CompTIA Network Plus

Discover our collection of comptia network plus articles, guides, and resources.

📘 Introduction to CompTIA Network+

Overview of the Network+ certification, exam structure, and key info before you start your journey.

🌐 Network Models & Communication Layers

Learn about OSI layers, MAC addresses, ports, and IP types—essential for understanding how networks operate.

🔀 IP Protocols – TCP/IP, UDP, IPSec, IPMC

Deep dive into the key IP-based protocols including TCP, UDP, IP Multicast, and IPSec with its modes and components.

🪢 Cabling and Network Topology

Comprehensive guide on network topologies, cable types, connectors, standards, and fire ratings.

🔌🌐 Ethernet and Networking Essentials

Learn the basics of Ethernet, standards, frame structure, cable types, devices, and how switches connect.

🔌💡 Ethernet Standards and Connectivity

Deep dive into Ethernet types, speeds, transceivers, and real-world troubleshooting scenarios.

Installing a Physical Network

Learn how to plan, install, test, and troubleshoot structured cabling and physical network infrastructure.

🌐 TCP/IP Basics

Learn the foundation of TCP/IP networking including IP addressing, binary concepts, and ARP.

🚦 Routers, NAT, and Routing Protocols

Network+ reference guide covering NAT types, SOHO routing, and dynamic/static routing with protocols like OSPF, BGP, and more.

🌐 TCP/IP Applications and Transport Protocols

Covers TCP/IP applications, TCP vs UDP, PDU structure, TCP 3-way handshake, and ICMP/IGMP protocols in the Network+ curriculum.