CompTIA
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-009)
The vendor-neutral standard for foundational networking skills, taken by help desk technicians, network administrators, and IT generalists to validate they can configure, manage, and troubleshoot networks.
Blueprint-complete program: 5 decks, 795 cards.
What's on the exam
N10-009 Exam Objectives
Networking Concepts
23%OSI model · Appliances and network functions · Cloud concepts and connectivity · Ports, protocols, and traffic types · IPv4 addressing and subnetting · Modern network environments (SDN, VXLAN, zero trust)
Network Implementation
20%Routing technologies · Switching technologies (VLANs, STP) · Wireless devices and standards · Physical installations and cabling · IPv6 concepts
Network Operations
19%Documentation and asset management · Network monitoring (SNMP, flow data, packet capture) · Disaster recovery concepts · DHCP, DNS, and NTP services · Remote access and management
Network Security
14%Security concepts (CIA, IAM, encryption) · Types of attacks (DoS, VLAN hopping, phishing) · Network hardening and segmentation · Defense in depth · Wireless security
Network Troubleshooting
24%Troubleshooting methodology · Cabling and physical-layer issues · Network service issues · Performance issues · Command-line and software tools
Frequently asked questions
How much does the CompTIA Network+ cost?
The CompTIA Network+ costs $399. Voucher price varies by region and bundle; confirm current pricing with CompTIA.
How long is the CompTIA Network+ and how many questions does it have?
Up to 90 items — 90 minutes.
What do you need to pass the CompTIA Network+?
720 on a scale of 100–900.
Can you retake the CompTIA Network+?
No wait for second attempt; 14-day wait for third and subsequent attempts.
What is the best way to study for the CompTIA Network+?
Study the official blueprint, not random material: the exam is weighted by domain (Networking Concepts 23%, Network Implementation 20%, Network Operations 19%, Network Security 14%, Network Troubleshooting 24%). Spaced-repetition flashcards built domain-by-domain against that blueprint are the most time-efficient way to cover everything the exam tests.
Ready to prepare?
Our CompTIA Network+ program follows this exact blueprint — every domain covered, scheduled by spaced repetition, with a journey from first card to test day.