• Understand the basics of the IPsec protocol and learn implementation best practices

• Study up-to-date IPsec design, incorporating current Cisco innovations in the security and...

* Study various optical communication principles as well as communication methodologies in an optical fiber
* Design and evaluate optical components in a DWDM network
* Learn about the effects of noise in signal...

Virtual private networks (VPNs) enable organizations to connect offices or other sites over the Internet or a service provider network and allow mobile or home-based users to enjoy the same level of productivity as those who are in the same physical location as the central network. However, with so many flavors of VPNs available,...

• Provides an overview of the security components used to design proactive network security

• Helps network security...

• Master the basics of VoIP (Voice over IP) implementation, management and troubleshooting

• Prepare for the...

* Understand the basics of PSTN services and IP signaling protocols, including SS7
* Learn how VoIP can run the same applications as the existing telephony system, but in a more cost-efficient and scalable manner
* Delve into such VoIP topics as jitter, latency,...

• Presents the business drivers for network virtualization and the major challenges facing network designers today

• Shows how to use...

Troubleshooting Virtual Private Networks presents a systematic troubleshooting methodology for network engineers, administrators, and architects tasked with managing and deploying Cisco IOS VPNs. With eight self-contained chapters designed to facilitate rapid and straightforward troubleshooting,...

With the myriad Cisco® security products available today, you need access to a comprehensive source of defensive troubleshooting strategies to protect your enterprise network. Cisco Network Security Troubleshooting Handbook can single-handedly help you analyze current and potential network...