🌐 CompTIA Network+ Pathway
Learn how networks operate, how devices communicate, and how to troubleshoot and secure wired and wireless networks.
Networking Basics
Network+ begins with the basic concepts of how computers communicate. Students learn about networks, IP addresses, routers, switches, and how data travels between devices.
1. What is a network?
2. Which device connects a local network to the internet?
3. What is an IP address used for?
Wired & Wireless Networks
Students learn the difference between wired Ethernet networks and wireless Wi‑Fi networks. Network+ covers cables, speeds, wireless standards, and common networking hardware.
1. Which cable is commonly used in Ethernet networks?
2. What device provides Wi‑Fi to wireless devices?
3. Which is usually faster and more reliable?
Network Devices & Ports
Network technicians must recognize the purpose of common network devices and ports. Students learn about switches, routers, modems, and common ports such as HTTP, HTTPS, and DNS.
1. What does a switch do?
2. Which port is commonly used for secure websites?
3. What does DNS do?
Troubleshooting Networks
Network+ technicians follow a troubleshooting process to solve network problems. Students learn to check cables, test connectivity, and identify the cause of an issue.
1. What is the first thing to check if a computer cannot connect to the network?
2. What does the ping command do?
3. Why is it important to test one change at a time?
Hands-On Network+ Learning Tools
Cisco Packet Tracer
Design and test virtual networks with routers, switches, and PCs.
Open Packet TracerTestOut Network Pro
Interactive labs and lessons aligned to CompTIA Network+ topics.
Open TestOut Network ProProfessor Messer Network+
Free short videos covering all CompTIA Network+ certification objectives.
Watch Network+ VideosWireshark
Capture and analyze network traffic to understand how data moves across a network.
Open WiresharkRoblox: Internet Cafe Simulator
Practice managing computers, networks, and connected devices in a virtual environment.
Open Internet Cafe SimulatorNext Steps
- Practice building networks in Cisco Packet Tracer.
- Move into the Cybersecurity pathway to learn how to secure networks.
- Use Wireshark to explore how devices communicate.
- Begin preparing for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.