CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide - Hardcover

Todd Lammle

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0782123813 ISBN 13: 9780782123814

Publisher: Sybex Inc, 1998

Synopsis

The Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) is the first step to the hottest certification in the internetworking industry. This CCNA study guide maps to Cisco's CCNA training path and provides full coverage of crucial exam topics, including review sections and hundreds of practice questions. The CD contains test-preparation software and informational resources.

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Review

An impressive offering, CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide does a terrific job of making networking basics approachable. Though written for those already familiar with technology, it nonetheless manages to clearly explain what makes networks work without undercutting their inherent complexity. Authors Lammle and Chellis set the stage by going through such fundamentals as local area network (LAN) devices, the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, and various data transport protocols. From there, the book delves into such topics as network congestion--what causes it and what to do about it--Internet protocol (IP) addressing and subnetting, interior routing protocols, and basic routing configuration.

As is characteristic of any quality study guide, each chapter ends with a summary followed by a mountain of review questions, which are good practice for the written CCNA exam. Answers are listed in one of the six appendices, which also cover AppleTalk and related Request for Comments (RFCs). In addition, this book contains a fantastic 116-page glossary--again, a terrific feature for networking newcomers. --Sarah L. Roberts-Witt

From the Back Cover

Here's the book you need to prepare for Cisco's new CCNA exam, 640-607. Written by a Cisco internetworking expert who knows exactly what it takes to pass the test, this Study Guide provides:

Assessment testing to focus and direct your studies In-depth coverage of official exam objectives Configuration practice with a Router Fundamentals Simulator Hundreds of challenging practice questions, in the book and on the CD

Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Understanding the OSI Reference Model Using Cisco IOS commands Adding RIP and IGRP routing protocols Working with TCP/IP Configuring Frame Relay, LMIs, maps, and subinterfaces Understanding WAN configurations and services Configuring and verifying IP addresses Working with ISDN protocols, function groups, reference points, and channels Controlling router passwords Creating and managing standard and extended access lists Logging into a router Backing up and loading a Cisco IOS software image

Featured on the CD The enclosed CD is packed with vital preparation tools and materials, beginning with the Sybex EdgeTest testing engine for the new CCNA exam, 640-607. To help you prepare for Cisco's simulation questions, we've included the Router Fundamentals Simulator, complete with hands-on labs. You'll also find an advanced testing engine loaded with hundreds of practice questions, sample simulation questions, and five bonus exams--it lets you test yourself chapter by chapter or according to objectives. Finally, we've added electronic flashcards for your PC, Pocket PCs, and Palm handhelds, as well as an electronic version of the entire book.

Edition details

• Publisher: Sybex Inc
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0782123813
• ISBN 13: 9780782123814
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 752