Cisco CCDA Preparation Library [Paperback]

Anthony Bruno (Author), Jacqueline Kim (Author), Diane Teare (Author)

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Publication Date: May 30, 2000 | ISBN-10: 1587050048 | ISBN-13: 978-1587050046 | Edition: 1st

The only comprehensive book-based training package recommended by Cisco Systems for CCDA Exam #640-441Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) is the beginning-level Cisco Systems certification designed to validate and acknowledge the technical proficiency of individuals seeking to design Cisco networks. CCDA certification is a prerequisite for the professional-level CCDP and is a required professional accreditation for many Cisco employees and resellers.Cisco CCDA Preparation Library is a boxed set of three books. It contains two books that comprise Cisco's suggested training path for the new CCDA exam: Internetworking Technologies Handbook, Second Edition and Designing Cisco Networks, along with the CCDA Exam Certification Guide.The ITH and DCN books provide the requisite early training that CCDA candidates must receive to be up to speed on exam topics, and the Certification Guide is developed for comprehensive yet concise late-stage exam preparation. * Book-based versions of the two courses recommended by Cisco Systems for CCDA study provides comprehensive training * Inclusion of the CCDA Exam Certification Guide helps candidates arrive at mastery of the exam topics * The only bundle that includes Cisco-recommended training and exam preparation materials

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The only comprehensive book-based training package recommended by Cisco Systems for CCDA Exam #640-441Book-based versions of the two courses recommended by Cisco Systems for CCDA study provides comprehensive training Inclusion of the CCDA Exam Certification Guide helps candidates arrive at mastery of the exam topicsThe only bundle that includes Cisco-recommended training and exam preparation materials Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA) is the beginning-level Cisco Systems certification designed to validate and acknowledge the technical proficiency of individuals seeking to design Cisco networks. CCDA certification is a prerequisite for the professional-level CCDP and is a required professional accreditation for many Cisco employees and resellers.Cisco CCDA Preparation Library is a boxed set of three books. It contains two books that comprise Cisco's suggested training path for the new CCDA exam: Internetworking Technologies Handbook, Second Edition and Designing Cisco Networks, along with the CCDA Exam Certification Guide.The ITH and DCN books provide the requisite early training that CCDA candidates must receive to be up to speed on exam topics, and the Certification Guide is developed for comprehensive yet concise late-stage exam preparation.

About the Author

A. Anthony Bruno is a Principal Consultant with NetworkCare Professional Services (formerly International Network Services). His network certifications include CCIE #2738, CCDP, CCNA-WAN, Microsoft MCSE, Nortel NNCSS, Certified Network Expert (CNX) Ethernet, Certified Network Professional, and Checkpoint CCSE. As a consultant, he has worked with many customers in the design, implementation, and optimization of large-scale multi-protocol networks. Anthony has worked on the design of large company network mergers, Voice over IP/Frame Relay, and Internet access. He formerly worked as an Air Force Captain in network operations and management. He completed his MS in Electrical Engineering from University of Missouri-Rolla in 1994 and his BS in Electrical Engineering from University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez in 1990. Anthony is the co-author for the Cisco Press release CCDA Exam Certification Guide and also a contributor and the lead technical reviewer for the Cisco Press release Cisco CCIE Fundamentals: Network Design and Case Studies, Second Edition.Cisco Systems, Inc., is the worldwide leader in networking for the Internet. Cisco solutions, which include industry-leading publications from Cisco Press, educate and provide competitive advantage to customers through more efficient and timely exchange of information, leading to cost savings, process efficiencies, and closer business relationships. These solutions form the networking foundation for many organizations worldwide.Diane Teare is a Senior Network Architect with Global Knowledge Network (Canada), Inc., Cisco's largest worldwide training partner. There, she provides consulting and training services to customers in North America and Europe. She was also a member of the team at Cisco Systems that developed the Building Scalable Cisco Networks (BSCN) instructor-led course.Diane has more than 15 years of experience in design, implementation, and troubleshooting of network hardware and software. She also has been involved in teaching, course design, and project management. Diane is the course director/master instructor for the BSCN and Designing Cisco Networks (DCN) courses at Global Knowledge Network (Canada) Inc. She is a CCSI, CCDA, and CCNP, and has authored and edited networking books and articles. Diane has a bachelor's degree in applied science in electrical engineering and a master's degree in applied science in management science. She edited Designing Cisco Networks and co-authored Building Scalable Cisco Networks, both from Cisco Press.Jacqueline Kim is the Knowledge Resource Manager with REALTECH Systems Corporation. She designed the Knowledge Exchanged Group that has the objective of providing technical instruction to clients through instructor-led classes and Web-based training tools. She staffs and manages this group within Knowledge Management and also teaches several classes. Jacqueline has various industry certifications, including Cisco CCDA, Novell CNE, and Check Point CCSA/CCSE. She has held positions in both network engineering and pre-sales engineering, during which time she presented lectures in security for Cisco Systems and Network User Groups. Jacqueline was a technical reviewer for the Cisco Press titles Internetworking Technologies Handbook, Second Edition and Cisco Systems Networking Academy: First-Year Companion Guide.Kevin Downes, CCIE #1987, is a senior network systems consultant with International Network Services (INS). His network certifications include Cisco CCIE, Bay Networks CRS, Certified Network Expert (CNX) Ethernet, Novell CNE, and Banyan Systems CBE. He has published several articles on the subjects of network infrastructure design, network operating systems (NOS), and Internet Protocol (IP). He completed his B.S. in Computer Information Systems from Strayer University in 1993.

Product Details

• Paperback: 2100 pages
• Publisher: Cisco Press; 1st edition (May 30, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1587050048
• ISBN-13: 978-1587050046
• Product Dimensions: 9.7 x 8 x 6.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,551,999 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Response to not worth $1.20, September 28, 2000

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Eric Rivard (San Diego, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cisco CCDA Preparation Library (Paperback)

.... This box set if for the new CCDA
Exam! First look at the publish date, its June 2000. Next how about
going to the real source of true information, Cisco themselves. If you
go to Cisco Press (url)... You will see that this set is for the NEW
CCDA exam. In the word of Cisco Press it says,"Cisco CCDA
Preparation Library is a boxed set of three books. It contains two
books that comprise Cisco's suggested training path for the new CCDA
exam: Internetworking Technologies Handbook, Second Edition and
Designing Cisco Networks, along with the CCDA Exam Certification
Guide."...... ....The best advice is for anyone pursing a Cisco certification, is
to go to Cisco themselves and find out about the Exam and what books
they recommend for the Exams. Then buy the books for the exam. This
box set DOES cover the current exam, I used it and the info in it is
great not only to pass the exam but to give you a great understanding
of networking in general.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Makes my taking the exam a whole lot easier., May 13, 2001

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Michael J Woznicki "Michael J Woznicki" (Holland, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cisco CCDA Preparation Library (Paperback)

After passing the CCNA exam I decided to pursue the CCDA certification and since the exam was developed by Cisco, why not use their material in order to pass the exam. What I found in this prep library is 3 of the best books out on the market.

While there is no one saying which book to start with, I recommend the Internetworking Technologies Handbook as the place to start. Starting with the basics, then LAN protocols, then WAN technologies, bridging and Switching, network protocols and finally routing protocols gives you the foundation to build on.

I then moved to the Designing Cisco Networks book, which can be used in a classroom without a hitch. This book covered topics like business solutions, designing topologies, building and testing prototypes and even has a sample exam and case studies.

Rounding out the set is the CCDA Exam Certification Guide which helps prepare you for the actual exam with topics like Applications, customer support, topologies and LAN design, Wan Design, documentation and case studies. Overall there seems to more than enough information to pass the exam.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Provides full coverage, December 31, 2001

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Dr. Dennis Curry (FPO AE, AE USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cisco CCDA Preparation Library (Paperback)

I have several books that are cited to support full coverage for the difficult CCDA exam, none of which except the CISCO written books really lived up to their promise.
If CISCO are manageing the exam, then it make sense to train up with their books.
If you buy this box set, then read all and learn all you will pass the exam.
Don't waste your money trying to save pennies - - Get the real thing and pass first time. These book are as good as it gets.