A thoroughly revised study guide for the new release of the challenging CCNA exam

This fully integrated study system delivers up-to-date coverage of the long-awaited revision of the Cisco Certified Network Associate exam. You will learn practical skills through lab simulations, step-by-step exercises, exam watch notes, on-the-job elements, and chapter self-tests.CCNA Cisco Certified Network Associate Study Guide, Fourth Edition covers all the exam topics including switch and router configuration, IP addressing, LANs, WANs, frame relay, ISDN, and more. You can test your knowledge with more than 650 realistic practice exam questions. The CD-ROM includes a custom version of the premier virtual network simulator from Boson Software which features more than 20 integrated lab exercises. Practice exam software, video training, and an electronic book are also included on the CD.

A 2006 ComputerWorld survey identified CCNA as one of the credentials most likely to lead to a salary increase. Certification Magazine listed CCNA as one of the best hands-on IT certification programs. The previous editions sold more than 66,000 copies.

• Part 1- Introduction to Networking Chapter 1 - NetworksChapter 2 - OSI Reference ModelChapter 3 - Layer 2 LAN TechnologiesChapter 4 - Bridges and SwitchesChapter 5 - Wireless LANsPart 2- TCP/IP Protocol Suite Chapter 6 - TCP/IP Internet LayerChapter 7 - TCP/IP Addressing and SubnettingChapter 8 - TCP/IP Transport LayerChapter 9 - Sending and Receiving TCP/IP PacketsPart 3- Cisco Catalyst Switches Chapter 10 - Cisco IOS SoftwareChapter 11 - Initial Switch ConfigurationChapter 12 - VLANs and TrunksChapter 13 - Switches and RedundancyPart 4- Cisco Routers and LANs Chapter 14 - Routers and RoutingChapter 15 - Initial Router ConfigurationChapter 16 - Remote Device ManagementChapter 17 - Security Device Manager (SDM)Part 5- Routing Chapter 18 - Basic RoutingChapter 19 - OSPF RoutingEChapter 20 - EIGRP RoutingPart 6- Advanced Cisco Router FeaturesChapter 21 - Access Control Lists (ACLs)Chapter 22 - Address TranslationChapter 23 - IPv6Part 7- Cisco Routers and WANsChapter 24 - WAN IntroductionChapter 25 - Frame RelayAppendix A- About the CDAppendix B- Exam Readiness Checklist