CWNA Certified Wireless Network Administrator Official Study Guide: Exam PW0-104 (CWNP Official Study Guides) [Paperback]

David D. Coleman (Author), David A. Westcott (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470438908 | ISBN-13: 978-0470438909 | Publication Date: April 6, 2009 | Edition: 2nd

Sybex is now the official publisher for CWNP, the certifying vendor for the CWNA program. This valuable guide covers all objectives for the newest version of the PW0-104 exam, including radio technologies; antenna concepts; wireless LAN hardware and software; network design, installation and management; wireless standards and organizations; 802.11 network architecture; wireless LAN security; performing site surveys; and troubleshooting. Also included are hands-on exercises, chapter review questions, a detailed glossary, and a pre-assessment test. The CD-ROM features two bonus exams, over 150 flashcards, and numerous White Papers and demo software.

Note: CD-ROM materials for eBook purchases can be downloaded from CWNP’s website at www.cwnp.com/sybex.

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From the Back Cover

The Official Study Guide for CWNA Exam PW0-104

Prepare for Certified Wireless Network Administrator certification with this new official Study Guide from the CWNP Program. This comprehensive resource covers everything you need for the exam: the fundamentals of RF behavior; the features and functions of wireless LAN components; IEEE 802.11 standards; how to install, configure, and troubleshoot wireless LAN hardware and protocols; and many other essential topics and concepts. Inside you'll find:

• Full coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need for the exam

• Practical hands-on exercises to reinforce critical skills

• Real-world scenarios that put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles

• Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day

• Exam Essentials, a key feature in each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking the exam

• Special labs, white papers, videos, and demos on the CD to further facilitate your learning

• A handy tear card that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective

Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives.

Sybex Test Engine:

• Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and bonus exams.

• Featured on the CD

Electronic Flashcards:

• Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld.

CD also includes numerous demo software, white papers, labs, and videos.

Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.

About the CWNP Program

CWNP is the industry standard for vendor-neutral, enterprise WLAN certifications. The focus is to educate IT professionals in the technology behind all enterprise WLAN products and to enable these professionals to manage wireless LAN enterprise infrastructures, regardless of the vendor solution utilized. CWNP is a privately held corporation based in Atlanta, Georgia. For more information, visit www.cwnp.com.

About the Author

David D. Coleman, CWNE, CWNA, CWSP, CWNT, is an independent consultant and technical trainer with over fifteen years of IT experience. David has consulted with CWNP on the hands-on labs used in the classroom programs. He also holds Microsoft and Cisco certifications. David A. Westcott, CWNE, CWNA, CWSP, CWNT, is an independent consultant and technical trainer with over twenty years of experience. David has been a certified trainer for over twelve years.

Product Details

• Paperback: 768 pages
• Publisher: Sybex; 2nd edition (April 6, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470438908
• ISBN-13: 978-0470438909
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.4 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #28,199 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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  • #25 in Books > Computers & Technology > Networking > Network Administration

More About the Author

David Coleman is the Global Training Manager for Aerohive Networks,creators of the award-winning cooperative control wireless LAN (WLAN) architecture. David is in charge of Aerohive training programs for all partners and customers throughout the globe.

The company he founded ten years ago, AirSpy Training, specialized in corporate Wi-Fi training and has worked in the past with Aruba Networks®, Avaya®, Cisco Networks®, Motorola AirDefense®, and Polycom®. He has trained numerous computer security employees from various law enforcement agencies, the U.S. Marines, the U.S. Army, the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Air Force, and other federal and state government agencies.

In his spare time, David writes white papers and books about enterprise Wi-Fi networking. David is the coauthor of Sybex Publishing's "CWNA Study Guide" - ISBN# 0470438908 and "CWSP Study Guide" - ISBN# 0470438916.

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Material is on target for the test, December 26, 2009

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This review is from: CWNA Certified Wireless Network Administrator Official Study Guide: Exam PW0-104 (CWNP Official Study Guides) (Paperback)

Having just taken (and passed) the CWNA exam with this as my primary reference, I applaud the authors, both for their thorough coverage and readable style. This is one of the best exam prep books I've used. My advice: read it cover to cover, then read the last chapter (802.11n) at least one more time... there were more questions about HT than I was expecting. The test is quite up-to-date.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Resource and necessity for CWNA, July 8, 2009

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M. Bates (Phoenix) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: CWNA Certified Wireless Network Administrator Official Study Guide: Exam PW0-104 (CWNP Official Study Guides) (Paperback)

The CWNA study guide by David Coleman and David Wescott is an excellent detailed overview of the 802.11 technologies. As an RF Engineer and Consultant, I often find people have switching and routing backgrounds, but lack the fundamentals of wireless networking. I recommend this book to them because it is clear, concise, and easy to follow- whether you are reading a single concept or an entire chapter. The book has the right amount of depth to be understandable to the beginner, and also keep seasoned engineers interested. It does an excellent job of covering all the aspects needed to pass the certification exam, and provides a solid foundation where students can build upon as they go into the higher levels of learning, and administration of WLANs.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very in depth and easy to understand., January 5, 2010

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Shawn Jackman (SF Bay Area, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: CWNA Certified Wireless Network Administrator Official Study Guide: Exam PW0-104 (CWNP Official Study Guides) (Paperback)

This version of the CWNA study guide is the best yet. The authors have drawn on their years of experiences in both training and in the field and have poured their hearts out.

The section on 802.11n is a great foundation for anyone wishing to get a primer to begin understanding the massive changes that 802.11n has brought about. The RF principles are outstanding and some of the best I've seen yet in any 802.11 text of which I've read most. Never have I seen a book that actually explained the radiation diagrams (you might know these to be the e-plane or h-plan diagrams) that antenna and access point manufacturers provide. I had to look long and hard to find good info on that previously. Bottom line, the foundational topics important to just about every aspect of WiFi is contained in this book.

Without question, this book should be the WiFi bible for anyone dealing with WiFi for their organization whether wanting to achieve the CWNA certification or not.

Great job, gentlemen!