"Introduction to Cisco Router Configuration is based on Cisco System's ICRC course that is taught in training centers worldwide. Providing a thorough introduction to the course material, Introduction to Cisco Router Configuration will further serve as a reference and reinforcement to the actual ICRC course." "Introduction to Cisco Router Configuration presents the foundation knowledge necessary to define Cisco router configurations in multiprotocol environments. You'll examine a broad range of technical information on routing models, processes, and design. Beginning with internetworking fundamentals, you'll work through the internetworking model, defining the OSI layers and path determination, then move on to basic router operation and configuration. You'll delve into the configuration details for IP routing, Novell IPX, and AppleTalk, and then examine IP addressing and traffic management with access lists. Finally, you'll explore WAN communications, including serial connections, X.25, and Frame Relay." "Through numerous examples and chapter-ending tests, Introduction to Cisco Router Configuration builds a solid framework for understanding internetworking concepts, and starts you down the path for attaining Cisco Career Certifications."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved

A Practical Introduction to Cisco IOS 12.0 Configuration Written by senior managers of Digital Island, the e-Business solutions company that counts AOL, MSNBC, CNBC, Mastercard International, the LA Times, and National Semiconductor among its customersExtensive case study of an entire internetwork complete with Cisco IOS configurations Practical examples explaining the basics of Cisco router configuration get readers up-to-speed quicklyCisco IOS output is detailed with numerous examples and clear explanations "Cisco Router Configuration, Second Edition helps novice Cisco users with the basic administration of their internetworking devices. Using straightforward case studies and practical examples, this book teaches IOS software fundamentals for configuring, operating, and maintaining internetworking devices."Cisco Router Configuration, Second Edition provides an overview of Cisco IOS software. It describes basic information on Cisco devices and device interfaces (Ethernet, Token Ring, FDDI, Frame Relay, ATM). The basics of IP, IPX, and AppleTalk are explained, and the book shows how to use Cisco IOS software to configure addresses, routes, and routing protocols within these three protocols. Additionally, the book provides an elaborate example of an entire network setup with complete Cisco IOS configurations. All information in this second edition contains IOS 12.0 syntax.

Routing Protocols Companion Guide is the official supplemental textbook for the Routing Protocols course in the Cisco® Networking Academy® CCNA® Routing and Switching curriculum. This course describes the architecture, components, and operations of routers, and explains the principles of routing and routing protocols. You learn how to configure a router for basic and advanced functionality. By the end of this course, you will be able to configure and troubleshoot routers and resolve common issues with RIPv1, RIPv2, EIGRP, and OSPF in both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. The Companion Guide is designed as a portable desk reference to use anytime, anywhere to reinforce the material from the course and organize your time. The book’s features help you focus on important concepts to succeed in this course: Chapter objectives–Review core concepts by answering the focus questions listed at the beginning of each chapter. Key terms–Refer to the lists of networking vocabulary introduced and highlighted in context in each chapter. Glossary–Consult the comprehensive Glossary with more than 150 terms. Summary of Activities and Labs–Maximize your study time with this complete list of all associated practice exercises at the end of each chapter. Check Your Understanding–Evaluate your readiness with the end-of-chapter questions that match the style of questions you see in the online course quizzes. The answer key explains each answer. How To–Look for this icon to study the steps you need to learn to perform certain tasks. Interactive Activities–Reinforce your understanding of topics by doing all the exercises from the online course identified throughout the book with this icon. Videos–Watch the videos embedded within the online course. Packet Tracer Activities–Explore and visualize networking concepts using Packet Tracer exercises interspersed throughout the chapters. Hands-on Labs–Work through all the course labs and Class Activities that are included in the course and published in the separate Lab Manual.

Introduction to Cisco Router Configuration is based on Cisco System's ICRC course that is taught in training centers worldwide. Providing a thorough introduction to the course material, Introduction to Cisco Router Configuration will further serve as a reference and reinforcement to the actual ICRC course.

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The CCNP certification is part of the CCIE program. Individuals must pass an exam and complete a two-day hands-on laboratory in order to be certified. The low-cost alternative to extremely expensive Cisco courses and self-study options, this book is mapped to Cisco's Advanced Cisco Router Certification course. Test prep software with additional certification information is included on the CD-ROM.