Nothing's more central to the Internet than the TCP/IP protocol stack, so internetworking engineers need to know--or have access to--as much information about it as possible. That's the function of Routing TCP/IP, Volume II, an encyclopedic reference that covers pretty much every aspect of TCP/IP internetworking in deep, practical detail. This is one of the books that working experts should always have at hand, and one of the best choices for people studying for the higher-level Cisco certification examinations, especially the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) laboratory protocols. Jeff Doyle and Jennifer Carroll, both CCIEs, share their background knowledge and practical wisdom in nearly 1,000 information-dense, hardbound pages.

This book works well on a lot of levels, but its careful integration of explanations (statements of applicability and references to standards documents), case studies (usually illustrated with network diagrams), configuration details (input/output listings from Cisco routers), and practical advice (a note on why network address translation isn't much of a barrier against attackers) is key to its success. The illustrators worked overtime, as well, to link Internetwork Operating System (IOS) listings with network diagrams and thereby more effectively illustrate routing behaviors. An excellent index and troubleshooting exercises similar to those on the CCIE practical exam round out this package. --David Wall

Topics covered: How TCP/IP routing works, and how to configure the routing effects you want on Cisco routing equipment. Emphasis falls on Exterior Gateway Protocol (EGP), Border Gateway Protocol 4 (BGP-4), IP multicasting, IPv6, and network address translation (NAT).


Book Description

A detailed examination of exterior routing protocols and advanced IP routing issues

Routing TCP/IP, Volume II, enables you to:
Master the operational components, configuration, and troubleshooting of BGP-4-the de facto interdomain routing protocolUnderstand the operation, configuration, and troubleshooting of NATLearn how to deploy, configure, and troubleshoot IP multicast routing through an array of case studies and exercisesFamiliarize yourself with the design goals and current state of IPv6, the new generation of the IP protocolImplement router management through a diverse range of expert-tested methodsTest and validate your knowledge with practical, comprehensive review questions, configuration exercises, and troubleshooting exercisesFurther your CCIE preparation while mastering advanced TCP/IP concepts

The complexities of exterior gateway protocols, including TCP connections, message states, path attributes, interior routing protocol interoperation, and setting up neighbor connections, require a comprehensive understanding of router operations in order to manage network growth. Routing TCP/IP, Volume II, provides you with the expertise necessary to understand and implement Border Gateway Protocol Version 4 (BGP-4), multicast routing, Network Address Translation (NAT), IPv6, and effective router management techniques. Jeff Doyle's practical approach, easy-to-read format, and comprehensive topic coverage make this book an instant classic and a must-have addition to any network professional's library.

Routing TCP/IP, Volume II, expands upon the central theme of Volume I: scalability and management of network growth. Volume II moves beyond the interior gateway protocols covered in Volume I to examine both inter-autonomous system routing and more exotic routing issues such as multicasting and IPv6. This second volume follows the same informational structure used effectively in Volume I: discussing the topic fundamentals, following up with a series of configuration examples designed to show the concept in a real-world environment, and relying on tested troubleshooting measures to resolve any problems that might arise. This book helps you accomplish more than earning the highly valued CCIE number after your name; it also helps you develop the knowledge and skills that are essential to perform your job at an expert level. Whether you are pursuing CCIE certification, need to review for your CCIE recertification exam, or are just looking for expert-level advice on advanced routing issues, Routing TCP/IP, Volume II, helps you understand foundation concepts and apply best practice techniques for effective network growth and management.


Book Info
Offers a detailed examination of exterior routing protocols and routing issues involved with routing TCP/IP on Cisco systems. Includes features that help readers test and validate their knowledge, such as review questions, troubleshooting exercises, and configuration exercises. Expands on the theme of the previous volume: scalability and management of network growth.


From the Back Cover
A detailed examination of exterior routing protocols and advanced IP routing issuesRouting TCP/IP, Volume II, enables you to:* Master the operational components, configuration, and troubleshooting of BGP-4-the de facto interdomain routing protocol* Understand the operation, configuration, and troubleshooting of NAT* Learn how to deploy, configure, and troubleshoot IP multicast routing through an array of case studies and exercises* Familiarize yourself with the design goals and current state of IPv6, the new generation of the IP protocol* Implement router management through a diverse range of expert-tested methods* Test and validate your knowledge with practical, comprehensive review questions, configuration exercises, and troubleshooting exercises* Further your CCIE preparation while mastering advanced TCP/IP conceptsThe complexities of exterior gateway protocols, including TCP connections, message states, path attributes, interior routing protocol interoperation, and setting up neighbor connections, require a comprehensive understanding of router operations in order to manage network growth. Routing TCP/IP, Volume II, provides you with the expertise necessary to understand and implement Border Gateway Protocol Version 4 (BGP-4), multicast routing, Network Address Translation (NAT), IPv6, and effective router management techniques. Jeff Doyle's practical approach, easy-to-read format, and comprehensive topic coverage make this book an instant classic and a must-have addition to any network professional's library.Routing TCP/IP, Volume II, expands upon the central theme of Volume I: scalability and management of network growth. Volume II moves beyond the interior gateway protocols covered in Volume I to examine both inter-autonomous system routing and more exotic routing issues such as multicasting and IPv6. This second volume follows the same informational structure used effectively in Volume I: discussing the topic fundamentals, following up with a series of configuration examples designed to show the concept in a real-world environment, and relying on tested troubleshooting measures to resolve any problems that might arise. This book helps you accomplish more than earning the highly valued CCIE number after your name; it also helps you develop the knowledge and skills that are essential to perform your job at an expert level. Whether you are pursuing CCIE certification, need to review for your CCIE recertification exam, or are just looking for expert-level advice on advanced routing issues, Routing TCP/IP, Volume II, helps you understand foundation concepts and apply best practice techniques for effective network growth and management.


About the Author
Jeff Doyle, CCIE No. 1919, is a professional services consultant with Juniper Networks, Inc., in Denver, Colorado. Specializing in IP routing protocols and MPLS traffic engineering, Jeff has helped design and implement large-scale Internet service provider networks throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Jennifer DeHaven Carroll, CCIE No. 1402, is a principal consultant with Lucent Technologies. She has planned, designed, and implemented many large networks over the past 13 years as well as developed and taught classes on theory and Cisco implementation of all IP routing protocols.

ANNOTATION

This massive in-depth reference details the Cisco implementation of the interior routing protocols. It provides an excellent study guide for the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) examination. This is the first of two volumes to focus on TCP/IP routing issues. Volume Two is a forthcoming publication, CCIE Professional Development : Routing TCP/IP Volume II. To derive the most benefit from this publication, you should be familiar with network protocols, design and administration. Knowing the fundamentals of Cisco hardware and the Cisco Internetwork Operating System (IOS) won't hurt either.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

CCIE Preparation Guide: Routing TCP/IP will take the reader from a basic understanding of routers and routing protocols through a detailed examination of each of the IP routing protocols. Techniques for designing networks which efficiently utilize and integrate these protocols will be discussed in great detail. The goals of the book are to: (1) provide a deep understanding of IP routing protocols; (2) teach the reader how to implement these protocols using Cisco routers; and (3) contribute to a course of study offered by Cisco Press which will help the reader to become a CCIE.A core textbook for CCIE preparation endorsed by Cisco Systems, Inc.!Packed with lessons on configuration and troubleshooting of Cisco routers, which would normally cost thousands of dollars to learn in the classroom.An approachable presentation of the protocols, containing plentiful real-world configuration examples and case studies for CCIE application.

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