Cisco-approved study materials for the Networking Academies course, written by the course developer!

Expanded CD-ROM - To include interactive e-Lab activities, over 400 CCNA preparation questions, and more!

Increased integration across print products for more effective learning resource. The First Year Companion Guide, Second Edition is the updated and improved text/CD-based companion to the first and second semester, version 2.1of the Cisco Networking Academy Program. This multi-million dollar bestseller, supports and reinforces the on-line learning for the Academy, along with topics pertaining to CCNA certification. The first year guide provides and in-depth discussion of the OSI reference model layers and path determination, in addition to the configuration details for IP routing and addressing, subnetting topics, and basic router configuration and operation. Included in the Second Edition are exclusive chapters on advanced-technology coverage, additional learning aids including an OSI model, cable length and type, binary model, and conversion tear-out cards for easy student reference. The Second Edition contains an expanded CD-ROM to include interactive e-Labs, 400 CCNA preparation questions, and Real Media movies and animations designed to reinforce book topics.