Network+ Certification Study Guide, Third Edition (Certification Study Guides) [Paperback]

Glen Clarke (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0072262680 | ISBN-13: 978-0072262681 | Publication Date: November 28, 2005 | Edition: 3

Explains not only what -- but HOW to study

Network+ Study Guide, Third Edition is the most exam focused self-study preparation available for this vendor-neutral networking certification. The book covers all the official objectives for the exam and includes 300+ practice exam questions, step-by-step exercises, and chapter self-tests. The CD-ROM features MasterExam software with hundreds of practice questions, CertCam training videos, an electronic copy of the book, and more.

• NEW coverage of wireless networking, gigabit Ethernet, and other wireless technologies
• Covers the latest hardware including CAT 6, SANs, NAS, and RAID
• Full details on Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Netware, and Linux

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From the Back Cover

Get the book that shows you not only what -- but how -- to study

• 100% complete coverage of all official objectives for the CompTIA Network+ exam
• CertCam video training by the author guides you through difficult topics and exercises
• Step-by-step exercises modeled after classroom labs provide hands-on instruction
• Inside the Exam sections highlight key exam topics covered
• Simulated exam questions match the format, tone, topics, and difficulty of the real exam

Covers all Network+ exam topics, including:
Network Concepts * Protocols and Standards * Networking Components * TCP/IP Fundamentals * Subnetting and Routing * TCP/IP Utilities * Remote Connectivity * WAN Technologies * Implementing a Network * Maintaining and Supporting a Network * Network Security * Troubleshooting

CD-ROM includes:
Complete MasterExam practice testing engine, featuring:

• One full practice exam
• Detailed answers with explanations
• Score Report performance assessment tool

Electronic book for studying on-the-go CertCam video training
One hour LearnKey video training session
Bonus downloadable MasterExam practice test

About the Author

Glen E. Clarke, MCSE/MCSD/MCDBA/MCT/CIW SA/Security+/Network+/A+, is an independent trainer and consultant, focusing on network security and web application development. Glen spends most of his time delivering certified courses on Windows Server 2003, SQL Server, Exchange Server, Visual Basic.NET, and ASP.NET. Glen also teaches a number of security-related courses covering such topics as vulnerability testing, firewall design, and packet analysis.

Glen is an experienced author and technical editor whose published work has been nominated for a referenceware excellence award in 2003 and 2004. Glen has worked on a number of certification titles dealing with A+ certification, Windows 2000/2003 certification, and Network+ and Security+ certification.

You can visit Glen online at http://www.gleneclarke.com, or contact him at [e-mail].

Product Details

• Paperback: 920 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media; 3 edition (November 28, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072262680
• ISBN-13: 978-0072262681
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,117,124 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Glen E. Clarke, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+, MCSE, CEH, SCNP is an independent trainer and consultant, focusing on network security and web application development.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Network+ Fourth Edition, by Glen E. Clarke, September 9, 2009

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Ricky L. Moore "Prof Rick" (Palos Hills, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Network+ Certification Study Guide, Third Edition (Certification Study Guides) (Paperback)

I am an Associate professor at a community college and have been teaching Network+ for more than 10 years. After the recent certification exam change I had to review what was out there for the new exam. I am so glad this book was one I decided to take a look at. The book is to the point... check out the number of pages out there in some of the other study guides. Glen has a practical down-to-earth style of writing that makes it easier for students to get a handle on new concepts. The review questions at the end of the chapter are really good. I also love how the book has hands-on labs right in the chapters, and if that is not enough there is a whole lab manual that comes on the cd. Finally, if all this isn't enough there is a practice exam that comes on the cd as well. Wow, quite a bit for the money.

With that said there are a couple minor tweaks that need to be made in the next edition.

1. The requirements listed for the Network+ exam in the intro are for the old exam.

2. I would like to have seen "N10-004" or "Network+ 2009 exam" somewhere on the front or back cover. I had to look at the publishing date to make sure I had the
right book for the new exam.

3. The practice exam that came on the cd is good but there is no way to control what chapters or exam domains you want to pull questions from.

With that said, I am looking forward to using this book over the next few years and will be the first in line for the 5th Edition.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars You Can't Go Wrong, September 23, 2008

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Edward J. Clauss "Music Geek" (Lehigh Valley PA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Network+ Certification Study Guide, Third Edition (Certification Study Guides) (Paperback)

I used A+ for Dummies to pass that exam, but apparently you can't be a dummy if studying for Net+. I used this edition for my study for this cert. Glen E. Clarke is a great conveyor of ideas. Very good use of analogy. He can be long winded at times, but he finds a way to be entertaining even covering this not-very-exciting material.

Long story short, I used this book, and (comfortably) passed the test!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Study, July 1, 2008

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Sandra Brown - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Network+ Certification Study Guide, Third Edition (Certification Study Guides) (Paperback)

I found the book very straightforward and down to earth. It was very helpful in giving me the information to pass the exam.