CompTIA Network+ N10-007 Cert Guide - Chapter 1 Computer Network Fundamentals

Sep 20, 2026

CompTIA Network+ N10-007 Cert Guide provides structured preparation for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam, focusing on IT networking fundamentals and the exam scope. The book presents topic-by-topic coverage of network architecture, OSI and TCP/IP models, network components, Ethernet, IPv4/IPv6, routing, WANs, wireless, optimization, command-line tools, network management, security, policies, and troubleshooting. It includes review questions and supporting online study elements such as a simulator, flash cards, and performance-based exercises.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages103

Reading Time4 h 20 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Chapter 1 Computer Network Fundamentals

Foundation Topics

Chapter 2 The OSI reference Model

Foundation Topics

Chapter 3 Network Components

Foundation Topics

CompTIA Network+ N10-007 Cert Guide Anthony Sequeira, CCIE No. 15626 Pearson IT Certification 800 East 96th Street Indianapolis, Indiana 46240 USA CompTIA Network+ N10-007 Cert Guide Anthony Sequeira Copyright © 2018 Pearson IT Certification All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced, stored ina retrieval system, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission from the publisher. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein. ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-5981-8 ISBN-10: 0-7897-5981-0 Library of Congress Control Number: 2017957346 Printed in the United States of America 01 18 Trademarks All terms mentioned in this book that are known to be trademarks or service marks have been appropriately capitalized. Pearson IT Certification cannot attest to the accuracy of this information. Use of a term in this book should not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark or service mark. Warning and Disclaimer This book is designed to provide information about IT networking in the scope of the CompTIA Network+ exam. Every effort has been made to make this book as complete and as accurate as possible, but no warranty or fitness is implied. The information is provided on an “as is” basis. The author shall have neither liability nor responsibility to any person or entity with respect to any loss or damages arising from the information contained in this book or from the use of the discs or programs that may accompany it. The opinions expressed in this book belong to the author and are not necessarily those of Pearson. Special Sales For information about buying this title in bulk quantities, or for special sales opportunities (which may include electronic versions; custom cover designs; and content particular to your business, training goals, marketing focus, or branding interests), please contact our corporate sales department at corpsales@pearsoned.com or (800) 382-3419. For government sales inquiries, please contact [governmentsales@pearsoned.com](governmentsales@pearsoned.com). For questions about sales outside the U.S., please contact [intlcs@pearson.com](intlcs@pearson.com). Editor-in-Chief Mark Taub Product Line Manager Brett Bartow Managing Editor Sandra Schroeder Development Editor Marianne Bartow Project Editor Mandie Frank Copy Editor Bart Reed Technical Editor Robert Fleming Editorial Assistant Vanessa Evans Designer Chuti Prasertsith Composition Studio Galou Indexer Heather McNeill Proofreader Paula Lowell Contents at a Glance Introduction xxviii ChAPTEr 1 Computer Network Fundamentals 3 ChAPTEr 2 The OSI Reference Model 31 ChAPTEr 3 Network Components 63 ChAPTEr 4 Ethernet Technology 117 ChAPTEr 5 IPv4 and IPv6 Addresses 153 ChAPTEr 6 Routing IP Packets 205 ChAPTEr 7 Wide Area Networks (WANs) 239 ChAPTEr 8 Wireless Technologies 275 ChAPTEr 9 Network Optimization 305 ChAPTEr 10 Command-Line Tools 337 ChAPTEr 11 Network Management 379 ChAPTEr 12 Network Security 409 ChAPTEr 13 Network Policies and Best Practices 467 ChAPTEr 14 Network Troubleshooting 481 ChAPTEr 15 Final Preparation 529 APPENDIx A Answers to Review Questions 537 APPENDIx B CompTIA Network+ N10-07 Cert Guide Exam Updates 547 Glossary 551 Index 585 ONLINE ELEMENTS: APPENDIx C APPENDIx D APPENDIx E Memory Tables Memory Tables Answer Key Study Planner Exam Essentials Interactive Study Guide Key Terms Flash Cards Application Instructional Videos Performance-Based Exercises CompTIA Network+ N10-007 Hands-on Lab Simulator Lite Software Table of Contents Introduction xxvi

FAQs

What exam does CompTIA Network+ N10-007 Cert Guide prepare for?

It provides information about IT networking in the scope of the CompTIA Network+ exam.

Which major topics are covered in the book’s chapter sequence?

The contents include fundamentals, the OSI reference model, network components, Ethernet technology, IP addressing, routing, WANs, wireless technologies, optimization, command-line tools, network management, network security, and troubleshooting, plus final preparation.

What study supports are included beyond the printed chapters?

The online elements list includes a study planner, interactive study guide key terms, flash cards, application instructional videos, performance-based exercises, and a hands-on lab simulator software (Lite).

Sep 20, 2026

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