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Prepare for Cisco's CCNA Routing and Switching exam-while
gaining practical knowledge of Cisco's Internetworking
technology solutions for on-the-job success-using this
comprehensive, 100% curriculum-based training system. Built
upon the proven training methodology of Global Knowledge
Network, this comprehensive study guide and CD-ROM offers
actual classroom techniques used by more than 150,000 network
professionals for certification each year. It will help you
pass your exam and put you on the road to becoming a highly
valued technical professional.
More Questions-More Content: The Best CCNA Study Program
Available, Featuring:
* Certification Objectives-Brief walk-throughs of topics
found on the exam.
* Certification Exercises-Step-by-step drills modeled
after classroom labs.
* From the Classroom-Discussions of important issues
direct from the classrooms of Global Knowledge Network's
award-winning instructors.
* Certification Summaries-Reviews of main topics from
every chapter.
* Two-Minute Drill-Quick and concise checklists that
summarize a chapter's main points-perfect for last-minute
review!
* Chapter Self Tests-Sample questions to strengthen your
skills and confidence.
* How to Take the Exams-Bonus material featuring key
pointers on how to maximize exam-day success.
The CCNA Cisco Certified Network Associate Routing &
Switching Study Guide covers the topics you need to review
for the CCNA exam including:
* Understanding the Internetworking Model, the OSI Model,
features of Cisco routers, switches, and hubs
* Getting started with Cisco IOS Software including router
basics, user and privileged mode, Cisco discover mode,
configuration commands, sources for Cisco IOS software, IOS
naming conventions, and loading IOS from ROM
* Following the ins and outs of IP Addressing with IP
addresses, subnetting, subnet planning, and complex subnet
planning
* Comprehending TCP/IP Protocol Suite Overview including
ARP, RARP, and ICMP Messages
* Examining IP Routing Protocols overview, including
static routes, link stave and distance vector, and IGRP
* Learning IP Configuration including configuration
commands, default routes, RIP Routing, and IGRP Routing
* Configuring Novell IPX Protocol Stacks, IPX
Encapsulation Types, and SAP and RIP
* Understanding AppleTalk Configuration including
AppleTalk Protocol Stack and AppleTalk Discover Mode
* Doing Basic Traffic Management with Access Lists,
including standard IP Access Lists, IPX Access Lists, and IPX
SAP Filters
* Mastering Wide Area Networking and configuring ISDN,
Frame Relay, and ATM
* Learning about default Virtual Local Area Networking and
configuring a VLAN across a domain
WHY GLOBAL KNOWLEDGE NETWORK?
Accredited by Microsoft, IBM, Cisco, and other computer
industry leaders, Global Knowledge Network trains more than
150,000 network professionals each year in over 30 countries
and 18 languages. Their instructors have joined together to
compile their proven training methodology into the ultimate
CCNA study tool.
The best CCNA study guide CD-ROM available, featuring:
* Over 500 challenging practice exam questions!
* A unique CCNA exam mastery tool that links you directly
to study solutions.
A fully searchable electronic version of the book in HTML.
