IT & Cybersecurity
CompTIA Network+N10-009
CompTIA Network+ validates the skills needed to design, configure, manage, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks. The current exam is N10-009.
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Exam facts
Everything you need to know about the CompTIA Network+ exam.
- Passing score
- 720 / 900
- Format & length
- Up to 90 questions · 90 minutes
- Voucher cost
- ~$369 USD
- Prerequisites
- None required (A+ and 9–12 months network experience recommended)
- Validity
- 3 years
Exam facts sourced from the official CompTIA certification page. Last reviewed June 2026.
What’s tested
Key topics on the CompTIA® Network+ exam.
The Cert Climb question bank is mapped to every domain on the official CompTIA® Network+ exam blueprint, so what you study is what the test asks.
- Networking Concepts
- Network Implementation
- Network Operations
- Network Security
- Network Troubleshooting
Who it’s for
Built for the people taking this exam.
Junior network admins, NOC technicians, field engineers, and Security+ candidates who need a stronger networking base first.
Why it matters in 2026
The career signal.
Subnetting, routing, and OSI fluency are foundational. Network+ makes Security+, CISSP, and CCNA all noticeably easier — and it's vendor-neutral, so it transfers across employers.
Sample question
What a CompTIA Network+ question looks like.
A wireless engineer is reviewing how the 802.11n specification achieves higher data rates than its predecessors. Which technology is primarily responsible for that throughput boost?
See the answer & explanation
Correct: B. MIMO
Why: Multiple Input, Multiple Output (MIMO) leverages several transmit and receive antennas at the same time, dramatically raising the data rate available to 802.11n radios. CSMA/CA is the media-access scheme used on Wi-Fi to keep stations from transmitting simultaneously, but it doesn't increase throughput. CSMA/CD is the equivalent collision-handling method on legacy wired Ethernet. MIRO is a made-up acronym and is not a real wireless technology.
What you get
Everything you need to actually pass.
Full question bank
1,019 questions covering every objective on the official CompTIA® Network+ exam blueprint, with detailed explanations on every option — right and wrong.
Quiz modes
Timed exam simulation, missed-only review, topic drills, and a daily question of the day. Practice the way you study best.
Flashcards
Spaced-repetition flashcards generated from each topic. Pull them up on a phone in the gap between meetings.
Progress tracking
See per-topic accuracy and answered counts. Find weak areas before they cost you on test day.
Per-category premium
Unlocking CompTIA® Network+ unlocks every other IT & Cybersecurity exam in the Cert Climb catalog — pay once, stack credentials.
No-fluff explanations
Every wrong answer comes with a 2-3 sentence explanation of why it’s wrong, not just “the correct answer is X.” Pattern recognition is the whole game.
Read while you study
CompTIA® Network+ articles & study guides
Best Certification Practice Question Banks: How to Choose the Right One
A practical guide to choosing certification practice question banks for IT, nursing, PMP, finance, real estate, cloud, and healthcare exams.
Security+ vs Network+: Which CompTIA Exam Should You Take First?
Network+ and Security+ both help IT careers, but they test different skills. Here is the practical order for beginners, help desk techs, cloud learners, and cybersecurity candidates.
CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) Study Guide — Subnetting, OSI, and What Actually Wins
Network+ is the cert that makes everything else easier. Master subnetting, the OSI model, and routing fundamentals — here's a 5-week plan plus the topics CompTIA loves to ambush candidates with.
CompTIA A+ vs Network+: Which One Should You Take First?
Choosing between CompTIA A+ and Network+ is a common dilemma for IT beginners. We break down the differences, prerequisites, and which one aligns best with your career goals.
How to Study for an IT Certification (and Actually Pass): A Practical 2026 Playbook
Most certification advice is about books. The hard part is the schedule, the focus, and the test-day mental game. Here's the system that's worked across CompTIA, Cisco, ISC2, and AWS.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about CompTIA Network+
What is the CompTIA Network+ exam?
CompTIA Network+ validates the skills needed to design, configure, manage, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks. The current exam is N10-009.
How many questions are on the CompTIA Network+ exam, and how long is it?
Up to 90 questions · 90 minutes
What is the passing score for the CompTIA Network+ exam?
720 / 900
How much does the CompTIA Network+ exam cost?
~$369 USD
Are there prerequisites for the CompTIA Network+ exam?
None required (A+ and 9–12 months network experience recommended)
How long is the CompTIA Network+ certification valid?
3 years
How many questions does the CompTIA Network+ bank have?
1,019 questions, organized into 5 subject areas mapped to the official exam objectives.
Is the free trial really free?
Yes. 30 questions, no credit card, no email-trap, no “activate by Friday or pay” spam. You either upgrade because the bank’s good, or you don’t.
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Premium is sold per category and unlocks every IT & Cybersecurity exam in the Cert Climb catalog. Plans are 1-month, 3-month, or 12-month — see the upgrade modal for current pricing.
How current is the CompTIA® Network+ content?
We track exam version updates and refresh the bank within weeks of new objectives. Where the version of an exam matters (e.g. CompTIA SY0-701 vs. SY0-601), question explanations call it out.
Can I cancel my subscription anytime?
Yes. Cancellation is one click from your profile. Your access continues through the end of the period you’ve already paid for.
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