| | |  | Security+ | Home » » » » » Network+ Study Guide & Practice Exams: Exam N10-003 | | | | | | | Description: | | The Network+ Study Guide covers all the objectives on the CompTIA exam, including the features and functions of networking components, and ensuring that readers have the knowledge and skills needed to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. It covers exam topics such as media and topologies, protocols and standards, network implementation, and network support, as well as new exam topics on technologies such as wireless networking and Ethernet.
* Complete coverage of the new 2005 exam, written from the ground up
* Competitively priced with additional interactive exams online
* Popular exam being revised for first time since 2001 | | | Product Details: | | | Author:
| Robert Shimonski | | Paperback:
| 800 pages | | Publisher:
| Syngress | | Publication Date:
| April 26, 2005 | | Language:
| English | | ISBN:
| 1931836426 | | Package Length:
| 9.2 inches | | Package Width:
| 7.0 inches | | Package Height:
| 1.9 inches | | Package Weight:
| 3.0 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 15 reviews |
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13 of 14 found the following review helpful:
 This is the one...Jun 27, 2005
By R. Dlugy-Hegwer
Among so many books on the same topic, this one stands out for the quality of the information and expertise of the authors. The three Contributing Authors, the Lead Author (who helps develop CompTIA exams), and the Technical Editor each have the ***real-world experience*** to back their alphabet soup list of certifications.
Their explanations are fluid and well connected to the Exam Objective at hand. The 'just because I say so' explanations one finds in some of the other exam prep guides are missing from this one. The 'Exam Warnings' sprinkled throughout are particularly helpful at pointing out tricky bits of information you will be tested on.
Study well, complete the self-tests at the end of each chapter, and you're bound to succeed.
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
 Almost the complete package, definitely enough to pass!Apr 13, 2006
By A reader
If you want to take the Network+ exam, and don't want to trough through 1400+ page books when the exam is so simple anyway, this is THE book for you.
Firstly, don't let its size intimidate you. It does a great job of going in depth in topics without losing track of the Network+ objectives. Every single objective is covered, and I did not see a single thing that was foreign to me on the exam.
The exam tips throughout the book are great, telling you key areas to focus on, and believe me, they really help to tell you what to remember most and what to simply glance over and make a note or two on.
Why 4 stars? Well, while I did pass the exam first try with this as my main book, I must say that the included practice test is rather poor, and so you should consider buying a decent practice test simulation in addition to this book to be comfortable with the questions on the exam, especially if this is your first CompTIA exam. People who have taken CompTIA exams before (like myself) shouldn't have too much of a problem, but practice exams nevertheless will drill the knowledge inside you.
Another glitch is currently at time of writing, this book STILL does not have its errata page up (rsanetworks.net/networkplus), so hence 4 stars.
Overall, this book WILL make you pass first time if you read it start to end and take notes of key areas of the exam (I passed with much room for error), but a decent practice test should be accompanied in your studies too.
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Too Much Is Never Enough.Nov 10, 2006
By Martin Berger
While I agree with the previous reviewer that said there is more information than is needed to pass the exam, I don't see that as a bad thing. The author's stated intention, which he points out serveral times throughout the book, is to help the reader become a proficient network technician, not just pass the exam with the bare minimum understanding of the topics. That is why I gave this book a 5 star review. In addition to that, the writing style is clear and to the point. The explanations are very easy to understand, especially the chapter on IP subnetting. I used to bang my head against the wall trying to figure out the complexities of subnetting, but, in a few short pages in this book, Shimonski has cleared up all of my frustrations with this particular subject. I also very much liked the chapter on wireless technologies and the security issuses surrounding wireless access, after reading it, I had the confidence I needed to set up a secure wireless network, with a firewall, for my home based PC repair business.
I plan on taking my Network+ Cert exam by the end of December, which will give me enough time to re-read this excellent book again from cover to cover. That coupled with my previous A+ certification, should allow me to pass my exam with flying colors.
Thank you to Robert Shimonski for writing this excellent certification guide.
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I took my exam and passed it on the first try. This was the only study guide I used. The information provided in this book plus my experience in the field allowed me to ace the exam. I am quite happy with the results I received from this book.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
 Could be much more conciseDec 26, 2008
By Bob
The Authors are clearly experts. They are clearly enthusiastic about their topic. I have little doubt that mastering the material in this book would lead to a passing grade on your test. Just know that you are taking the long way around the mountain.
My goal was to PASS THE TEST in a reasonable amount of time, with actual comprehension of the material. I was not looking to know everything there is to know on the topic. I didn't care to wade through minutiae and exhaustive background info on every topic. The exam covers a great deal of information & I didn't want to add to it unnecessarily. So, eventually, I gave up on this book and read Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide, Third Edition (All-in-One) by Michael Meyers and Exam cram. I passed with a 750 out of 900. I will keep this book for reference and further research. But, I can't recommend it as a Network plus study guide as there are much more efficient ways to pass that test.
1 of 1 found the following review helpful:
Great Learning ToolMar 16, 2008
By Rodd Boyken
I am about half way through this book, and it is really easy to read and learn the material you need to pass the exam.
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