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Discovering the Upcoming Wi-Fi Direct Standard
By Eric Geier
Aug 16, 2010
See how you'll benefit from this new Wi-Fi standard. Eric Geier shows you how it compares with Bluetooth and the existing Wi-Fi ad-hoc networking. Plus you'll discover its downsides and negative impacts.
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Security in Tcl Scripts for Cisco IOS
By Arvind Durai, Raymond Blair, John Lautmann
Aug 10, 2010
This chapter provides an introduction to PKI infrastructure and goes on to cover the use of digital signatures to sign a Tcl script, a scenario for Tcl script-failure, and scaling Tcl script distribution.
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CCNP ROUTE 642-902 Exam Foundation Learning: Implementing Path Control
By Diane Teare
Aug 5, 2010
This chapter covers implementing path control, focusing on understanding and implementing path control as well as advanced path control tools.
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WLAN Design: Range, Performance, and Roaming Considerations
By Jim Geier
Aug 3, 2010
This chapter provides insight and addresses important elements you should consider to avoid common problems when designing a wireless LAN.
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Configuration of Frame Mode MPLS
By David Hucaby, Steve McQuerry, Andrew Whitaker
Jul 28, 2010
This chapter covers the background and configuration of frame mode Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS).
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Configuring the Cisco Unified Personal Communicator
By Brian Morgan, Shane Lisenbea, Michael Popovich
Jul 27, 2010
This chapter covers the client installation, configuration, basic and advanced features, and client-side troubleshooting of the Cisco Unified Personal Communicator.
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CCNP Wireless IUWMS Quick Reference: Implementing Location-Based Services
By Jerome Henry
Jul 20, 2010
This chapter describes the location-tracking techniques used in providing location-based services — unique events tied to the physical location of an 802.11 device.
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Introduction to Cisco NX-OS
By David Jansen, Kevin Corbin, Ron Fuller
Jul 19, 2010
This chapter provides an introduction and overview of NX-OS and a comparison between traditional IOS and NX-OS configurations and terminology.
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Analyzing the Cisco Enterprise Campus Architecture
By Balaji Sivasubramanian, Erum Frahim, Richard Froom
Jul 15, 2010
This chapter introduces you to the concepts of enterprise campus designs, along with an implementation process that can ensure a successful campus network deployment.
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Cisco Data Center Virtualization Server Architectures
By Roger Andersson, Silvano Gai, Tommi Salli
Jul 1, 2010
This chapter examines processor, memory, and I/O subsystems with particular reference to servers built according to the IA-32, often generically called x86 architecture.
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Network Security Auditing Tools and Techniques
By Chris Jackson
Jun 29, 2010
This chapter discusses software tools and techniques auditors can use to test network security controls. Security testing as a process is covered, but the focus is on gathering the evidence useful for an audit.
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Recovering and Securing Your Wi-Fi Encryption Keys
By Eric Geier
Jun 4, 2010
Have you forgotten the WEP or WPA key or passphrase for your Wi-Fi? Eric Geier helps you discover how to recover or reset and secure your network password.
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CCDC and the Tale of the Insider Threat
By Brad Bowers
May 24, 2010
Brad Bowers discusses the value of including the threat of insider attacks in Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) events.
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Five Applications to Secure Your Wi-Fi Hotspot Connections
By Eric Geier
May 13, 2010
Don't risk eavesdroppers capturing your email, passwords, and other sensitive info! Eric Geier reviews five helpful apps that encrypt your wireless traffic.
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The Bad Guys from Outside: Malware
By Tom Gillis
Apr 29, 2010
In this chapter, you'll learn how malware works and why it presents such a threat to the enterprise.
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CCNP TSHOOT Certification Guide: Understanding the Basics of QoS
By Kevin Wallace
Apr 27, 2010
Kevin Wallace discusses basic quality of service (QoS) mechanisms on Cisco routers, which are important to understand when troubleshooting VoIP issues.
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IPv6: Why Bother?
By David Chisnall
Apr 16, 2010
IPv6 has been coming Real Soon Now for well over a decade. David Chisnall looks at what the benefits it brings and how to support it.
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Moving to WPA/WPA2-Enterprise Wi-Fi Encryption
By Eric Geier
Apr 9, 2010
Wi-Fi networks in businesses should be using the Enterprise mode of WPA or WPA2 encryption. Eric Geier shows you how to move from the Personal (PSK) mode to the Enterprise (RADIUS) mode.
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Securing Your Wi-Fi Hotspot Sessions
By Eric Geier
Mar 30, 2010
Eric Geier shares tips to keep your email, documents, and computer safe while using Wi-Fi hotspots.
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SIP Trunking Design and Implementation Considerations
By Christina Hattingh, Darryl Sladden, ATM Zakaria Swapan
Mar 21, 2010
This chapter highlights many of the network design and implementation considerations you should work through while planning or installing a SIP trunk for production purposes in your network.

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