The good news is if you're working toward any current CCNA certification, keep going. You have until February 24, 2020 to complete your current CCNA. If you already have CCENT/ICND1 certification and would like to earn CCNA, you have until February 23, 2020 to complete your CCNA certification in the current program. Likewise, if you're thinking of completing the current CCENT/ICND1, ICND2, or CCNA Routing and Switching certification, you can still complete them between now and February 23, 2020.

Lay the foundation for a successful career in network security

CCNA Security Study Guide offers comprehensive review for Exam 210-260. Packed with concise explanations of core security concepts, this book is designed to help you successfully prepare for the exam. Expert instruction guides you through critical concepts relating to secure network infrastructure, access management, VPN encryption, Firewalls, intrusion prevention and more, with complete coverage of the CCNA exam objectives. Practical examples allow you to apply your skills in real-world scenarios, helping you transition effectively from "learning" to "doing". You also get access to the Sybex online learning environment, featuring the tools you need to maximize your study time: key terminology and flash cards allow you to study anytime, anywhere, while chapter tests and practice exams help you track your progress and gauge your readiness along the way.

The CCNA Security certification tests your knowledge of secure network installation, monitoring, and troubleshooting using Cisco security hardware and software solutions. When you're ready to get serious about preparing for the exam, this book gives you the advantage of complete coverage, real-world application, and extensive learning aids to help you pass with confidence.

Master Cisco security essentials, standards, and core technologies
Work through practical examples drawn from real-world examples
Track your progress with online study aids and self-tests
Develop critical competencies in maintaining data integrity, confidentiality, and availability

Earning your CCNA Security certification validates your abilities in areas that define careers including network security, administrator, and network security support engineer. With data threats continuing to mount, the demand for this skill set will only continue to grow--and in an employer's eyes, a CCNA certification makes you a true professional. CCNA Security Study Guide is the ideal preparation resource for candidates looking to not only pass the exam, but also succeed in the field.

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Troy McMillan, CCNA, CCNP, CISSP, CASP, Security+, writes practice tests, study guides, and online course material for Kaplan IT Cert Prep. As a trainer and consultant with over 30 industry certifications, he delivers training in both live and video formats.

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Covers 100% of exam objectives, including secure network infrastructure, understanding core security concepts, managing secure access, VPN encryption, firewalls, intrusion prevention, web and email content security, endpoint security, and much more... Includes online interactive learning environment with: +2 custom practice exams
+100 electronic flashcards
+Searchable key term glossary Complete, practical, real-world preparation for the CCNA exam The CCNA Security Study Guide offers comprehensive preparation for Exam 210-260, with expert coverage of all exam objectives and a robust tool kit of learning aids. Providing explanation and insight into the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of secure networks, this guide helps candidates develop the technological competency they need to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. Practical examples give you a real-world understanding of critical security issues, and access to the Sybex online interactive learning environment provides chapter tests, electronic flashcards, practice exams, and more to help you maximize your study time while building skills and confidence. Coverage of 100% of all exam objectives in this Study Guide means you'll be ready for:

Security Concepts and Network Topologies
Access Management and Authentication
VPN and Remote Access
Routing and Switching, and VLAN Security
Cisco Firewall Technology Configuration
IPS Configuration, Deployment, and Security
Content and Endpoint Security Interactive learning environment Take your exam prep to the next level with Sybex's superior interactive online study tools. To access our learning environment, simply visit www.wiley.com/go/sybextestprep, type in your unique PIN, and instantly gain access to: FREE access to Sybex's online interactive learning environment for one year. Test bank with 2 practice exams. Practice exams help you identify areas where further review is needed. Get more than 90% of the answers correct, and you're ready to take the certification exam. 100 questions total! 100 electronic flashcards to reinforce learning and last-minute prep before the exam Comprehensive, searchable glossary in PDF format gives you instant access to the key terms so you are fully prepared ABOUT THE CCNA PROGRAM The CCNA Security certification program is for network professionals seeking roles as security technicians, administrators, and support engineers. This certification validates skills in Cisco network security testing, deployment, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Candidates must meet Cisco CCENT requirements and have one to three years of experience in the field. Visit www.cisco.com for more information.

Zusammenfassung
Cisco has announced big changes to its certification program.

As of February 24, 2020, all current certifications will be retired, and Cisco will begin offering new certification programs.

Lay the foundation for a successful career in network security

CCNA Security Study Guide offers comprehensive review for Exam 210-260. Packed with concise explanations of core security concepts, this book is designed to help you successfully prepare for the exam. Expert instruction guides you through critical concepts relating to secure network infrastructure, access management, VPN encryption, Firewalls, intrusion prevention and more, with complete coverage of the CCNA exam objectives. Practical examples allow you to apply your skills in real-world scenarios, helping you transition effectively from "learning" to "doing". You also get access to the Sybex online learning environment, featuring the tools you need to maximize your study time: key terminology and flash cards allow you to study anytime, anywhere, while chapter tests and practice exams help you track your progress and gauge your readiness along the way.