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Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified Specialization
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Cisco CCNA 200-301: The Complete Guide to Getting Certified Specialization

Master Cisco Networking Essentials to Earn Your CCNA 200-301 Certification

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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.8

(39 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 month
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Configure and manage Cisco routers and switches to support network functionality.

  • Apply and implement IP addressing and subnetting strategies in network configurations.

  • Analyze and troubleshoot network protocols to ensure proper communication and functionality.

  • Secure and control network devices by managing access controls effectively.

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Specialization - 4 course series

What you'll learn

  • Master OSI and TCP/IP networking models for troubleshooting and design.

  • Navigate and configure Cisco IOS to manage network devices efficiently.

  • Develop subnetting skills, including CIDR, VLSM, and binary conversions.

  • Simulate real-world networking scenarios with Cisco Packet Tracer.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Command-Line Interface
Category: Networking fundamentals
Category: OSI Models
Category: Network Infrastructure
Category: Transport & Network Layer Protocols
Category: Network Routing
Category: Cisco IOS Configuration
Category: System Configuration
Category: Network Traffic Analysis
Category: Network Routers
Category: General Networking
Category: Local Area Networks
Category: Computer Networking
Category: TCP/IP
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Network Switches
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: IP Addressing & Subnetting
Category: Networking Hardware

CCNA Intermediate – Switching, VLANs & Routing

Course 210 hours4.9 (11 ratings)

What you'll learn

  • Understand OSI Layer 1 and 2 concepts, including Ethernet and Cisco devices.

  • Configure and troubleshoot Cisco routers, switches, VLANs, and routing protocols.

  • Master static and dynamic routing, including Equal Cost Multi Path and administrative distance.

  • Apply Cisco’s troubleshooting methodology to diagnose and resolve network issues.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Category: OSI Models
Category: Network Infrastructure
Category: Network Routing
Category: General Networking
Category: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Category: Local Area Networks
Category: Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
Category: Cisco Networking
Category: TCP/IP
Category: Static & Dynamic Routing
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Routing Protocols
Category: VLAN Configuration
Category: ARP & DNS Operations
Category: Network Switches
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: OSI Model Layers 1 & 2

What you'll learn

  • Configure and troubleshoot advanced routing protocols like OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP.

  • Implement VLANs, trunking, EtherChannel, and network security best practices.

  • Deploy WAN technologies such as MPLS, VPNs, and redundancy protocols like HSRP.

  • Strengthen network security using ACLs, DHCP snooping, and cryptographic techniques.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Wide Area Networks
Category: Network Routing
Category: Network Security
Category: Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
Category: VLANs and Inter-VLAN Routing
Category: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Category: Local Area Networks
Category: Network Administration
Category: Computer Networking
Category: Multiprotocol Label Switching
Category: Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Category: TCP/IP
Category: Network Protocols
Category: IPv6 Addressing and Routing
Category: Encryption
Category: Firewall
Category: WAN Connectivity and VPNs
Category: Troubleshooting and Network Optimization
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: Network Switches

What you'll learn

  • Secure Cisco devices using AAA, SSH, and best security practices.

  • Implement network automation with Python, APIs, and Ansible.

  • Configure cloud networking, virtualization, and SD-WAN.

  • Explore AI-driven networking and machine learning applications.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Cisco Device Security
Category: Network Automation
Category: Wide Area Networks
Category: Software-Defined Networking
Category: Generative AI
Category: Network Security
Category: Virtualization
Category: Cloud Networking and Virtualization
Category: Network Performance Management
Category: Wireless Networks
Category: Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
Category: Computer Networking
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Ansible
Category: Configuration Management
Category: Network Monitoring
Category: AI-Driven Network Operations
Category: Firewall
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: IT Automation
Category: Application Programming Interface (API)
Category: Cloud Computing

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