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THE FOLLOWING NETWORK+ EXAM OBJECTIVES ARE COVERED IN THIS CHAPTER:
1.5 Choose the appropriate media type and connectors to add a client to an existing network.
1.6 Identify the purpose, features, and functions of the following network components:
Hubs
Switches
Bridges
Routers
Gateways
CSU/DSU
Network interface cards/ISDN adapters/system area
network cards
Wireless access points
Modems
3.11 Given a network configuration, select the appropriate NIC and network configuration settings (DHCP, DNS, WINS, protocols, NetBIOS/host name, etc.).
4.4 Given specific parameters, configure a client to connect to the following servers:
Unix/Linux
NetWare
Windows
Macintosh
4.5 Given a wiring task, select the appropriate tool (e.g., wire crimper, media tester/certifier, punchdown tool, tone generator, optical tester, etc.).
This chapter brings you to the most important test of all: your ability to install new network hardware and software. The Network+ exam tests your knowledge of the basic network hardware components that you might install as well as how to successfully upgrade outdated hardware or software. In this chapter, we’re going to examine what you should consider before you upgrade, some common network components you might install, and how you connect them.
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