Free CompTIA Network+ N10-009 Practice Exam - 5 Real Questions, Instant Feedback, No Sign-Up
Network+ is the bridge cert between A+ and Security+, and the N10-009 refresh leans harder into troubleshooting and modern topics than any previous version. The hard part is not any single subject - it is holding subnetting, the OSI model, and the troubleshooting methodology at fingertip recall under time pressure. The five questions in this free preview are pulled from the same item pool as the paid Network+ mock. Each scores instantly. No credit card. No email required to start.
Why we give the first 5 Network+ questions away free
The CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam costs $358 USD (bundle and academic voucher discounts available). Most candidates spend another $100 to $400 on practice exams before they sit. That means the question candidates ask first is rarely "is this practice exam comprehensive?" - it's "is this practice exam any good?" You can't answer that from a marketing page. You can answer it by taking five real questions and watching how they're written.
That's why this page exists. The five questions in the free Network+ practice test below are not throwaway warm-ups. They are pulled from the same item pool as the paid Network+ N10-009 practice exam. The grader, the explanations, and the question rendering are identical. If you don't like how the first five feel, you've lost six minutes - not the cost of a competing practice product.
What you get in this free Network+ practice exam
- 5 free Network+ practice questions drawn from the live 90-question CompTIA Network+ N10-009 item bank.
- Realistic exam-day format. CompTIA delivers up to 90 questions in 90 minutes, mixing single-answer multiple choice, multiple response, drag-and-drop, and performance-based questions (PBQs). Passing score: 720 of 900.
- Instant per-question scoring with full explanations so you see what you got right and wrong as you go.
- Topic spread across all 5 Network+ exam domains - the preview is representative, not stacked with a single easy topic.
- Zero sign-up to start - the trial loads anonymously. You only create an account if you choose to unlock the full 90-question paid mock after.
Who the CompTIA Network+ N10-009 is for
Candidates with roughly 9-12 months of networking experience, typically taken after A+ and before Security+. The standard credential for junior network technician, NOC, and helpdesk-to-networking career moves. Most candidates take 80-120 hours over 6-10 weeks for beginners; 40-60 hours for candidates coming from A+ or a helpdesk role.
CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam blueprint coverage in this practice test
The full FigigExams Network+ practice exam mirrors the official blueprint weights so your score gives a realistic readiness signal. The five free questions in this preview rotate across the blueprint so you see questions from every part of it, not just one.
| Domain | Weight | Key concepts you will see |
|---|---|---|
| Networking Concepts | 23% | OSI model, ports and protocols, IPv4/IPv6 addressing and subnetting, network topologies and architectures, cloud connectivity concepts, and common network appliances. |
| Network Implementation | 20% | Routing technologies (static, OSPF, EIGRP, BGP basics), switching features (VLANs, 802.1Q, STP), wireless standards and deployment (Wi-Fi 6/6E, antenna types), and physical installation. |
| Network Operations | 19% | Documentation and diagrams, disaster recovery concepts (RTO/RPO, backup types), network monitoring (SNMP, syslog, flow data), and organisational processes such as change management. |
| Network Security | 14% | Security concepts (CIA triad, zero trust), common attacks (on-path, DDoS, VLAN hopping), hardening and mitigation techniques, and remote access methods (VPN, IPsec, SASE). |
| Network Troubleshooting | 24% | The CompTIA troubleshooting methodology, cabling and physical-layer issues, common tools (cable tester, protocol analyzer, ping/traceroute), and diagnosing connectivity and performance problems. |
The full mock has 90 questions calibrated to the live exam difficulty profile, with a passing benchmark of 70% to give you a conservative readiness target.
The Network+ question formats we mirror
One of the most common reasons candidates fail on the first attempt is unfamiliarity with the exam's specific question formats. This free preview exposes you to every format the live exam uses, so nothing on test day is a surprise.
Performance-based questions (PBQs)
N10-009 front-loads 3-5 PBQs - configure a SOHO router, place devices in a topology, match ports to protocols, or work a subnetting scenario. They are time-hungry. Skip them, bank the multiple-choice points, then return with the time you have left.
Subnetting under time pressure
Multiple items require fast, accurate subnetting - host counts, valid ranges, CIDR conversion. This is the single most common place well-prepared candidates lose points, purely from speed. Drill it until it is mechanical.
Multiple choice and multi-response
The bulk of the exam. Multi-response is "select TWO" or "select THREE" with no partial credit - count the answers the prompt asks for before you click.
Drag-and-drop
Match OSI layers to protocols or PDUs, connector types to cable standards, or troubleshooting steps to their methodology phase. Fast points if you have memorised the underlying lists cold.
Free Network+ trial vs full FigigExams mock vs Jason Dion Network+ practice exams (Udemy)
If you're shopping for Network+ practice exams, you've probably already opened a tab for Jason Dion Network+ practice exams (Udemy). Jason Dion's practice exams are the most popular paid Network+ prep and are well calibrated to CompTIA's style, and Professor Messer's free video course pairs with them beautifully. If you want a second question bank, Dion's is the safe pick. Here's an honest side-by-side so you can pick the right tool for where you are in your prep.
| Feature | FigigExams Network+ | Jason Dion Network+ practice exams (Udemy) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0 trial, $18 for full mock | $15-30 per Dion set |
| PBQ-style items in preview | Yes | Yes |
| Aligned to N10-009 (current) | Yes | Yes (if recent edition) |
| Number of practice exams | 4 versions, 90 questions each | Bundled practice sets |
| Concept-level Exam Coach | Yes | No |
| Lifetime access | Yes | Yes (Udemy lifetime) |
The honest answer: if your budget allows it, candidates often use both - FigigExams to find your weak concepts cheaply, then a final readiness pass with Jason Dion Network+ practice exams (Udemy) if you want the industry-standard item bank. For most candidates, just FigigExams plus the official study guide is sufficient.
The Personal Exam Coach (after you finish the full Network+ exam)
Most Network+ practice exams give you a score and a domain breakdown - "you scored 48% on Domain 3" - and call that a result page. That's not actionable. Each domain has many topics. You need to know which topic specifically.
When you finish the full 90-question Network+ practice exam (not the 5-question free preview), the FigigExams Personal Exam Coach analyses your answers at the concept level:
- Concept-level miss patterns instead of broad domain percentages.
- A prioritised study plan ordered by estimated score impact.
- A pass-confidence score based on item difficulty and your error pattern - a real readiness number, not vibes.
- A follow-up chat where you can ask things like "explain why option C was wrong on question 23" and get a tailored answer.
It's the part of FigigExams that passing candidates mention most.
Network+ exam day tips that actually move your score
- Drill subnetting until it is mechanical - aim to find a subnet range or host count in under 30 seconds without paper. It is the highest-leverage single skill on the exam.
- Memorize the OSI model both directions, with a protocol or PDU example at each layer. Drag-and-drop items reward this directly.
- Learn the CompTIA troubleshooting methodology in order (identify, theorize, test, plan, implement, verify, document) - it appears on essentially every exam.
- For PBQs, read the entire prompt before touching anything, then skip and return if it is a subnetting or configuration scenario that will eat your time.
- Know your ports and protocols cold (DNS 53, DHCP 67/68, HTTPS 443, RDP 3389, and the rest). They are reliable, fast points scattered across multiple domains.
Free Network+ Practice Exam - Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Network+ practice exam really free?
Yes. Five real CompTIA Network+ N10-009 questions, instant scoring, no credit card, no email required to start. You only create an account if you decide to unlock the full 90-question paid mock after.
How many free Network+ practice questions can I take?
Five on this trial page. You can refresh the trial as many times as you like - each session reshuffles the answer order. To get a larger question set, take the full 90-question paid exam, which draws from a much larger item pool.
Are these questions the same difficulty as the real Network+ exam?
The questions are written to match the cognitive level of the live CompTIA Network+ N10-009 exam. The average item is calibrated slightly above the live exam mean - so a 75% on our practice exam typically corresponds to a comfortable pass on the real exam, not a marginal one.
What changed between N10-008 and N10-009?
N10-009 launched in June 2024 and is the only version delivered as of mid-2026. It kept five domains but renamed and rebalanced them, added modern content (SDN, SASE/SSE, zero trust, and IaC/automation concepts), and deepened the troubleshooting focus. N10-008 material is largely still valid but under-weights the newer cloud and automation topics - prefer N10-009-specific practice.
Should I take A+ before Network+?
For total beginners, yes - A+ builds the hardware and OS vocabulary Network+ assumes. If you already have hands-on networking exposure or a helpdesk role, you can often skip straight to Network+, which is the path many career switchers take.
How much subnetting do I really need for Network+?
A lot - and fast. Expect several questions (including at least one PBQ) that require calculating subnet ranges, host counts, and CIDR notation quickly. Being able to subnet on sight is the difference between a comfortable pass and a time scramble. Do not walk in relying on a slow long-hand method.
How long is CompTIA Network+ valid?
Three years. Renew via 30 CEUs over the cycle, by earning a higher-level cert such as Security+ (which also renews Network+), or by passing the current Network+ exam again.
Is Network+ worth it in 2026, or should I skip to Security+?
If your target is a networking, NOC, or infrastructure role, Network+ is directly relevant and worth it. If you are aiming squarely at cybersecurity and already understand networking fundamentals, some candidates skip to Security+ - but Network+ makes Security+ noticeably easier because so much of Security+ assumes networking knowledge.
How is FigigExams different from Jason Dion Network+ practice exams (Udemy)?
Two practical differences: price ($18 per exam vs $15-30 per practice-exam set for Jason Dion Network+ practice exams (Udemy)) and the Personal Exam Coach - concept-level diagnosis with a follow-up chat that no major competing Network+ practice tool currently offers. Jason Dion Network+ practice exams (Udemy) remains a strong choice if you want the industry-standard item bank.
What does the full Network+ practice exam cost?
$18 per exam. That includes lifetime access to the 90-question mock, full per-question explanations, the Personal Exam Coach analysis, and the follow-up Coach chat.
Will this Network+ practice exam work on my phone?
Yes. The exam UI is fully responsive. All interactive question formats also support tap-to-place on touch devices, so phone and tablet candidates get the same experience as desktop.
Do you offer practice exams for other certifications?
Yes. Browse all FigigExams practice exams for the full list - including CCNA, CompTIA Security+, AWS Solutions Architect Associate, CISSP, PMP, and CompTIA A+ Core 1.
Ready? Start your free Network+ practice exam
Five real CompTIA Network+ N10-009 questions. Instant feedback. About six minutes. No credit card. If the format clicks, the full 90-question mock plus Personal Exam Coach is $18.