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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

(85 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

1 month at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

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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42 practice exercises

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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: General Networking
Category: TCP/IP
Category: OSI Models
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Computer Networking
Category: Command-Line Interface
Category: Networking Hardware
Category: Network Architecture
Category: Network Administration
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: Network Routing
Category: Network Planning And Design

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: Network Routing
Category: Network Switches
Category: Routing Protocols
Category: Network Troubleshooting
Category: Network Protocols
Category: OSI Models
Category: Networking Hardware
Category: Network Administration
Category: Local Area Networks
Category: TCP/IP
Category: Network Infrastructure
Category: Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
Category: System Configuration

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: Network Troubleshooting
Category: Network Security
Category: Network Routing
Category: Wide Area Networks
Category: Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
Category: Network Switches
Category: Network Administration
Category: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Category: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Category: Threat Management
Category: Multiprotocol Label Switching
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Threat Detection
Category: Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

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: Software-Defined Networking
Category: Ansible
Category: Encryption
Category: Network Monitoring
Category: Cloud Computing
Category: Virtualization
Category: Network Security
Category: Wireless Networks
Category: Network Protocols
Category: Event Monitoring
Category: Network Architecture
Category: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Category: Generative AI
Category: Network Performance Management
Category: Restful API

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