CCDA^® For Dummies^®

by Ron Gilster; David Dalan

ISBN13:
9780764516320
ISBN10:
0764516329
Edition: CD
Format: Paperback
Copyright: 2002-01-01
Publisher: For Dummies
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Summary

Getting certified for designing Cisco networks becomes a cinch! This practical study guide covers the essentials for passing the CCDA exam -- whether it's for the first time or for recertification. Presenting information in a light, fun style, it provides plenty of case studies that follow the design process from the initial consultation to the end of the pilot. It also includes study tips, resources on the Web, plus a CD designed to simulate the test environment with an Answer Review to tell you why answers were right or wrong. You'll find CCDA For Dummies is a valuable reference and guide on-the-job and in the classroom!

Author Biography

Ron Gilster, a 20-year networking veteran, has written For Dummies guides to CCNA, Network+, and other certifications.David Dalan is a trainer and training manager at a leading technical support services firm.

Introduction

(8)

Part I: Internetworking Fundamentals

(62)

The Language of the CCDA

(16)

The OSI Model

(20)

TCP/IP Protocols

(24)

Part II: Identification of Customer Needs

(48)

Analyzing an Existing Network

(16)

Addressing the Business Needs of a Network

(16)

Network Changes and Future Impacts

105

(14)

Part III: Designing the Network

119

(68)

LAN and WAN Topologies

121

(16)

Selecting Cisco Hardware

137

(16)

Addressing and Naming Conventions

153

(18)

Selecting Protocols

171

(16)

Part IV: Network Prototypes

187

(24)

Managing the Network

189

(12)

Building Pilots and Prototypes

201

(10)

Part V: LAN/WAN Technologies and Protocols

211

(60)

LAN Protocol Details

213

(16)

LAN Hardware Configurations

229

(14)

WAN Services and Media

243

(18)

WAN Hardware Configurations

261

(10)

Part VI: Bridging and Switching Details

271

(42)

Multilayer LAN Switching

273

(14)

Cisco IOS Software

287

(14)

Switching Applications

301

(12)

Part VII: Routed and Routing Protocols

313

(40)

Routed Protocols

315

(12)

Routing Protocols

327

(14)

Routing Protocol Applications

341

(12)

Part VIII: The Part of Tens

353

(10)

Ten Ways to Prepare for Your Test Day

355

(4)

Ten Great Web Sites for Study and Test Materials

359

(4)

Part IX: Appendixes

363

(44)

Appendix A: Sample Network Diagrams

365

(6)

Appendix B: Cisco Hardware Features

371

(6)

Appendix C: Case Studies

377

(12)

Appendix D: Sample CCDA Examination

389

(12)

Appendix E: About the CD

401

(6)

Index

407

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