Book Description

The only authorized textbook for the Cisco Networking Academy Program

This newly revised and expanded edition maps to the current version of the web-based curriculum and contains many advancements and learning aids, including the following:
Additional chapters, not found in the web-based curriculum, include remote access technologies, virtual private networks (VPNs), and developing network security and network management strategiesCompanion CD-ROM contains exclusive enrichment materials such as interactive e-Lab activities, animations, and CCNA preparation questions that prepare you for the practical portion of the CCNA examChapter objectives provide references to the concepts covered in each chapterReview questions at the end of each chapter help track your progress and focus your studyNew Command Summary adds to your understanding of commands used to configure Cisco routers and references the chapters in which each command appearsMaterial covered in this book helps you prepare for the CCNA exam

Cisco Networking Academy Program Second-Year Companion Guide, Second Edition, is the Cisco-approved textbook for Semesters 3 and 4 of the Cisco Networking Academy(tm) Program CCNA(r) curriculum. This Companion Guide supports and reinforces the web-based curriculum for the Cisco Networking Academy Program while extending your knowledge of additional topics pertaining to CCNA certification. This textbook introduces you to the design, configuration, and maintenance of switches, local-area networks (LANs), and virtual local-area networks (VLANs). You also gain critical hands-on experience by working with class members to network a fictional school district through the Threaded Case Study, called the Washington Project.

Cisco Press is a collaboration between Cisco Systems, Inc., and Pearson Education that is charged with developing high-quality, cutting-edge educational and reference products for the networking industry. The products in the Cisco Networking Academy Program Series are designed to prepare students for careers in the exciting networking field. These products have proven to be strong supplements to the web-based curriculum and are the only print companions that have been reviewed and endorsed by Cisco Systems for Cisco Networking Academy Program use.Companion CD-ROMThis companion CD-ROM contains interactive e-Lab activities, CCNA preparation questions, and animations that reinforce book topics and the overall learning experience.


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From the Back Cover
The only authorized textbook for the Cisco Networking Academy ProgramThis newly revised and expanded edition maps to the current version of the web-based curriculum and contains many advancements and learning aids, including the following: * Additional chapters, not found in the web-based curriculum, include remote access technologies, virtual private networks (VPNs), and developing network security and network management strategies* Companion CD-ROM contains exclusive enrichment materials such as interactive e-Lab activities, animations, and CCNA preparation questions that prepare you for the practical portion of the CCNA exam* Chapter objectives provide references to the concepts covered in each chapter* Review questions at the end of each chapter help track your progress and focus your study* New Command Summary adds to your understanding of commands used to configure Cisco routers and references the chapters in which each command appears* Material covered in this book helps you prepare for the CCNA examCisco Networking Academy Program Second-Year Companion Guide, Second Edition, is the Cisco-approved textbook for Semesters 3 and 4 of the Cisco Networking Academy(tm) Program CCNA(r) curriculum. This Companion Guide supports and reinforces the web-based curriculum for the Cisco Networking Academy Program while extending your knowledge of additional topics pertaining to CCNA certification. This textbook introduces you to the design, configuration, and maintenance of switches, local-area networks (LANs), and virtual local-area networks (VLANs). You also gain critical hands-on experience by working with class members to network a fictional school district through the Threaded Case Study, called the Washington Project. Cisco Press is a collaboration between Cisco Systems, Inc., and Pearson Education that is charged with developing high-quality, cutting-edge educational and reference products for the networking industry. The products in the Cisco Networking Academy Program Series are designed to prepare students for careers in the exciting networking field. These products have proven to be strong supplements to the web-based curriculum and are the only print companions that have been reviewed and endorsed by Cisco Systems for Cisco Networking Academy Program use.Companion CD-ROMThis companion CD-ROM contains interactive e-Lab activities, CCNA preparation questions, and animations that reinforce book topics and the overall learning experience.


About the Author

Vito Amato is the Information Technology Director at the Arizona Department of Education, where he is designing and building a state-wide network for the transmission of educational data over the World Wide Web. Vito has been involved in the planning and implementation of the Cisco Systems Networking Academy curriculum.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Cisco Networking Academy Program: Second Year Companion Guide, Second Edition is the revised and improve text companion to the third and fourth semesters of Cisco Networking Academy Program classes. This bestseller, supports and reinforces the on-line learning for the Academy, along with topics pertaining to CCNA certification. The second year of the curriculum deals with the practical application of networking concepts the book will include the following:Learning objectives that the readers will know after completing each chapterLabs that provide students with an active learning experience of network design and developmentThreaded Case studies that present students with the experience of network developers. These studies will run throughout the book and increase in difficulty, as the case study becomes more involved.Developed with and approved by Cisco Systems, Cisco Networking Academy Program: Second Year Companion Guide, Second Edition will provide information and presentation unmatchable by any other publisher.

SYNOPSIS

Cisco Networking Academy Program: Second-Year Companion Guide, Second Edition is the Cisco-approved textbook for the third and fourth semesters of the Cisco Networking Academy Program. This book supports and reinforces the Web-based training materials for the Cisco Networking Academy Program, while reinforcing concepts pertaining to CCNA certification.

This textbook introduces you to the design, configuration, and maintenance of switches, local-area networks (LANs), and virtual local-area networks (VLANs). You also gain critical hands-on experience by working with class members to network a fictional school district through the Threaded Case Study, or Wasington Project.

The Cisco Press products have proven to be strong supplements to the Web-based curriculum and are the only print companions that have been reviewed and endorsed by Cisco Systems for Cisco Networking Academy Program use.

Features and Benefits: Maps to Web-Based Curriculum: All print products map to the most current version of the Web-based curriculum

Integrated Learning: Increased integration of all print products for more effective learning across print resources

Exclusive Content: Additional chapters, not found in the Web-based curriculum, include remote access technologies, virtual private networks (VPNs), and developing network security and network management strategies

Expanded CD-ROM: Companion CD-ROM contains exclusive enrichment materials such as interactive e-Lab activities, animations, and CCNA preparation questions that prepare you for the practical portion of the CCNA exam

Cisco-Approved Study Materials: Cisco Press is the only publisher endorsed and recommended by Cisco Systems