Day 5: Troubleshooting Networks

A+ 220-702 Objective

Objective 3.1: Troubleshoot client-side connectivity issues using appropriate tools

Key Points

In our increasingly connected world, networking is a fundamental skill for all techs. It is not hard to imagine entire careers are dedicated to troubleshooting networks at all levels. The importance of providing fast, reliable digital communications to the world cannot be stressed enough. Imagine remote robotic surgeries, ATMs, online commerce, or a soldier reading a bedtime story to her son back home on his birthday. This stuff is really important, so let’s make darn sure we can make them happen.

Troubleshooting the Physical Layer

The majority of home networks use an integrated services router (ISR), ...

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