Cisco A Beginners Guide

Get the basics of Cisco technology--hardware, internetworking fundamentals, and protocols. This book introduces the reader to the full breadth of Cisco's offerings, providing a solid foundation for continued study. Blueprints and sample configurations are included.

Here is a preview of what you'll learn: *How the Internet works *How end devices (such as smart phone, laptops, tablets) communicate in the Internet * How does our networks work and of how may types are there *What is a router, a switch, an IP address or a Mac address *What's the OSI Model and how it helps us*a breakdown of the 7 layers of the OSI Model * How can you apply this knowledge in a practical scenario with Cisco devices

Get started using Cisco technologies quickly and easily Here is a fully updated edition of the bestselling introductory guide to Cisco products and technologies. Cisco: A Beginner's Guide, Fourth Edition provides you with a practical hands-on resource for successfully designing and managing a Cisco network. Learn to work with Cisco routers and switches, wireless technologies, and storage tools. You'll also get full details on network security, including firewalls, as well as communications solutions such as VoIP. This is a must-have resource for anyone interested in internetworking and Cisco technologies. Work with Cisco's Internet technologies Configure Cisco routers and networks Understand Cisco internetworking technologies including LAN switches, multilayered switching, and VLANs Secure your network using CiscoSecure ACS, Cisco PIX firewall, IOS Firewall, and other methods Enable wireless internetworking using the Cisco Aironet and Airespace products Deploy VoIP via Cisco Unified Communications Implement Cisco storage area network (SAN) and content delivery network (CDN) solutions Use both open standard routing protocols (RIP, OSPF, BGP) and Cisco-proprietary protocols (IGRP and EIGRP) Design, manage, and troubleshoot a robust Cisco network

If you want to jumpstart your career in IT and networking by acing the Cisco Certified Network Associate CCNA exam, then this book is for you! It gives you a full understanding of all the concepts and topics you need to earn the most in-demand networking certification today by passing the Cisco CCNA exam.

An engaging approach for anyone beginning a career in networking As the world leader of networking products and services, Cisco products are constantly growing in demand. Yet, few books are aimed at those who are beginning a career in IT--until now. Cisco Networking Essentials provides a solid foundation on the Cisco networking products and services with thorough coverage of fundamental networking concepts. Author Troy McMillan applies his years of classroom instruction to effectively present high-level topics in easy-to-understand terms for beginners. With this indispensable full-color resource, you'll quickly learn the concepts, processes, and skills that are essential to administer Cisco routers and switches. Begins with a clear breakdown of what you can expect to learn in each chapter, followed by a straightforward discussion of concepts on core topics Includes suggested labs and review questions at the conclusion of each chapter, which encourage you to reinforce and measure your understanding of the topics discussed Serves as an ideal starting point for learning Cisco networking products and services If you are interested in a career in IT but have little or no knowledge of networking and are new to Cisco networking products, then this book is for you.

Are you looking to get started with your journey to getting Cisco certified or merely want to increase your knowledge of networking to build on your IT skills and boost your career or business? And you looking for a guide that breaks down the seemingly complex topic of computer networking into simple, digestible content that you can start applying right away to set up, manage and troubleshoot computer networks with confidence? If you've answered YES, keep reading.... You Are About To Develop More Than Average Level Knowledge Of Cisco Networking! You know the benefits of getting CCNA certification in the current tech industry that is openly hungry for network professionals. You know that you would easily get promoted for having practical Network skills or land yourself a job in a better paying Cisco-partner company and other businesses. You also know that networking job demand is growing exponentially each year, with a projected rate of 26% in 2020 alone. You know all that... But have you felt intimidated by the whole process of learning networking and even wondered whether you'd make it through a couple of weeks? Perhaps you're not an IT professional, but desire to learn network hardware maintenance and management to improve your life in aspects like security, business efficiency or for self-fulfillment, but don't have a clue about where to begin? Then keep reading, as I have the perfect solution for you to get started with networking the right way. This book is a simple, straightforward and concise beginners' guide to computer networking, and is what you've been looking for. This book recognizes that the first step to becoming a real network professional is having a solid foundation of networking essentials, and its valuable content is weaved based on that understanding.

This book provides a practical hands-on resource for successfully implementing and managing a Cisco network. The book covers IOS, voice and wireless security, video-on-demand, new routers, switches, and wireless products, and more.also get full details on network security, including firewalls, as well as communications solutions such as VoIP.

This title provides the essential underpinnings for understanding Cisco products, services, and technologies. It is a gateway to all the Cisco basics as well as an introduction to new trends in the world of internetworking.