Introducing Routing And Switching In The Enterprise Ccna Discovery Learning Guide

Author : Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz,Cheryl A. Schmidt
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 1194 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-25
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780132877299

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Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide by Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz,Cheryl A. Schmidt Pdf

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise course in the Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Discovery curriculum version 4. The course, the third of four in the new curriculum, familiarizes you with the equipment applications and protocols installed in enterprise networks, with a focus on switched networks, IP Telephony requirements, and security. It also introduces advanced routing protocols such as Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (EIGRP) and Open Shortest Path First (OSPF) Protocol. Hands-on exercises include configuration, installation, and troubleshooting. The Learning Guide’s features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course: Chapter Objectives—Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter. Key Terms—Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. The Glossary defines each key term. Summary of Activities and Labs—Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated exercises at the end of each chapter. Check Your Understanding—Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer. Challenge Questions and Activities—Apply a deeper understanding of the concepts with these challenging end-of-chapter questions and activities. The answer key explains each answer. Hands-on Labs— Master the practical, hands-on skills of the course by performing all the tasks in the course labs and additional challenge labs included in Part II of the Learning Guide. This book is part of the Cisco Networking Academy Series from Cisco Press®. Books in this series support and complement the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum.

Author : Allan Reid
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Packet switching (Data transmission)
ISBN : 1587132117

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Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise by Allan Reid Pdf

Author : Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz,Cheryl Schmidt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 446 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:551091950

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Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise by Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz,Cheryl Schmidt Pdf

Author : Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz,Cheryl Schmidt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:551091955

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Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise by Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz,Cheryl Schmidt Pdf

Author : Cisco Networking Academy,Cisco Networking Academy Program
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2009-10
Category : Electronic data processing personnel
ISBN : 1587132567

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Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise, Version 4.0 by Cisco Networking Academy,Cisco Networking Academy Program Pdf

The Cisco CCNA Discovery curriculum provides foundational networking knowledge, practical experience, opportunities for career exploration, and soft-skills development to help you prepare for entry-level careers in IT and networking. The curriculum offers a hands-on approach to learning, and uses interactive tools and easy-to-follow labs to help you learn the general theory needed to build networks. While extensive online study resources and comprehensive textbooks are available, many students and instructors have requested a low-cost printed resource that can be used to study in places where Internet access may not be available. This booklet is that resource. Drawn directly from the online curriculum, it covers every skill and competency presented in the CCNA Discovery Introducting Routing and Switching in The Enterprise course. This simple, straightforward booklet gives you new flexibility to study offline, highlight key points, and take handwritten notes. All topics are correlated directly to online web pages, helping you easily switch between offline and online content. Gives CCNA Discovery students an inexpensive study resource that can be read wherever Internet access isn't available Handy printed format lets you easily highlight and make notes Page correlations link to the online curriculum Covers the latest version of CCNA Discover Introducing Routing and Switching in Enterprise

Author : Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 864 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2007-11-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780132877398

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Networking for Home and Small Businesses, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide by Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz Pdf

Networking for Home and Small Businesses CCNA Discovery Learning Guide Allan Reid • Jim Lorenz Networking for Home and Small Businesses, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Networking for Home and Small Businesses course in the Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Discovery curriculum version 4. The course, the first of four in the new curriculum, teaches networking concepts by applying them to a type of network you may encounter in a home or small office. The Learning Guide, written and edited by instructors, is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time. In addition, the book includes expanded coverage of CCENTTM/CCNA exam topics. The book’s features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course: Chapter Objectives–Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter. Key Terms–Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. The Glossary defines each key term. Summary of Activities and Labs–Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated exercises at the end of each chapter. Check Your Understanding–Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer. Challenge Questions and Activities–Apply a deeper understanding of the concepts with these challenging end-of-chapter questions and activities. The answer key explains each answer. Hands-on Labs–Master the practical, hands-on skills of the course by performing all the tasks in the course labs and additional challenge labs included in Part II of the Learning Guide. Allan Reid is the curriculum lead for CCNA and a CCNA and CCNP® instructor at the Centennial College CATC in Toronto, Canada. Jim Lorenz is an instructor and curriculum developer for the Cisco Networking Academy. How To–Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks. Interactive Activities–Reinforce your understanding of topics with more than 50 different exercises from the online course identified through-out the book with this icon. The files for these activities are on the accompanying CD-ROM. Packet Tracer Activities– Explore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout some chapters. The files for these activities are on the accompanying CD-ROM. Packet Tracer v4.1 software developed by Cisco is available separately. Hands-on Labs–Work through all 26 course labs and 3 additional challenge labs included in Part II of the book. The labs are an integral part of the CCNA Discovery curriculum, so you can review the core text and the lab material to prepare for all your exams. Companion CD-ROM **See instructions within the ebook on how to get access to the files from the CD-ROM that accompanies this print book.** The CD-ROM includes Interactive Activities Packet Tracer Activity files IT Career Information Taking Notes Lifelong Learning OSI Model Overview This book is part of the Cisco Networking Academy Series from Cisco Press®. Books in this series support and complement the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum.

Author : Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 1065 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2008-04-28
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780132877350

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Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide by Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz Pdf

Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP CCNA Discovery Learning Guide Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP course in the Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Discovery curriculum version 4.1. The course, the second of four in the new curriculum, teaches networking concepts by applying them to a type of network you might encounter on the job in a small-to-medium business or ISP. After successfully completing the first two courses in the CCNA Discovery curriculum, you can choose to complete the CCENT® (Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician) certification exam, which would certify that you have developed the practical skills required for entry-level networking support positions and have an aptitude and competence for working with Cisco routers, switches, and Cisco IOS® Software. The Learning Guide, written and edited by instructors, is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time. In addition, the book includes expanded coverage of CCENT/CCNA exam topics. The book’s features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course: Chapter Objectives—Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter. Key Terms—Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. The Glossary defines each key term. Summary of Activities and Labs—Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated exercises at the end of each chapter. Check Your Understanding—Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer. Challenge Questions and Activities—Apply a deeper understanding of the concepts with these challenging end-of-chapter questions and activities. The answer key explains each answer. Hands-on Labs—Master the practical, hands-on skills of the course by performing all the tasks in the course labs and additional challenge labs included in Part II of the Learning Guide. Allan Reid is the curriculum lead for CCNA and a CCNA and CCNP® instructor at the Centennial College CATC in Toronto, Canada. Jim Lorenz is an instructor and curriculum developer for the Cisco Networking Academy. How To—Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks. Interactive Activities—Reinforce your understanding of topics with more than 30 different exercises from the online course identified through-out the book with this icon. The files for these activities are on the accompanying CD-ROM. Packet Tracer Activities— Explore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout most chapters. The files for these activities are on the accompanying CD-ROM. Packet Tracer v4.1 software developed by Cisco is available separately. Hands-on Labs—Master the practical, hands-on skills of the course by working through all 42 course labs and 3 additional labs included in this book. The labs are an integral part of the CCNA Discovery curriculum; review the core text and the lab material to prepare for all your exams. Companion CD-ROM **See instructions within the ebook on how to get access to the files from the CD-ROM that accompanies this print book.** The CD-ROM includes Interactive Activities Packet Tracer Activity Files CCENT Study Guides IT Career Information Taking Notes Lifelong Learning

Author : Cisco Networking Academy
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 850 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780133476200

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Routing and Switching Essentials Companion Guide by Cisco Networking Academy Pdf

Routing and Switching Essentials Companion Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Routing and Switching Essentials course in the Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Routing and Switching curriculum. This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. You learn how to configure a router and a switch for basic functionality. By the end of this course, you will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and switches and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, single-area and multi-area OSPF, virtual LANs, and inter-VLAN routing in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. The Companion Guide is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time. The book’s features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course: Chapter objectives–Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter. Key terms–Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. Glossary–Consult the comprehensive Glossary with more than 200 terms. Summary of Activities and Labs–Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated practice exercises at the end of each chapter. Check Your Understanding–Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer. Related Title: Routing and Switching Essentials Lab Manual How To–Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks. Interactive Activities–Reinforce your understanding of topics by doing all the exercises from the online course identified throughout the book with this icon. Videos–Watch the videos embedded within the online course. Packet Tracer Activities–Explore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout the chapters. Hands-on Labs–Work through all the course labs and additional Class Activities that are included in the course and published in the separate Lab Manual.

Author : Kenneth Stewart,Aubrey Adams,Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 1055 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2008-04-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780132877251

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Designing and Supporting Computer Networks, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide by Kenneth Stewart,Aubrey Adams,Allan Reid,Jim Lorenz Pdf

Designing and Supporting Computer Networks, CCNA Discovery Learning Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Designing and Supporting Computer Networks course in the Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Discovery curriculum version 4. In this course, the last of four in the new curriculum, you progress through a variety of case studies and role-playing exercises, which include gathering requirements, designing basic networks, establishing proof-of-concept, and performing project management tasks. In addition, within the context of a pre-sales support position, you learn lifecycle services, including upgrades, competitive analyses, and system integration. The Learning Guide, written and edited by instructors, is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time. The Learning Guide’s features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course: Chapter Objectives—Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter. Key Terms—Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. The Glossary defines each key term. Summary of Activities and Labs—Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated exercises at the end of each chapter. Check Your Understanding—Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer. Challenge Questions and Activities—Apply a deeper understanding of the concepts with these challenging end-of-chapter questions and activities. The answer key explains each answer. Hands-on Labs—Master the practical, hands-on skills of the course by performing all the tasks in the course labs included in Part II of the Learning Guide. Portfolio Documents—Develop a professional network design portfolio as you work through real-life case studies. All the course portfolio documents and support materials are provided for you in this Learning Guide and on the CD-ROM. How To—Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks. Interactive Activities—Reinforce your understanding of topics with exercises from the online course identified throughout the book with this icon. The files for these activities are on the accompanying CD-ROM. Packet Tracer Activities—Explore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout some chapters. The files for these activities are on the accompanying CD-ROM. Packet Tracer v4.1 software developed by Cisco is available separately. Hands-on Labs—Master the practical, hands-on skills of the course by working through all 71 labs in this course included in Part II of the book. The labs are an integral part of the CCNA Discovery curriculum—review the core text and the lab material to prepare for all your exams. Companion CD-ROM **See instructions within the ebook on how to get access to the files from the CD-ROM that accompanies this print book.** The CD-ROM includes Interactive Activities Packet Tracer Activity files All Portfolio documents IT Career Information Taking Notes Lifelong Learning This book is part of the Cisco Networking Academy Series from Cisco Press®. Books in this series support and complement the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum.

Author : Richard Froom,Balaji Sivasubramanian,Erum Frahim
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2010-06-21
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781587141652

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Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH) Foundation Learning Guide by Richard Froom,Balaji Sivasubramanian,Erum Frahim Pdf

Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH) Foundation Learning Guide: Foundation learning for SWITCH 642-813 Richard Froom, CCIE No. 5102 Balaji Sivasubramanian Erum Frahim, CCIE No. 7549 Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH) Foundation Learning Guide is a Cisco® authorized learning tool for CCNP® and CCDP® preparation. As part of the Cisco Press foundation learning series, this book covers how to plan, configure, and verify the implementation of complex enterprise switching solutions using the Cisco Campus Enterprise Architecture. The Foundation Learning Guide also covers secure integration of VLANs, WLANs, voice, and video into campus networks. Each chapter opens with the list of topics covered to clearly identify the focus of that chapter. At the end of each chapter, a summary and review questions provide you with an opportunity to assess and reinforce your understanding of the material. Throughout the book detailed explanations with commands, configurations, and diagrams serve to illuminate theoretical concepts. Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH) Foundation Learning Guide is ideal for certification candidates who are seeking a tool to learn all the topics covered in the SWITCH 642-813 exam. - Serves as the official book for the Cisco Networking Academy CCNP SWITCH course - Provides a thorough presentation of the fundamentals of multilayer switched network design - Explains the implementation of the design features such as VLAN, Spanning Tree, and inter-VLAN routing in the multilayer switched environment - Explains how to implement high-availability technologies and techniques - Covers security features in a switched network - Presents self-assessment review questions, chapter topics, summaries, command syntax explanations, network diagrams, and configuration examples to facilitate effective studying This book is in the Foundation Learning Guide Series. These guides are developed together with Cisco® as the only authorized, self-paced learning tools that help networking professionals build their understanding of networking concepts and prepare for Cisco certification exams.

Author : Diane Teare,Bob Vachon,Rick Graziani
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 765 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-12-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780133965865

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Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE) Foundation Learning Guide by Diane Teare,Bob Vachon,Rick Graziani Pdf

Now updated for Cisco’s new ROUTE 300-101 exam, Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE) Foundation Learning Guide is your Cisco® authorized learning tool for CCNP® or CCDP® preparation. Part of the Cisco Press Foundation Learning Series, it teaches you how to plan, configure, maintain, and scale a modern routed network. Focusing on Cisco routers connected in LANs and WANs at medium-to-large network sites, the authors show how to select and implement Cisco IOS services for building scalable, routed networks. They examine basic network and routing protocol principles in detail; introduce both IPv4 and IPv6; fully review EIGRP, OSPF, and BGP; explore enterprise Internet connectivity; cover routing updates and path control; and present today’s router security best practices. Each chapter opens with a list of topics that clearly identifies its focus. Each chapter ends with a summary of key concepts for quick study, as well as review questions to assess and reinforce your understanding. Throughout, configuration and verification output examples illustrate critical issues in network operation and troubleshooting. This guide is ideal for all certification candidates who want to master all the topics covered on the ROUTE 300-101 exam. Serves as the official book for the newest version of the Cisco Networking Academy CCNP ROUTE course Includes all the content from the newest Learning@Cisco ROUTE course and information on each of the ROUTE exam topics Compares basic routing protocol features and limitations Examines RIPv2 and RIPng Covers EIGRP operation and implementation for both IPv4 and IPv6 Explores OSPFv2 implementation, and OSPFv3 for both IPv4 and IPv6 Discusses network performance optimization via routing updates Introduces path control with Cisco Express Forwarding (CEF) switching, policy-based routing (PBR), and service level agreements (SLAs) Addresses enterprise Internet connectivity via single or redundant ISP connections Explains BGP terminology, concepts, operation, configuration, verification, and troubleshooting Covers securing the management plane of Cisco routers using authentication and other recommended practices Presents self-assessment review questions, chapter objectives, and summaries to facilitate effective studying

Author : Cisco Networking Academy
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 789 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2014-02-03
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780133476309

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Routing Protocols Companion Guide by Cisco Networking Academy Pdf

Routing Protocols Companion Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Routing Protocols course in the Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Routing and Switching curriculum. This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers, and explains the principles of routing and routing protocols. You learn how to configure a router for basic and advanced functionality. By the end of this course, you will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. The Companion Guide is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time. The book’s features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course: Chapter objectives–Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter. Key terms–Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. Glossary–Consult the comprehensive Glossary with more than 150 terms. Summary of Activities and Labs–Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated practice exercises at the end of each chapter. Check Your Understanding–Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer. How To–Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks. Interactive Activities–Reinforce your understanding of topics by doing all the exercises from the online course identified throughout the book with this icon. Videos–Watch the videos embedded within the online course. Packet Tracer Activities–Explore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout the chapters. Hands-on Labs–Work through all the course labs and Class Activities that are included in the course and published in the separate Lab Manual.

Author : Richard Froom,Erum Frahim
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 911 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2015-04-20
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780133964103

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Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH) Foundation Learning Guide by Richard Froom,Erum Frahim Pdf

Now fully updated for the new Cisco SWITCH 300-115 exam, Implementing Cisco IP Switched Networks (SWITCH) Foundation Learning Guide is your Cisco® authorized learning tool for CCNP® or CCDP® preparation. Part of the Cisco Press Foundation Learning Series, it teaches you how to plan, configure, verify, secure, and maintain complex enterprise switching solutions using Cisco Catalyst® switches and Enterprise Campus Architecture. The authors show you how to build scalable multilayer switched networks, create and deploy global intranets, and perform basic troubleshooting in environments using Cisco multilayer switches for client hosts and services. They begin by reviewing basic switching concepts, network design, and campus network architecture. Next, they present in-depth coverage of spanning-tree, inter-VLAN routing, first-hop redundancy, network management, advanced switch features, high availability, and campus network security. Each chapter opens with a list of topics that clearly identify its focus. Each chapter ends with a summary of key concepts for quick study, as well as review questions to assess and reinforce your understanding. Throughout, configuration examples, and sample verification outputs illustrate critical issues in network operation and troubleshooting. This guide is ideal for all certification candidates who want to master all the topics covered on the SWITCH 300-115 exam. Serves as the official textbook for version 7 of the Cisco Networking Academy CCNP SWITCH course Covers basic switching terminology and concepts, and the unique features of Cisco Catalyst switch designs Reviews campus network design, including network structure, roles of Cisco Catalyst switches, and differences between Layer 2 and multilayer switches Introduces VLANs, VTP, Trunking, and port-channeling Explains Spanning Tree Protocol configuration Presents concepts and modern best practices for interVLAN routing Covers first-hop redundancy protocols used by Cisco Catalyst switches Outlines a holistic approach to network management and Cisco Catalyst device security with AAA, NTP, 802.1x, and SNMP Describes how to use advanced features to improve campus network resiliency and availability Shows how to establish switch physical redundancy using Stackwise, VSS, or redundant supervisors Explains advanced security features

Author : Diane Teare
Publisher : Pearson Education
Page : 1066 pages
File Size : 52,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781587058820

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Implementing Cisco IP Routing (ROUTE) Foundation Learning Guide by Diane Teare Pdf

CCNP Authorized Self-Study Guide Library, contains three books that cover the three new required exams for CCNP certification: ROUTE, SWITCH, and TSHOOT. These three books are the only Cisco authorized, self-paced foundational learning tools designed to help network professionals prepare for the brand new CCNP exams from Cisco. They cover all CCNP exam objectives.

Author : Cisco Networking Academy
Publisher : Cisco Press
Page : 1255 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2020-07-13
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780136729488

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Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Companion Guide (CCNAv7) by Cisco Networking Academy Pdf

Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Companion Guide (CCNAv7) is the official supplemental textbook for the Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials course in the Cisco Networking Academy CCNA curriculum. This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a small network. The Companion Guide is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time. The book's features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course: * Chapter objectives: Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter. * Key terms: Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. * Glossary: Consult the comprehensive Glossary with more than 300 terms. * Summary of Activities and Labs: Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated practice exercises at the end of each chapter. * Check Your Understanding: Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer. How To: Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks. Interactive Activities: Reinforce your understanding of topics with dozens of exercises from the online course identified throughout the book with this icon. Videos: Watch the videos embedded within the online course. Packet Tracer Activities: Explore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout the chapters and provided in the accompanying Labs & Study Guide book. Hands-on Labs: Work through all the course labs and additional Class Activities that are included in the course and published in the separate Labs & Study Guide. This book is offered exclusively for students enrolled in Cisco Networking Academy courses. It is not designed for independent study or professional certification preparation. Visit netacad.com to learn more about program options and requirements. Related titles: CCNA 200-301 Portable Command Guide Book: 9780135937822 eBook: 9780135937709 31 Days Before Your CCNA Exam Book: 9780135964088 eBook: 9780135964231 CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 1 Book: 9780135792735 Premium Edition: 9780135792728 CCNA 200-301 Official Cert Guide, Volume 2 Book: 9781587147135 Premium Edition: 9780135262719