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CompTIA Network+ study guide
Exam domains and weights, what to study first, and the jobs asking for CompTIA Network+ right now.
Exam domains and weights
How to study for CompTIA Network+
- Start with Network Troubleshooting. It is about 24% of the exam.
- Then Networking Concepts (23%).
- Then Network Implementation (20%).
- Take a practice exam, find your weakest domain, and study that next. Repeat until you score comfortably above the pass mark.
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What is on the CompTIA Network+ exam?
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) covers 5 domains: Network Troubleshooting (24%), Networking Concepts (23%), Network Implementation (20%), Network Operations (19%), Network Security (14%).
Which CompTIA Network+ domain should I study first?
Network Troubleshooting carries the most weight at about 24% of the exam, so it earns the most study time. Then work down the list by weight and spend extra time on any domain where your practice scores are low.
What level is CompTIA Network+?
CompTIA Network+ is an entry-level certification from CompTIA.
Are there jobs that ask for CompTIA Network+?
Yes. ReconHire currently lists postings that mention CompTIA Network+, such as IT Support Specialist at EdgeQ Technologies Private Limited; Help Desk Analyst at EdgeQ Technologies Private Limited; Data Center Operations Engineer at Cloudflare.
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