Free CompTIA Network+ (N10-009) practice test

These are original questions written against the N10-009 objectives — subnetting, routing, wireless, troubleshooting — each with a full explanation. CertBench holds 600+ Network+ questions weighted by the real exam domains.

Try the samples, then take the free 25-question diagnostic to see your readiness score and weakest domains.

What the exam covers

1.0Networking Concepts23% of exam
2.0Network Implementation20% of exam
3.0Network Operations20% of exam
4.0Network Security19% of exam
5.0Network Troubleshooting18% of exam

Sample questions

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1.A security team wants to ensure that known vulnerabilities in network device operating systems are remediated. Which ongoing practice addresses this?

2.Which type of firewall maintains a state table to track active connections and makes decisions based on connection context?

3.DaaS (Desktop as a Service) delivers which of the following to end users?

4.A wireless network engineer is investigating complaints of slow Wi-Fi performance in a conference room. They need to identify overlapping channels, signal strength, and interference sources from neighboring networks. Which tool should they use?

5.Which 802.11 standard introduced MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) antenna technology and was the first to operate in both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands?

6.An enterprise needs to create a dynamic, scalable IPsec VPN overlay that allows spoke sites to communicate directly with each other without routing all traffic through a central hub. Which technology meets this requirement?

7.Which data structure on an SNMP-managed device defines the objects that can be monitored and their hierarchical organization?

8.An organization creates a document that defines acceptable uses of company IT resources, including prohibitions on accessing inappropriate websites and using company equipment for personal business. What is this document called?

9.Which network appliance is MOST commonly deployed to resolve fully qualified domain names (FQDNs) to IP addresses for internal network clients?

10.A technician uses a cable certifier and finds that a newly installed Cat6 cable run exceeds the maximum attenuation specification. What does attenuation refer to in this context?

Practice by exam objective

Drill a specific objective — each page has its own set of questions with explanations.

5.1Explain the network troubleshooting methodology2.1Compare and contrast various network topologies, architectures, and types1.1Explain concepts related to the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) reference model4.1Explain common security concepts3.1Given a scenario, use statistics and sensors to ensure network availability2.2Compare and contrast routing technologies and bandwidth management concepts4.2Compare and contrast common types of attacks5.2Given a scenario, troubleshoot common cable connectivity issues and select the appropriate tools1.2Compare and contrast networking appliances, applications, and functions3.2Compare and contrast organizational documentation and policies5.3Given a scenario, troubleshoot common wireless connectivity issues4.3Given a scenario, apply network hardening techniques1.3Summarize the types and characteristics of connectors and cabling3.3Given a scenario, manage network services2.3Given a scenario, configure and deploy common Ethernet switching features2.4Given a scenario, install and configure the appropriate wireless standards and technologies3.4Explain common high availability and disaster recovery concepts5.4Given a scenario, troubleshoot general networking issues1.4Given a scenario, configure a subnet and use appropriate IP addressing schemes4.4Compare and contrast remote access methods and security implications1.5Compare and contrast common port numbers, protocols, services, and traffic types3.5Given a scenario, use the appropriate network discovery, monitoring, or management tool4.5Explain the importance of physical security5.5Given a scenario, troubleshoot common network service issues1.6Given a scenario, use the appropriate network tool or command1.7Explain basic corporate and datacenter network architecture1.8Summarize cloud concepts and connectivity options

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Frequently asked questions

How many questions are on the Network+ exam?

The N10-009 exam has a maximum of 90 questions in 90 minutes, mixing multiple-choice with performance-based questions like network topology and configuration scenarios.

What score do I need to pass Network+?

720 on a scale of 100–900. Plan to score comfortably above 80% on full-length practice exams before you book the real thing.

Should I take Network+ before Security+?

CompTIA recommends Network+ first because Security+ assumes networking fundamentals — ports, protocols, and topology questions show up constantly in security scenarios. Plenty of people go straight to Security+ though, especially with IT experience.

Are these real Network+ exam questions?

No — they're original questions mapped to the same N10-009 objectives at exam-level difficulty. Braindumps violate CompTIA policy and can void your certification.

Is there a free N10-009 practice test here?

Yes — the questions on this page are free with no account, and a free account adds a 25-question N10-009 diagnostic with a readiness score, plus 20 practice questions every day. N10-009 is the current Network+ exam version, so everything here targets it.