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IT content and vendor engagement evaluation survey
When IT professionals, such as you, have an IT project at their organization, there is a need to research multiple pieces of content from a variety of sources including vendors, third-parties and experts. This survey will allow TechTarget to identify... Survey
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Cisco's revised CCNA certification exams change up the networking mix
Cisco's streamlined CCNA certification exam changes what network admins need to know before getting specialty certifications. Find out why. Q&A
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VoIP certification guide
Our VoIP certification guide's resources will advance your UC career. Check out these tutorials for help in choosing the appropriate certifications. Guide
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SDN jobs: Skills network engineers should focus on
As SDN evolves, it'll be critical for networking pros to understand it. Find out which skills SDN jobs will require. Feature
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VoIP quiz: Test your knowledge of VoIP fundamentals
Do you want to test your knowledge of VoIP fundamentals? Take this VoIP quiz and see what areas of voice elude you. Quiz
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Expert answers to your voice certification questions
This guide gives expert advice on how to pursue voice certifications that complement your career and help you learn about your company's equipment. FAQ
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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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F5 training effort with University of Phoenix to boost ADC skills
F5 Networks and the University of Phoenix team up for vendor-neutral application delivery controller training. News | 03 Jul 2013
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Networking blogs: CCIE exam advice, integrating the overlay network
In this week's blog roundup, get CCIE exam study tips, find out how CISOs can keep control of IT, and learn more about integrating overlay networking. Fast Packet | 27 Jun 2013
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Dell Active Fabric: Converged fabric that's easy to deploy and manage
With Active Fabric, Dell delivers a converged fabric for data centers where server and storage admins call the shots. News | 24 Apr 2013
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CCNA changes: Realigning the entry-level Cisco certification
Cisco made changes to its CCNA program to help admins become voice, wireless and security specialists faster. News | 26 Mar 2013
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Networking blog roundup: Peek at VMware-Nicira network virtualization
In this networking blog roundup bloggers discuss VMware-Nicira network virtualization, the impact of the Open Compute project and their hopes for VDI. Fast packet | 04 Feb 2013
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Networking blog roundup: SDN startups to watch; Cisco CLI tips
One blogger In this networking blog roundup lists SDN startups, another gives IOS CLI tips and one demands that Cisco improve the CCIE portal login. Fast packet | 24 Jan 2013
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It'll take a channel to drive SDN sales
Software-defined networking is great in theory, but now it's time to take products to the streets. SDN sales will be driven by a strong channel. Fast Packet | 13 Dec 2012
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Network engineer jobs: Satisfaction comes from challenge, not money
Network engineer job satisfaction is driven more by intellectual challenge than big money, according to TechTarget's IT Salary Survey 2012. News | 07 Dec 2012
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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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If you need systems training, don't wait for others to provide it
Enterprises are no longer investing in IT or systems training. Smart IT professionals will take it upon themselves to get the training they need. Opinion
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Top 5 skills SDN vendors will be looking for
One of SDN's pioneers, Nick McKeown, offers his advice about the top skills for a job in software-defined networking. Feature
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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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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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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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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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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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MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate)
MCSA (Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate) is a certification program intended for people who seek entry-level jobs in an IT (information technology) environment. MCSA is a prerequisite for more advanced Microsoft certifications. Definition
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Learning Path: Network and Web Site Administration
NETWORK AND WEB SITE ADMINISTRATION....network operations center (NOC) - internetworking - firewall - proxy server - DMZ - NAT - EGP - BGP - peering - colocation - IGP - DHCP - network operating system - Novell Directory Services (NDS) - nslookup - N... Definition
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Cisco Information Security Specialist (CISS)
Cisco Information Security Specialist (CISS) is an entry-level certification attesting that the holder has demonstrated the foundational knowledge and skills required to install and support a Cisco Self-Defending Network... (Continued) Definition
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Infranet Initiative
The Infranet Initiative is a collaborative effort to develop a high-performance universal public network that would serve as a supplement to the Internet for businesses and other high-demand users. Definition
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Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE)
Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) is what Cisco describes as its "premium networking certification. Definition
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ACTA (America's Carriers Telecommunications Association)
ACTA (America's Carriers Telecommunications Association) is a lobbying organization for over 165 small long-distance telephone carrier companies. Definition
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ITU-T (Telecommunication Standardization Sector of the International Telecommunications Union)
The ITU-T (for Telecommunication Standardization Sector of the International Telecommunications Union) is the primary international body for fostering cooperative standards for telecommunications equipment and systems. Definition
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set-top box
A set-top box is a device that enables a television set to become a user interface to the Internet and also enables a television set to receive and decode digital television (DTV) broadcasts. Definition
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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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F5 training effort with University of Phoenix to boost ADC skills
F5 Networks and the University of Phoenix team up for vendor-neutral application delivery controller training. News
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IT content and vendor engagement evaluation survey
When IT professionals, such as you, have an IT project at their organization, there is a need to research multiple pieces of content from a variety of sources including vendors, third-parties and experts. This survey will allow TechTarget to identify... Survey
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Networking blogs: CCIE exam advice, integrating the overlay network
In this week's blog roundup, get CCIE exam study tips, find out how CISOs can keep control of IT, and learn more about integrating overlay networking. Fast Packet
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If you need systems training, don't wait for others to provide it
Enterprises are no longer investing in IT or systems training. Smart IT professionals will take it upon themselves to get the training they need. Opinion
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Dell Active Fabric: Converged fabric that's easy to deploy and manage
With Active Fabric, Dell delivers a converged fabric for data centers where server and storage admins call the shots. News
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Cisco's revised CCNA certification exams change up the networking mix
Cisco's streamlined CCNA certification exam changes what network admins need to know before getting specialty certifications. Find out why. Q&A
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CCNA changes: Realigning the entry-level Cisco certification
Cisco made changes to its CCNA program to help admins become voice, wireless and security specialists faster. News
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Networking blog roundup: Peek at VMware-Nicira network virtualization
In this networking blog roundup bloggers discuss VMware-Nicira network virtualization, the impact of the Open Compute project and their hopes for VDI. Fast packet
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Networking blog roundup: SDN startups to watch; Cisco CLI tips
One blogger In this networking blog roundup lists SDN startups, another gives IOS CLI tips and one demands that Cisco improve the CCIE portal login. Fast packet
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VoIP certification guide
Our VoIP certification guide's resources will advance your UC career. Check out these tutorials for help in choosing the appropriate certifications. Guide
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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.