• Networking Concepts: Understanding network architectures, protocols, and topologies.
• Infrastructure: Knowledge of cabling, networking devices, and data center architecture.
• Network Operations: Managing network components, ensuring business continuity, and understanding documentation processes.
• Network Security: Implementing network security standards and best practices.
• Network Troubleshooting and Tools: Diagnosing and resolving networking issues with appropriate tools and methodologies.
• Network Policies and Best Practices: Understanding policies, procedures, and the impact of environmental factors on networking.

Before pursuing the CompTIA Network+ certification, you should have:

• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with PC operating systems.
• A general understanding of networking concepts.
• Ideally, 9-12 months of experience in IT networking or CompTIA A+ certification, although not mandatory.