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Securing Networks Access List Implementation on Cisco Routers
By Tracey Wilson ⋅ May 23, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
Access Control List (ACL) configuration and deployment is covered in this installment of Tracey’s network security series. Brush up on IPv4 protocols, configuration commands, and extended ACLs on Cisco routers and be on the lookout for more tips upcoming in this ACL series.
Top 5 Hardest Topics on the CCNP TSHOOT Exam (and how to prepare for them)
By Sean Wilkins ⋅ May 21, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
You know the CCNP is hard, but sometimes prioritizing the focus of your studies can help to make sure that you succeed in conquering unfamiliar & difficult concepts. Nail done these 5 topics, and you’ll be on your way to passing in no time.
User Authentication Trouble Ticket Lab
By Chris Magiet ⋅ May 17, 2012 ⋅ 7:22 ⋅ Post a comment
Check out this snippet from our Cisco CCNP TSHOOT course, where Joe Rinehart walks through solving a troubleshooting ticket for when user authentication fails on the network.
Cisco CCNP Training Package by CCIE Joe Rinhart
By Chris Magiet ⋅ May 16, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
The CCNP Training Package is Now Available! If you do any work in Cisco networking or already have your CCNA, don’t miss the opportunity to study all CCNP exam objectives with CCIE Joe Rinehart. Learn how routing and switching for LAN, WAN and VLAN environments, AND how to troubleshoot everything on a Cisco network.
Securing Networks: Access Control List (ACL) Concepts
By Tracey Wilson ⋅ May 16, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
This article series will focus on securing access control lists (ACLs), concepts that are definitely covered in various Cisco exams, Security+ and CISSP. This first article in the series will cover the basics of ACLs, including de-militarized buffer zones (DMZ), types of access control lists, and implementation on a router interface.
Tips and Tricks for Passing the CCNP SWITCH 942-813 Exam
By Sean Wilkins ⋅ May 14, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
If you’ve started pursuing the CCNP certification, you’ve probably realized that it’s no picnic. Since the past couple years saw some significant exam changes by Cisco, the studying process has only grown more confusing. Here are some tips & tricks for getting ready to pass the CCNP SWITCH 642-813 certification exam.
Top 5 Hardest Topics on the CCNP SWITCH Exam (and how to prepare for them)
By Sean Wilkins ⋅ April 30, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
If you’re preparing for the CCNP SWITCH (642-813) exam, then take a look at our list of the top 5 hardest topics that you’ll be faced with — and how to prepare for them.
CCNA and CCNP Wireless Certification Updates
By Sean Wilkins ⋅ April 16, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
In January of 2012, Cisco updated the curricula for CCNA and CCNP Wireless certifications. This article goes through the older exams to highlight the exam objectives before the changes, what was added curriculum, and what was removed.
Future Challenges of IT Certifications in 2012 & Beyond: Part 2
By Michael Gabriel Sumastre ⋅ April 9, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
Part 1 discussed much about the vendor influence (good or bad?) on different IT certification programs. In Part 2, we’ll take a look at the question of real value with IT certs: are they still worth your time, effort and money?
Top 8 IT Certifications for Government Employees
By Michael Gabriel Sumastre ⋅ March 19, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
With the expansion of the IT workforce, even government agencies are using IT certifications as a measuring stick for while filling competitive positions. Especially with positions in network security or jobs in the Dept. of Defense, standardized skills along with work experience are more important than ever.
Why Classless Protocols Act Classful
By Chris Magiet ⋅ March 15, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
Classful vs. Classless Routing: In this video from our CCNP ROUTE Training, CCIE Joe Rinehart gives a review of IP address classes and explains how & why classless routing progressed from classful routing.
Networking Ports and Interface Types
By Chris Magiet ⋅ March 8, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
SWITCH Training by CCIE Joe Rinehart gets you ready for the CCNP exam, but takes the extra step to prepare you for real-world environments. This video explains the port variations among different switches.
Wireless Authentication Methods
By Chris Magiet ⋅ March 8, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
Here’s an overview of wireless authentication from CCNA Wireless Training by Joe Rinehart. Learn about authentication methods, types of encryption, and intrusion detection & prevention.
Switchport Security Configuration
By Sean Wilkins ⋅ March 7, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
Once you’ve understood the basics of the switchport security feature, it’s time to learn the process of enabling it within interface configuration mode. In this article, Sean Wilkins shows how to get started with switchport configuration, and how to tackle the network switch security puzzle.
Cisco Data Center Unified Computing Support Specialist Certification Guide
By Sean Wilkins ⋅ March 5, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
Cisco’s Data Center Unified Computing Support Specialist Certification is an advanced certification that tests your ability to implement a virtualized data center environment with a focus on implementing Cisco’s UCS B and C series and Nexus products operating in an enterprise level datacenter.
Troubleshooting OSPF: Show Commands and Debug Commands
By Chris Magiet ⋅ March 1, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
“Show” and “debug” commands are common tools used to troubleshoot OSPF. This video from CCNP ROUTE Training features CCIE Joe Rinehart explaining the application of 10 common command tools for troubleshooting OSPF.
CCNA Wireless Exam Tips
By Chris Magiet ⋅ March 1, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
No matter how much studying and practice you’ve completed, getting ready to actually take an exam can be daunting. You know the components, you shelled out the money for the test, now give yourself some reassurance on exam day with these proven tips from CCIE Joe Rinehart.
Switchport Security Concepts
By Sean Wilkins ⋅ February 22, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
Before you can understand how to configure switchport security, a base knowledge of the switchport security feature is needed. In this overview, Sean Wilkins explains the types of switchport violations, what causes them, as well as the three categories of switchport security MAC addresses.
Characteristics of Switches, Bridges and Hubs
By Chris Magiet ⋅ February 16, 2012 ⋅ Post a comment
In this video from CCNP SWITCH training, Joe Rinehart covers switches, bridges and hubs on LANs, and explains how they function in regards to full-duplex and half-duplex capability, broadcast domain, collision domain, and possible drawbacks.
Cisco UCS: What It Is and Why You Need to Learn It
By Chris Magiet ⋅ February 16, 2012 ⋅ 2:05 ⋅ Post a comment
In this interview with Cisco UCS Training instructor Jason Nash, he explains the makeup of Cisco’s Unified Computing System, the features that make it so innovative in the data center, and why IT pros should look into learning it.