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A DevOps primer for network engineers
DevOps is a movement promoting better collaboration between developers and system administrators. In this primer, we explore how it might affect networking pros. Primer
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Interop New York technology trends: Hype or ripe?
Which Interop New York technology trends are ripe and which are hype? Interop New York experts will be discussing, virtualization, converged data center networks, cloud computing, and the all-wireless enterprise, but only some of these technologies w... Slideshow
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What's the value of ITIL foundation certification?
The ITIL foundation certification sets the baseline for understanding the move to an IT service management model. Whether it is required by your organization, for personal resume enhancement, or even to move into another type of IT role, an ITIL cert... Certification Guide
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CCNA quiz: Test your skills from routing configuration to VLANs
In this CCNA quiz, you can test yourself on a number of skills found in the CCNA certification study guide, ranging from Cisco IOS router configuration to setting up VLANs with Cisco switches and monitoring spanning tree protocol operation. Quiz
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2010 predictions: Will Cisco certification changes affect networking?
Cisco certification expert David Minutella explains whether IT networking pros will be affected by upcoming changes this year in this 2010 prediction piece. Slideshow
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2010 predictions: What IT networking trends will advance my career?
This 2010 prediction, from our IT training and certification expert, answers 'What computer networking questions should you ask yourself to advance your career?' in this podcast. Slideshow
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Virtualization certification guide for the networking pro
Virtualization training can be obtained through real-world experience, but networking pros find that virtualization certification programs can help them obtain new skills proactively and can differentiate them as job candidates. Guide
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Career advancement in four steps: Computer networking certification and career advice
Earning a networking certification might be the foot in the door you need to advance your networking career, but it's not the only thing you need. View this tried-and-true career advancement advice from our Career Success Story Contest winner, Meliss... Advice from your peers
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Win Microsoft certification exam vouchers: Career Success Story Contest
We're give away six free Microsoft certification exam vouchers redeemable at an authorized Prometric Testing Center, to those who have a certification career success story to tell, in this SearchNetworking.com contest. contest
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Networking certification guide
This networking certification guide covers the majority of networking-related certifications available to IT professionals. Only credentials likely to be recognized as having value within the networking industry have been selected, which led us to om... Guide
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With CCIE Data Center, can network engineers become data center gurus?
With its new CCIE Data Center certification, Cisco offers training that allows network engineers to work across IT silos. News | 05 Apr 2012
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The answer to the top 5 virtualization problems
Transitioning to a virtualized network can be challenging for network engineers, despite the advantages. Understand these top five virtualization problems and how to handle them. Fast Packet | 22 Dec 2011
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vCloud and VEPA: Neither answer is a winner
vCloud and VEPA fail to address the virtualization networking problem, as both are deemed proprietary and don’t enable networking functions within the vSphere environment. Fast Packet | 22 Dec 2011
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Network technology trends for 2012: The big picture
Forrester Research analyst Andre Kindness shares big picture predictions for network technology trends in 2012: the rise of Huawei and why networkers need software skills News | 22 Dec 2011
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When physical security breaches are the problem
Network engineers are so busy dealing with intrusion prevention and firewalling that they forget about physical security breaches. Blogger Ethan Banks has some advice. Fast Packet | 22 Dec 2011
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Cisco upgrades the Catalyst 6500…but some wonder why
The Cisco Catalyst 6500 upgrade announced this year didn't excite everyone as expected. Blogger Greg Ferro wonders why Cisco didn't stay focused on the Nexus line instead. Fast Packet | 22 Dec 2011
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Need 10 GbE optimization? Hardware is not the solution
10 GbE brings speed, but network latency is still an issue. The answer to 10 GbE optimization can't be found in increasing hardware. Our blogger says it's about the application. Fast Packet | 22 Dec 2011
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Cius vs. the iPad: Why bother comparing?
Cisco launched its Cius tablet this year, which focuses on enterprise apps, desktop virtualization and network management, but one blogger says he'd rather have an iPad. Fast Packet | 22 Dec 2011
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Can Virtual Extensible LAN solve the VLAN problem?
The Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN) protocol could mean the ability to spin off many more VLANs across dispersed data centers. So why does blogger Ivan Pepelnjak take issue? Fast Packet | 22 Dec 2011
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OpenFlow controllers will only take shape if vendors play nice
OpenFlow controllers can result in a new level of granular network management and network virtualization on top of commodity hardware, but vendors will have to step out of the way. Fast Packet | 22 Dec 2011
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Selling network certification: How to talk up your credentials to current and future employers
Network certification has its benefits, but certification alone no longer guarantees employment. In this tip, learn how to justify your credentials' value. Tip
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Certifications for networking professionals
Networking certification is an important part of a networking career, as discussed in this tip on four certifications for networking professionals. Despite ups and downs in the economy, the job market and IT professional confidence levels, certain ce... Tip
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Convincing management to approve your networking project
Network pros must have great technology know-how, coupled with major league pitching abilities. This list of project dos and don'ts can help you over your managers. Tip
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Sharpening your security skills
Unique skills and abilities can make a real difference in your marketability in today's challenging workplace, particularly where security is concerned. Kicking off his series, "Defending your network," expert Michael Gregg provides a list of securit... Tip
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Certifications that will earn you the most money
Ed Tittel takes a look at the five network certifications that earned the most money in 2005. Tip
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Network certification: What's new?
Ed Tittel provides an update on the latest in networking certifications and lists handy resources for finding out more information. Tip
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Networking certification tables
Look-up points for certification programs from vendor and non-vendor organizations (the latter are a mix of training companies and industry associations of various kinds). Tip
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Top ten certification Q&As
These ten quetions and answers represent the some of the best certification advice our career experts have to offer. Tip
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Seven steps to ensure project success
The Value Manager recently had a project fall well below expectations. He reviewed what happened and came up with seven key steps for managing technical risk and one golden rule. Tip
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Vacation? What vacation?
How can you get yourself and your business to the point that you can take a vacation? Or are you doomed to be on the job 24/7, for the rest of your life? Tip
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A network manager job description and responsibilities in action
Get the inside scoop on a network manager's job description, workload, and responsibilities. Answer
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Which are the most valuable networking certifications?
Learn which courses and certifications in IT and networking are the most valuable and applicable according to your future goals within your company and personally, from our expert Tessa Parmenter. Ask the Expert
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How much do the CCIE exams cost?
Learn in depth details about the cost and logistics of how and where to take the two part CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert) exam. Ask the Expert
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After the CCNA, can I pursue CWNA, Cisco's wireless certification?
Get advice on which wireless networking certificate to pursue after completing a CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) course, from our expert David Minutella. Ask the Expert
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Which Q&A brain dump sites will help me prepare for the CCNA exam?
Becoming a Cisco Certified Network Associates (CCNA) takes much more than memorizing brain dumps or taking short cuts to pass the exam. Get advice on the best way to approach CCNA certification from our expert David Minutella. Ask the Expert
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How does CCIE certification help me find a network security job?
Understand how a CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert) security certificate can aid you in pursuing a career in network security from our Cisco certification expert, David Minutella. Ask the Expert
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Is CCNA mandatory for CCIE certification?
Does the Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification require prior Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification? Find out in this expert response. Ask the Expert
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Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) routing test vs. CCNP switching test
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification requires pros to take various tests to demonstrate proficiency. Find out which exams you need from Our network Cisco Certification expert. Ask the Expert
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How can I sign up for SearchNetworking.com contest notifications?
Want to sign up for the latest contests and giveaways to win free books, videos, simulators and more from SearchNetworking.com? Email us at editor@searchnetworking.com. Ask the Expert
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Can CCNP certification secure my IT career during the recession?
The economic recession is no barrier to starting an IT networking career. Professionals can get ahead with Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) certification. Ask the Expert
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Cut your certification costs with advice from Learning@Cisco -- Podcast
After readers wrote in to ask how they could get certified for less, we got Learning@Cisco's Fred Weiller on the phone to explain why certifications are more important than ever, and how you can afford them. (Podcast) Podcast
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Earn more money and further your networking career -- podcast
Learn how to further your networking career in this podcast featuring advice from training and certification expert Ed Tittel. You'll have a better idea of how to earn more money, and you'll learn what area of networking is the hottest right now, as ... Podcast
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With CCIE Data Center, can network engineers become data center gurus?
With its new CCIE Data Center certification, Cisco offers training that allows network engineers to work across IT silos. News
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A network manager job description and responsibilities in action
Get the inside scoop on a network manager's job description, workload, and responsibilities. Answer
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A DevOps primer for network engineers
DevOps is a movement promoting better collaboration between developers and system administrators. In this primer, we explore how it might affect networking pros. Primer
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The answer to the top 5 virtualization problems
Transitioning to a virtualized network can be challenging for network engineers, despite the advantages. Understand these top five virtualization problems and how to handle them. Fast Packet
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vCloud and VEPA: Neither answer is a winner
vCloud and VEPA fail to address the virtualization networking problem, as both are deemed proprietary and don’t enable networking functions within the vSphere environment. Fast Packet
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Network technology trends for 2012: The big picture
Forrester Research analyst Andre Kindness shares big picture predictions for network technology trends in 2012: the rise of Huawei and why networkers need software skills News
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When physical security breaches are the problem
Network engineers are so busy dealing with intrusion prevention and firewalling that they forget about physical security breaches. Blogger Ethan Banks has some advice. Fast Packet
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Cisco upgrades the Catalyst 6500…but some wonder why
The Cisco Catalyst 6500 upgrade announced this year didn't excite everyone as expected. Blogger Greg Ferro wonders why Cisco didn't stay focused on the Nexus line instead. Fast Packet
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Need 10 GbE optimization? Hardware is not the solution
10 GbE brings speed, but network latency is still an issue. The answer to 10 GbE optimization can't be found in increasing hardware. Our blogger says it's about the application. Fast Packet
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Cius vs. the iPad: Why bother comparing?
Cisco launched its Cius tablet this year, which focuses on enterprise apps, desktop virtualization and network management, but one blogger says he'd rather have an iPad. Fast Packet
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Networking career and certification resources to help network administrators and engineers excel in their jobs and advance to the next level. Our most popular content is information on which Cisco certification is most appropriate, and what is covered on each exam.