
Chapter 3: Identifying Network Components
Chapter 4: Connecting Network Components
Chapter 5: Understanding Ethernet
Chapter 6: Communicating over the Network with TCP/IP
Chapter 7: Introducing Wide Area Networks
Chapter 8: Connecting Wirelessly
Chapter 9: Optimizing Network Performance
Chapter 10: Troubleshooting Network Issues
Chapter 11: Using Command-Line Utilities
Chapter 12: Managing a Network
Chapter 13: Securing a Network