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Free book giveaway: 'CCNA Official Exam Certification Library'
Readers willing to share their reporting structure within their company entered for a chance to win the 'CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, Third Edition.' Congratulations to our winners, and to those who didn't win, there are still more oppor... Contest
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Wireless LANs -- 'CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, Third Edition,' Chapter 11
This chapter examines the basics of WLANs to help you prepare for the CCNA exam. In particular, the first section introduces the concepts, protocols, and standards used by many of the most common WLAN installations today. The chapter then examines so... Chapter Download
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Troubleshooting IP Routing -- 'CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, 3rd Edition,' Chapter 7
This chapter from 'CCNA Official Exam Certification Library, 3rd Edition' focuses on troubleshooting the IP routing process. To that end, it begins with a section about two important troubleshooting tools: ping and traceroute. Following that, the cha... Chapter Download
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Structuring and modularizing the network -- from 'Designing for Cisco Internetwork Solutions (DESGN)
Structuring and modularizing the network, Chapter 3 of "Designing for Cisco Internetwork Solutions (DESGN), Second Edition" introduces a modular hierarchical approach to network design, the Cisco Enterprise Architecture. Following the discussion of h... Chapter Download
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Tech support, I forgot my password: The IT Guy cartoon
If you've ever answered the phone for tech support, you've probably dealt with the proverbial clueless user. In this episode of The IT Guy networking cartoon, Dave takes his turn helping a frustrated (and frustrating) user with a forgotten password. Cartoon
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CCNA certification: When to study, what to read
For Cisco Certified Network Administrator (CCNA) certification, learn what to read, and how and when to study, in this advice column from one of our CCNP Video Mentor contest contributors. Advice from your peers
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Your networking certification game plan
If you're interested in a network or security certification, this advice details what to study for and when, and which certification path you should start with, and it maps out materials for a lab setup. Wondering where to begin your network certific... Advice from your peers
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MPLS and Cisco CCIP certification
MPLS and Cisco CCIP certification resources are provided in this introduction to our Cisco CCIP MPLS certification series. MPLS originates in proprietary work from Cisco, but it is widely used for routing traffic across high-speed, high-traffic netwo... Certification Guide
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Networking certification how-to
These networking certification steps focus on what materials you need, what practice tests are best, and what kind of schedule you should put in place in order to pass your exam and certify. If you are a nervous test-taker, these steps also cover how... Advice from your peers
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Networking certifications: How to pass your exams
Pass your networking certification exams with the help of this pointed advice by one of our CCNP Video Mentor contest winners. Learn study tips, reading tips and tricks to help you pass your tests. Advice from your peers
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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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Network fabrics may not be the end-all
Feature-rich network fabrics have been all the rage, but one blogger says the technology is only for creating more bandwidth. Other features should be left to edge software. 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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The fad-free path to management success
Being a manager is not as easy as it looks. Many IT workers are shell-shocked when they finally get that promotion. These tips will help ease the shock. Tip
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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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How does the CCNP compare to a master's degree
The Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) certification reflects proficiency in routing and switching. How does it compare to a master's degree? Our Cisco Certification expert explains. 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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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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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
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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
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