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A typical entry in Cisco's Certification Training Series, Designing Cisco Networks is jammed with good technology and business information. Intended as an accompaniment to an eponymous course that is part of the Cisco Certified Design Associate certificate program, the book's goal is to provide a blueprint for designing networks for small and medium-size companies. And it does a good job of that, even though it's never clear how the editor, the technical reviewers, or Cisco define that particular market segment.

Because the authors assume a fairly sophisticated level of networking knowledge, they buzz through the basics--technologies, protocols, and devices--in the first chapter. This section, and the rest of the book for that matter, is characterized by pithy phrasing that leaves no room for interpretation, which is a blessing for this type of publication. For example, local area networks (LANs) are given these attributes: "fast, belongs to you, is there all the time."

Later sections deal with the steps involved in characterizing an existing network and determining how to update it for the customer's needs. Obvious but good points are made, such as identifying technological and business-related bottlenecks. In addition, readers are pointed to a series of tools, such as NetFlow and CiscoWorks, that can help with network assessment and design. From there, the inner workings of developing a network technology are explored, as is the challenge of figuring out which protocols, devices, and management tools and strategies make the most sense for the environment. Case studies and sample CCDA test questions are woven throughout the book, and it wraps up with 12 appendices on topics such as PIX firewalls and DNS spoofing, plus a glossary. --Sarah L. Roberts-Witt

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Designing Cisco Networks is an in-depth and direct extension of the DCN course sold through Cisco Systems. The DCN course is recommended training for CCDA and CCDP certification candidates. Designing Cisco Networks serves as a supplement for those who have purchased or will purchase the course materials, and as a replacement for networking professionals who choose not to purchase the course. As well as certification preparation, Designing Cisco Networks serves as a terrific study tool and reference for those individuals desiring to become proficient in network design. Designing Cisco Networks focuses on small- to medium-sized networks. After completing this book, readers will be able to identify customer needs, design LAN and WAN network structures, create network management strategies, write design documents, and build and test prototypes and pilots. Case studies, exercises, and a sample CCDA Sylvan exam help reinforce the concepts covered in each chapter. There are no books available today which can compete with the official Cisco training class materials provided in this coursebook.

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5.0 out of 5 stars This book is excellent., July 8 2001

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CHAROEN (Thailand) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Designing Cisco Networks (Hardcover)

I passed the CCDA exam recently by using this book for my preparation. This book has everything needed for the exam. It includes all topics, case studies, and a sample exam. Although it has too much details in some chapters, it is useful for you to understand the material better. The CCDA exam is rather hard. It consists of 4 - 5 case studies, topics about designing Cisco networks and internetworking technology. There are 72 questions within 2.5 hours. The lowest score to pass the exam is 755/1,000. Think carefully before answering the question because it cannot be altered again after that.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting exposure into Cisco Internetworking Design....., April 24 2001

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Mark Crosby "Mark" (Essex, UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Designing Cisco Networks (Hardcover)

Need CCNA background/knowledge to fully understand and thoroughly enjoy. For the DCN exam also read the appendices!!

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4.0 out of 5 stars CCDA - It's whats for dinner., Feb 17 2001

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"it_countryboy" (O-HI-O) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Designing Cisco Networks (Hardcover)

I wish I could give this book 5 stars but, I can't. It's kind of hard to read and understand the layout of the subjects. However, the material is good once you do grasp the layout. Maybe, I'm a little thick for this field,....who knows? Anyway, I used this book and only this book to prep for exam. I passed with an 870 which is above the 745 minimum. I'm also a CCNA. It might do one good to get that CCNA first before wrestling this critter. I have to mention that this book emphasizes "Good Design Principle," using Cisco equipment to give the network design, "functionality". The design principle in the book is out-freaking-standing. One could use these concepts in any network design.

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but, once you get the CCDA, you will find out that not too many IT Recruiters or employers know what it is. I have had several IT Recruiters and employers ask me what the acronym CCDA means. You can tell them that this is one more link in the chain to achieve your CCIE. They will understand that, believe me.

Buy the book, understand the case studies(35-40% of real exam), go down and get that certification.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Good Resource for CCDA
I recently took the CCDA exam, and passed with the help of this book as well as Todd Lammle's CCDA book. Read more

Published on Dec 2 2000 by Alysse Nockels

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for understanding network design & CCDA cert
I read this book at least couple of times before appearing for the CCDA test. This book is all you need for the CCDA test. Read more