Implementing Cisco VPNs [Paperback]

Adam Quiggle (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0072130482 | ISBN-13: 978-0072130485 | Publication Date: February 26, 2001 | Edition: 1

This hands-on implementation guide will show you how to implement Cisco-based virtual private networks step-by-step. It not only provides a detailed overview of the various VPN technologies available, it also compares them and discusses how each technology works.

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Set up, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco-based virtual private networks.

When it comes to communicating over the Internet, it is critical that the networking technology you’re working with is reliable, secure, and will perform smoothly. This step-by-step implementation guide will show you exactly how to implement Cisco-based VPNs effectively. Beginning with an overview of VPN basics--including encryption and authentication--the book covers IPSec, L2TP and other tunneling protocols. Also covered is configuring Windows native support for VPN technology. This hands-on book offers complete and detailed information for understanding and implementing Cisco-based VPN technology. Each chapter is organized in the same easy-to-follow format: a technology overview, IOS version specific commands, and finally multiple case studies outlining effective use of this technology.

With this practical guide you’ll be able to:

• Get an overview of dialup protocols
• Configure native Windows support for both voluntary and compulsory VPNs
• Configure GRE, CET, IPSec, PPTP and L2TP using Cisco routers
• Configure IPSec and PPTP on Cisco PIX Firewalls
• Troubleshoot VPN configurations
• Learn from the detailed analysis provided within the multiple case studies within each chapter

No other book gives you both practical techniques and in-depth Cisco-specific information. Whether you need to learn about VPNs in preparation for the difficult CCIE exam or if you want to implement a secure virtual private network using Cisco technology, then this is the only book you need.

About the Author

Adam Quiggle (Apex, NC) is a Senior Network Engineer at an MCI Worldcom Network Operations Center supporting a Fortune 50 company international network. He has worked in numerous enterprise environments designing, implementing and supporting complex environments. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, a CCNA, Master CNE and MCSE.

Product Details

• Paperback: 601 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media; 1 edition (February 26, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072130482
• ISBN-13: 978-0072130485
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,245,392 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars OBTUSE ESSAY OF NETWORKING ESSENTIALS, July 5, 2001

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This review is from: Implementing Cisco VPNs (Paperback)

The compilation entitled "Implementing Cisco VPNs" was a rather disappointing choice of technical literature. A significant amount of text was devoted to development of PPTP services and related Microsoft networking concepts. Although this information may have value at some fundamental level, it really serves to deliver deminishing impact when constructing environments of highly scalable architecture and elevated security requirements. The chapter on Dial-up networking presented an anomaly with respect to concept flow. Information of greater value may be found free of charge on Cisco's website.

2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Better read this book or be left behind, March 25, 2001

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This review is from: Implementing Cisco VPNs (Paperback)

A detailed and complete reference on on implementing Cisco VPNs. This book covers the whole gamit of implementing Cisco VPNs. Going from concepts through complete set-up and on to implementation and beyond. Excellent coverage on how to configure native Windows support for compulsory and voluntary VPNs--everyone's #1 priority - security. A complete and detailed table of contents and appendix make quick searches a breeze. This book is chock full of technical setup procedures and protocol. A very complete book on how to configure IPSEC, L@TP, PPTP, GRE Tunnels, CET, and more. Read it or be left behind!