Cisco: A Beginner's Guide, 2/e - Softcover

Shaugnessy, Tom; Velte, Toby

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0072133392 ISBN 13: 9780072133394

Publisher: Osborne/McGraw-Hill, 2001

Synopsis

"Cisco: A Beginner's Guide", second edition, offers a solid foundation in Cisco technology by leading the reader from introductory concepts to hands-on implementation. This new edition will contain the following additional and updated material: new coverage of wireless technologies; new chapter on Cisco business solutions; information on routers and switches will reflect the current Cisco product range including recent products releases; all material on certification will be updated to reflect the current programmes and course objectives; more routing theory; and new material on security, specifically intrusion detection.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Learn all you need to know to get started with Cisco technology

Now you can gain a solid understanding of Cisco products and related technology from fundamental concepts to hands-on implementation techniques with this useful and clearly written guide. You'll get the technical background you need to work with routers, switches, hubs, VPNs, wireless gear, and more. Not only will you learn about networking basics, and the latest in wireless and security technology, but you'll also gain valuable insight into the popular Cisco certification track. Also included is a 16-page blueprint section which maps out sample network designs, offering you additional visual instruction. All in all, if you're looking for a solid introduction to Cisco-related products and network design and management, this is the only book you need.

-Get an overview of the Cisco certification track including routing and switching and WAN switching technology
-Set up, configure, and communicate using Cisco routers
-Learn what hubs and switches do and how they differ
-Understand how Internet access products work as well as security methods including firewalls and virtual private networks
-Design and manage a network using Cisco routing protocols
-Gain an understanding of the latest in wireless networking technology including the Cisco Aironet 340 series
-Handle network security using CiscoSecure ACS and AAA models
-Troubleshoot common problems and implement solutions to improve network performance

Edition details

• Publisher: Osborne/McGraw-Hill
• Publication date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0072133392
• ISBN 13: 9780072133394
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 608