Cisco Network Technology Institute Curriculum (First and Second Semesters)

Author: Cisco Systems [USA]
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Publish Date: 2002-06-01
Features: The Cisco Networking Academy (CNA) course is a major training program launched by Cisco Systems worldwide, primarily aimed at entry-level network engineering technicians. Its training content is similar to CCNA. This book serves as the supplementary written textbook for the Cisco Networking Academy's first and second semesters. The main content includes:
Computer Basics; OSI Model; Overview of LANs; Electronics and Signals of the Physical Layer; Media, Connections, and Collisions; Basic Concepts of the Data Link Layer; Data Link Layer Technologies; Design and Documentation; Structured Cabling Engineering; Network Layer Routing and Addressing; Network Layer Protocols; Main Functions of the Transport Layer; Main Functions of the Session Layer; Main Functions of the Presentation Layer; Main Functions of the Application Layer; LANs and Routers; Router CLI; Router Components; Router Startup and Configuration; Router Configuration; IOS Images; TCP/IP; IP Addressing; Routing; Routing Protocols; Troubleshooting Network Issues; Introduction to Network Security; Network Management; Introduction to Residential Networks, etc.
Appendix A "Exercise Answers" provides answers to the exercises at the end of each chapter. Appendix B "Command Summary" describes and defines the relevant commands for configuring and using Cisco routers in this book, which are arranged in alphabetical order for easy reference. Each command includes information about the chapters it is mentioned in, helping you find more information more easily. Appendix C "eLAB Experiment Index" includes reference information for each eLAB included in the CD-ROM. Appendix D includes reference information for each animation included in the CD-ROM. The glossary in the CD-ROM provides the network-related terms and abbreviations used in the book.