CCNA Security 640-554 Official Cert Guide presents an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. “Do I Know This Already?” quizzes open each chapter and enable the reader to decide how much time he or she needs to spend on each section. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help drill key concepts that must known thoroughly.

CCNA Security 640-554

Official Cert Guide

Keith Barker, CCIE® No. 6783

Scott Morris, CCIE® No. 4713

ISBN: 1587204460

CCNA Security 640-554 Official Cert Guide is a best of breed Cisco exam study guide that focuses specifically on the objectives for the CCNA Security IINS exam. Cisco Certified Internetwork Experts (CCIE) Keith Barker and Scott Morris share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics.

CCNA Security 640-554 Official Cert Guide presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. “Do I Know This Already?” quizzes open each chapter and enable you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section. A list of official exam topics make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly.

The companion CD-ROM contains the powerful Pearson IT Certification Practice Test engine that enables you to focus on individual topic areas or take complete, timed exams. The assessment engine also tracks your performance and provides feedback on a chapter-by-chapter basis, laying out a complete assessment of your knowledge to help you focus your study where it is needed most. The CD also contains 90 minutes of video training on CCP, NAT, object groups, ACLs, port security on a Layer 2 switch, CP3L, and zone-based firewalls.

Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this official study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time.

CCNA Security 640-554 Official Cert Guide is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press. To find out more about instructor-led training, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.

The official study guide helps you master all the topics on the CCNA Security IINS exam, including

--    Network Foundation Protection (NFP)

--    Cisco Configuration Professional (CCP)

--    Management plane security

--    AAA security

--    Layer 2 security threats

--    IPv6 security

--    Threat mitigation and containment

--    ACLs and NAT

--    Cisco IOS zone-based firewalls and ASA firewalls

--    Intrusion prevention/detection systems

--    PKI and cryptography

--    Site-to-site IPsec VPNs and SSL VPNs

Companion CD-ROM

The CD-ROM contains two free, complete practice exams and 90 minutes of video training.

COVER Bullets

--    Master CCNA Security 640-554 exam topics

--    Assess your knowledge with chapter-opening quizzes

--    Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks

--    Practice with realistic exam questions on the CD-ROM

--    Learn from 90 minutes of video training