Review of CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate: Fast Pass (Paperback)

This book may not be as descriptive as some like, but I found it great for reading just before the test to brush up on things. For a more in depth book Lammle has the full study guide as well.

http://www.amazon.com/CCNA-Certified-Network-Associate-640-802/dp/0470110082/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1202499025&sr=8-1

I recommend this book for someone who knows the material and just wants to fine tune their knowledge just before the test. otherwise, purchase the book in the above link.

Product Description
Organized by exam objectives, this is a focused, concise review guide that works hand-in-hand with any learning tool, including the Sybex CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide, 6th and Deluxe editions.

The book will consist of four high-level chapters, each mapping to the four main Domains of the exam skill-set. The book will drill down into the specifics of the exam, covering the following:

*Designing Cisco internetworks

*Developing an access list

*Evaluating TCP/IP communication

*Configuring routers and switches

*Configuring IP addresses, subnet masks, and gateway addresses

*Performing LAN, VLAN, and WAN troubleshooting

*Understanding rules for packet control

The interactive CD contains two bonus exams, handy flashcard questions, and a searchable PDF of a Glossary of Terms.

From the Back Cover
The perfect companion to Sybex's CCNA: Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide, Sixth or Deluxe editions, or any CCNA study tool

The Perfect CCNA Preparation and Review Tool

Many candidates who complete a Study Guide or course also appreciate a review tool that helps them brush up on key topics. Sybex's CCNA Fast Pass, Third Edition, is that tool. This streamlined book hones in on critical information for the new CCNA exam 640-802, including network planning and design, implementation and operation, troubleshooting, and technology. Study, review, and practice with this practical study aid, then take the exam with confidence.

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Easy-to-use book is organized by exam objectives for quick review

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Flexible Fast Pass goes hand-in-hand with any learning tool on the market

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Exam Essentials in each chapter helps you zero in on what you need to know

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Book includes review questions, practice tools, and two practice exams

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Targeted and expert content from leading Cisco networking authority, Todd Lammle

Look inside for complete review coverage of all exam objectives for CCNA Exam 640-802

Featured on the CDGet the practice you need on this interactive CD that includes two practice exams, electronic flashcards, and a searchable Glossary of Terms.

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Review of Todd Lammle's CCNA IOS Commands Survival Guide (Paperback)

Lammle's stated objective is to help the reader prepare for and pass the difficult CCNA exam.This book expands a bit on that objective.He states in the introduction that this is supplementary material.It's written to assist the student in understanding the line of thought behind the technology.
I found that quite useful.The CCNA is a rigorous exam; those who pass it have a pretty good understanding of the concepts and protocols. But "real world" practice is a trickier thing, especially NAT, and Lammle's book concisely tackles those issues of keeping a network running. He clearly discusses the "why". I'm keeping the book on my desk as a reference work beyond just exam prep. It's money well-spent.




Product Description
To become a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), you must learn the hundreds of IOS commands used by Cisco routers and switches. This handy reference from Cisco networking authority Todd Lammle is just what you need to master those commands. From a thorough introduction to Cisco's basic operating system to making the transition to IPv6, Todd Lammle walks you through hundreds of commands with short, to-the-point explanations and plenty of figures and real-world examples.

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Review of CompTIA Network+ Deluxe Study Guide: (Exam N10-004) (Hardcover)

I purchased this book after deciding to pursue my Network + certification. I am currently through 75% of the book. The book is very comprehensive but also straight forward. As the author states, in many areas he goes into far more detail about subject matter than the Network + exam requires. However, this detail does an excellent job in giving you both a high level and detailed view of how network related information fits together. This book will serve as an excellent reference manual.

After passing the Network + exam using this book, I am going to pursue my CCNA. About three years ago I attended classes at a local community college that used Cisco Network Academy course materials. I didn't complete it. In my opinion the Cisco Network Academy materials where a bit sketchy in some areas. Even though the Network + material is not vendor specific, it covered many of the same subject areas as the Cisco materials, but it has done a far better job.

Overall, I think this is an excellent book. If you need to know anything about general networking, or are seriously considering obtaining your CCNA, use this book first to get your Network +.



Product Description
More than 220,000 network professionals have achieved the Network+ certification since its inception, second only to the Cisco Certified Network Associate certification. This hardcover edition includes Sybex CompTIA Network+ Virtual Lab network simulator plus four additional bonus exams and 100 additional flashcards and is fully updated for the first revision of the exam since 2005. The guide contains concise information on security essentials and standards, using practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience and covers key exam topics including network technologies, media and topologies, devices, management, tools, and security.

From the Back Cover

Expand your exam prep with this Deluxe guide

Prepare for CompTIA's new Network+ exam with this Deluxe version of Sybex's popular CompTIA Network+ Study Guide. In addition to comprehensive coverage of exam essentials by top networking authority and bestselling author Todd Lammle, this Deluxe version includes six practice exams and bonus content featuring the Network+ Virtual Lab. Start your preparation today with:

Full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need for the exam

Network+ Virtual Lab to give you hands-on practice and reinforce critical skills

Real-world scenarios that put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles

Over 300 electronic flashcards to help you practice, practice, practice

Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day

Exam Essentials, a key feature in each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exam

A handy tear card that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective

Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives.

Featured on the CD-ROM

SYBEX TEST ENGINE:

Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and bonus exams.

ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS:

Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC.

NETWORK+ VIRTUAL LAB:

Get hands-on practice in a virtualnetwork.

Also on CD, you'll find the entirebook in searchable and printable PDF. Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.

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