Cisco Networking Academy

The CCNA 640-802 Exam End-of-Life date applies to Academies too, so schools will begin to adopt the new v5 curriculum in Fall 2013 and complete the change by Summer 2014. Books for the CCNA Discovery and Exploration v4.1 are still available until the curriculum is retired by Cisco; see all available ISBNs and/or download the v4.1 At-a-Glance Flyer.

All Companion Guides, Learning Guides, and Foundation Learning Guides are now available to purchase in eBook formats. Order them from your favorite retailer for your Kindle or Nook or buy them directly from ciscopress.com.

IT Essentials
• IT Essentials Companion Guide, 5th Edition

CCNA Discovery
• Networking for Home and Small Businesses Learning Guide
• Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP Learning Guide
• Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise Learning Guide
• Designing and Supporting Computer Networks Learning Guide

CCNA Exploration
• Network Fundamentals Companion Guide
• Routing Protocols and Concepts Companion Guide
• LAN Switching and Wireless Companion Guide
• Accessing the WAN Companion Guide

CCNP
• CCNP ROUTE Foundation Learning Guide
• CCNP SWITCH Foundation Learning Guide
• CCNP TSHOOT Foundation Learning Guide

Also note that the eBooks are now available in CourseSmart! CourseSmart Textbooks Online is an exciting new choice for students looking to save money. As an alternative to purchasing the print textbook, students can subscribe to the same content online and save up to 50% off the suggested list price of the print text. With a CourseSmart etextbook, students can search the text, make notes online, print out reading assignments that incorporate lecture notes, and bookmark important passages for later review. For more information, or to subscribe to the CourseSmart eTextbook, visit www.coursesmart.com.

Click the relevant curriculum topic on the right to find specific resources for your classes, or refer to the At-A-Glance brochure. Download the Cisco Press At-A-Glance Fall 2013 Brochure and read the Frequently Asked Questions: Cisco Networking Academy CCNA.

Find instructor resources, connect with your sales representatives, request review copies, and find out about special programs for educators on our Instructor Resource area.

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Video Podcasts for Networking, Certification, and Security Professionals from Cisco Press

 

OnCertification
Study tips, reviews, screencasts, and conversations with IT certification insiders on certification test-prep technologies for IT Certification, Career Development, MCSE, CCNA, and CompTIA.

Playing with the CCENT Network Simulator
See how Pearson's new CCENT Network Simulator works. If you are preparing for Cisco certification and wish you had a cost-effective way to practice your IOS skills, look no further!

Introduction to Cert Flash Cards Online
Many IT certification students craft paper flash cards for themselves as a late-stage test-prep study aid. Pearson's new Cert Flash Cards Online product makes flash card review easy and (dare we say it) fun!

A "Fireside Chat" Concerning the New CCNA Concentrations
Tim Warner introduces the three new CCNA specializations: CCNA Voice, CCNA Security, and CCNA Wireless.

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OnNetworking
Conversations & tips from leading technologists and best-selling authors across a wide range of networking disciplines: administration, VoIP, security, architecture, and support.

Recent Episodes:
• Interview with the authors of TCL Scripting for Cisco IOS, Raymond Blair and John Lautmann
• Interview with the author of Doing Both, Inder Sidhu
• Interview with the authors of SIP Trunking, Darryl Sladden and Christina Hattingh
• Interview with the author of NX-OS and Cisco Nexus Switching, David Jansen
• Interview with the authors of Cisco ASA, Jazib Frahim and Omar Santos

See All Episodes and Subscribe at www.informit.com/onnetworking.

 

OnSecurity
Conversations & tips from the world’s leading security experts across network, system, & software security topics: building secure software, testing, metrics, firewalls, and more.

From Greg Abelar, author of Security Threat Mitigation and Response: Understanding Cisco Security MARS

• Security Threat Mitigation and Response
• The Cost of Network Security
• Securing Your Business With Cisco ASA and PIX Firewalls

 See All Episodes and Subscribe at www.informit.com/onsecurity.

 

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LMU Alumni Networking Mixer in Pasadena

The LMU Alumni Association invites you to enjoy a summer evening of networking, tasty appetizers and great conversation at El Portal in Pasadena.

Reconnect with old friends and expand your personal and professional circles among others who share your special LMU bond. Bring your business cards and take advantage of the lifelong benefit of being a Lion!

The LMU Alumni Association would like to extend a special thank you to Justin Hornick '06 for serving as our alumni host for this event.

When:
Thursday, July 18, 2013
6 - 8 p.m.

Where:
El Portal
695 E. Green Street
Pasadena, CA 91101

Cost:
$10 per person, includes hosted appetizers and a cash bar.
*A portion of the alumni ticket price will support LMU’s Greatest Needs

Parking and Directions:
Parking is available on site in the lot adjacent to the restaurant. El Portal will validate for 1 hour, and nominal fees apply thereafter. Click here for a map and more information.

RSVP:
Click here to register by July 14, 2013.

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