Why Network+?

• Recommended as a first professional-level networking certification
• Held by nearly half a million people worldwide
• 12% job growth expected for Network & Computer Systems Administrators (2012 – 2022, according to the BLS
• The leading vendor-neutral, globally-recognized networking certification
• ISO 17025 compliant
• Fulfills US DoD Directive 8570.01-M

The new exam has been updated to reflect the current thinking of industry professionals as well as to reflect technologies used today, with a greater emphasis on practical knowledge, especially how to identify and use elements of a network infrastructure. Significant changes include:

• Additional IPv6 concepts.
• Emphasis on troubleshooting.
• Additional security knowledge.
• Knowledge of how to administer key systems.

Test Details
Exam Codes		N10-006  JK0-023 (for CompTIA Academy Partners only)
Launch Date		see more
Number of Questions		Maximum of 90 questions
Type of Questions		Multiple choice and performance-based
Length of Test		90 Minutes
Passing Score		720 (on a scale of 100-900)
Recommended Experience		CompTIA A+ Certification (9) months of networking experience
Languages		English at launch (2/28/15) Japanese and German - in development
Retirement		TBD - Usually three years after launch

These qualifications have already helped me do my job more effectively. Weekly IT review meetings used to be a real challenge for me, but now I have the confidence to talk with authority and provide suggestions backed up with real technical understanding.
Alan Storey
IT Administrator, Cruikshanks