Network+ N10-007: The Inside Scoop

If you've been in the IT field awhile, you know that certifications and certification retirements are a part of life. Earlier this month, CompTIA rebooted their Network+ exam to help validate test takers knowledge of the cloud, virtualization, and mobile device management.

In this webinar, Keith Barker talks about what's new with the latest Network+ exam from CompTIA, what's the same, and how to prepare.

Keith aligned this webinar with the N10-007 blueprint. Here they are along with their timestamps:

1:07  – 1.0: Networking Concepts

3:52 – 4.0: Network Security

4:45 – 2.0: Infrastructure

4:54 – 3.0: Network Operations

5:32  – 5.0: Network Troubleshooting and Tools

6:20 – Keith talks about his experience taking the exam

7:04 – Everything about the new CBT Nuggets course!

Keith also answered questions at the end of the webinar.

Here are the timestamps for this great information about Network+ N10-007.

0:32 – When will Network+ N10-007 launch?

1:06 – Are there any significant changes between N10-006 and N10-007?

2:46 – Can you compare N10-007 and CCNA?

4:50 – How much time do I need to study for N10-007?

8:50 – I finished the CCNA in November. Could I just take N10-007 and pass it?

11:28 – Is it better to focus on the N10-007? Or should I take N10-006 before it retires in August 2018?

14:59 – How long will N10-007 be valid?

15:46 – What value will N10-007 have in my career progression?

17:07 – Will Network+ N10-007 cover 802.11 BAGN?

18:13 – In the new CBT Nuggets training for N10-007 did you cover the problem troubleshooting sequence? (Answer: Absolutely!)

19:07 – I'm big on textbooks. Can you suggest a book to help me study for N10-007?

You can also plan for success with these blog posts:

• CompTIA Released the Network+ N10-007 Exam

• How to Prepare for the New Network+ Exam

• Why Not Have Lifetime IT Certifications?

About the Presenter

Keith Barker brings nearly 30 years of IT experience to CBT Nuggets, where he has been a trainer since 2012. He holds a variety of IT security certifications including Cisco CCIE Security and ISC2 CISSP. Keith recently completed a CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) training course for CBT Nuggets.