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Cisco WSA: User Authentication with Transparent Proxy
Jul 30, 2014
In this video Natalie Timms covers integrating user authentication with Web Cache Communication Protocol (WCCP) based transparent proxy service on the Cisco Web Services Appliance (WSA). She shows how an existing Microsoft Active Directory user database can be leveraged to validate user credentials when determining if redirected traffic flows should be permitted through the WSA.
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Cisco ASA Licensing
Jul 22, 2014
This chapter discusses license mechanisms for the Cisco ASA's advanced security features that add additional layers of protection or accommodate more complex network designs.
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CCIE Security v4.0 Practice Lab
Jul 15, 2014
In this practice lab to help in your preparation for the CCIE Security exam, Natalie Timms focuses on initializing and configuring the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) in both single- and multi-context modes.
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31 Days Before Your CCNA Routing and Switching Exam: Spanning Tree Protocols
Jul 9, 2014
This step in preparing for the CCNA Routing and Switching exam covers STP and its variations — standards that allow for redundant switched networks without worrying about switching loops.
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A Tour of Cisco Data Center Interconnect with OTV (Overlay Transport Virtualization)
Jul 2, 2014
In this video Ron Fuller and David Jansen discuss how to evolve data centers into a multi-data center topology using interconnect functionality called Overlay Transport Virtualization (OTV).
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CCIE Collaboration Quick Reference: Cisco Unified Communications Security
Jul 2, 2014
In this chapter, Akhil Behl explains how to secure a converged communications network by discussing potential threats as well as options for maintaining the confidentiality of network data and its integrity.
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Security by Design: Planning for Security in the Design, Deployment, and Operation of IT Systems
Jul 2, 2014
In this video Keith Barker and Scott Morris discuss the importance of security as part of the design, deployment and operations of information system today.
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Cisco Networking Academy Switched Networks Companion Guide: VLANs
Jun 25, 2014
This chapter covers how to configure, manage, and troubleshoot VLANs and VLAN trunks. It also examines security considerations and strategies relating to VLANs and trunks, and best practices for VLAN design.
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Warmup for the CCIE Troubleshooting Lab 1
Jun 20, 2014
This chapter details the equipment requirements and pre-lab tasks to help you prepare for the troubleshooting portion of the CCIE Routing and Switching exam.
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Introduction to 31 Days Before Your CCNA Routing and Switching Exam
May 19, 2014
Allan Johnson provides a list of recommended resources to assist in your preparation for taking the CCNA Routing and Switching Exam. He also provides a brief introduction to the CCNA 200-201 Exam itself.
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CCNA Routing and Switching Practice and Study Guide: Link Aggregation
May 16, 2014
To help you prepare for the ICND2 200-101 Certification Exam, this chapter explains the concepts behind and configuration strategies for link aggregation: creating one logical link using multiple physical links between two devices.
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CCNA Routing and Switching Practice and Study Guide: LAN Redundancy
May 15, 2014
To help you prepare for the ICND2 200-101 Certification Exam, this chapter investigates how Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) logically blocks physical loops in the network and how STP has evolved into a robust protocol that rapidly calculates which ports should be blocked in a VLAN-based network.
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CCNA Routing and Switching Practice and Study Guide: Introduction to Scaling Networks
May 14, 2014
To help you prepare for the ICND2 200-101 Certification Exam, this chapter covers the hierarchical network design model, the Cisco Enterprise Architecture modules, and appropriate device selections that you can use to systematically design a highly functional network.
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The Art of Network Architecture: Applying Modularity
May 12, 2014
This chapter focuses on why we use specific design patterns to implement modularity, discussing specifically why we should use hierarchical design to create a modular network design, why we should use overlay networks to create virtualization, and the results of virtualization as a mechanism to provide modularity.
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Cisco Networking Academy Connecting Networks Companion Guide: Hierarchical Network Design
May 9, 2014
This chapter introduces network design concepts, principles, models, and architectures. It covers the benefits that are obtained by using a systematic design approach.
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Cisco Networking Academy Connecting Networks Companion Guide: Point-to-Point Connections
May 8, 2014
This chapter covers the terms, technology, and protocols used in serial connections, introducing the High-Level Data Link Control (HDLC) and Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP).
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Cisco Networking Academy Connecting Networks Companion Guide: Connecting to the WAN
May 7, 2014
Different technologies are used for WANs than for LANs. This chapter introduces WAN standards, technologies, and purposes. It covers selecting the appropriate WAN technologies, services, and devices to meet the changing business requirements of an evolving enterprise.
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Cisco Networking Academy's Introduction to Scaling Networks
Apr 17, 2014
This chapter introduces strategies that can be used to systematically design a highly functional network, such as the hierarchical network design model, the Cisco Enterprise Architecture, and appropriate device selections.
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CCNA Wireless 640-722 Cert Guide: Planning Coverage with Wireless APs
By David Hucaby
Apr 15, 2014
This chapter explains how wireless coverage can be adjusted and grown to scale over a greater area and a greater number of clients.
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Cisco Networking Academy's Introduction to VLANs
Apr 7, 2014
This chapter will cover how to configure, manage, and troubleshoot VLANs and VLAN trunks. It will also examine security considerations and strategies relating to VLANs and trunks, and best practices for VLAN design.