Network+ is a certification sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA®). CompTIA is a non-profit information technology (IT) trade association. Their vendor-neutral certifications are designed by subject matter experts to assure that they cover the skills and knowledge in demand in the IT industry.

etwork+ certifies that candidates know the layers of the OSI model, can describe the features and functions of network components and have skills needed to install, configure, and troubleshoot basic networking hardware peripherals and protocols.

This learning path addresses the topics and concepts that learners need to know in order to obtain Network+ certification. Network+ certification is an industry-wide, vendor-neutral certification program that is developed and sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). The certification is recognized by a number of vendors as part of their own certification programs. For example, it forms part of an elective for Microsoft MCSA certification program. The path uses seminars, text and graphics, interactive exercises, and simulations to aid the learner in gaining the skills and knowledge necessary for certification. It covers the networking information required to successfully understand, implement, and troubleshoot LAN and WAN internetworks. Titles covered include:

• Fault Tolerance and Troubleshooting
  Introduction to Internetworking
  OSI Layer 3
  OSI Lower Layers
  OSI Upper Layers
  Operating Systems and TCP/IP
  Remote Access and Network Security