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Exam Code
N10-009
Blueprint Items
25
Articles Live
96
Coverage
100% of blueprint covered
Networking Concepts
1.1
Explain concepts related to the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model.
1.2
Compare and contrast networking appliances, applications, and functions.
1.3
Summarize cloud concepts and connectivity options.
1.4
Explain common networking ports, protocols, services, and traffic types.
1.5
Compare and contrast transmission media and transceivers.
1.6
Compare and contrast network topologies, architectures, and types.
⌛ Types of Networks: LAN, WAN, MAN Explained
· Coming 17 November 2026
1.7
Given a scenario, use appropriate IPv4 network addressing.
1.8
Summarize evolving use cases for modern network environments.
⌛ Managing Networks in a Remote Work Era
· Coming 20 November 2026
Network Implementation
2.1
Explain characteristics of routing technologies.
2.2
Given a scenario, configure switching technologies and features.
2.3
Given a scenario, select and configure wireless devices and technologies.
2.4
Explain important factors of physical installations.
Network Operations
3.1
Explain the purpose of organizational processes and procedures.
3.2
Given a scenario, use network monitoring technologies.
3.3
Explain disaster recovery (DR) concepts.
3.4
Given a scenario, implement IPv4 and IPv6 network services.
3.5
Compare and contrast network access and management methods.
Network Security
4.1
Explain the importance of basic network security concepts.
4.2
Summarize various types of attacks and their impact to the network.
4.3
Given a scenario, apply network security features, defense techniques, and solutions.
Network Troubleshooting
5.1
Explain the troubleshooting methodology.
5.2
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common cabling and physical interface issues.
5.3
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common issues with network services.
5.4
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common performance issues.
⌛ How to Identify Network Bottlenecks at Home
· Coming 27 October 2026
⌛ Troubleshooting Wi-Fi Connectivity Problems for Beginners
· Coming 3 November 2026
⌛ Understanding Network Latency and How to Reduce It
· Coming 10 November 2026
5.5
Given a scenario, use the appropriate tool or protocol to solve networking issues.
⌛ How to Use Ping and Traceroute for Network Issues
· Coming 30 October 2026
⌛ Understanding Netstat and Its Role in Network Troubleshooting
· Coming 6 November 2026
⌛ Comparing Network Troubleshooting Protocols: SNMP vs ICMP
· Coming 13 November 2026
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Last updated 24 October 2026