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Take your first step to CCNA certification From bestselling author Todd Lammle comes the most up-to-date book on CCNA exam 640-821, the first exam in Cisco's popular two-exam Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification track. Understand networking for the small or home office market, prepare for the exam, and acquire the skills you need with this comprehensive guide. Inside you'll find: Complete coverage of all exam objectives in a systematic approach, so you can be confident you're getting the instruction you need Practical hands-on exercises to reinforce critical skills Real-world scenarios that show you life beyond the classroom and put what you've learned in the context of actual job roles Challenging review questions in each chapter to prepare you for exam day Exam Essentials, a key feature at the end of each chapter that identifies critical areas you must become proficient in before taking exam 640-821 A handy tear card that maps every official exam objective to the corresponding chapter in the book, so you can track your exam prep objective by objective Look inside for complete coverage of all exam objectives. Featured on the CD SYBEX TEST ENGINE: Test your knowledge with advanced testing software. Includes all chapter review questions and bonus exams. ELECTRONIC FLASHCARDS: Reinforce your understanding with flashcards that can run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld. Also on CD, you'll find preview editions of the CCNA Video Series and the CCNA Audio Series from author Todd Lammle, as well as the entire book in searchable and printable PDF. Study anywhere, any time, and approach the exam with confidence.

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AutoCAD is the leading software tool for creating technical and architectural drawings, but it definitely doesn't lead in the «easy to master» category. That's why there's AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies—the perfect way to break a complex topic into bite-size, easy-to-understand pieces. Once you get the hang of using AutoCAD and its slightly less feature-rich cousin, AutoCAD LT, you discover that it offers wonderful advantages. AutoCAD allows you to Create precision to 14 significant digits Re-use portions of your drawings by copying and pasting Draw things full size and print your drawings in any scale Produce drawings that are easier to read when reduced Electronically share and distribute drawings Design in 2D or 3D So obviously, the trick is to speed up that «getting the hang of it» process. That's where AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies comes in especially handy. Ten easy-to-follow minibooks cover every aspect of AutoCAD, including the latest features of AutoCAD 2007, so you can find just what you need to know quickly and easily. You'll get the scoop on AutoCAD basics, such as setting up drawings, finding your way around the interface, and using all the tools Drawing and modifying objects in 2D and annotating your drawings 3D modeling and viewing, working with solids and surfaces, and rendering Understanding how AutoCAD LT differs from AutoCAD and deciding which program you need Advanced drafting skills, including organizing drawings, working with blocks, and using AutoCAD utilities Setting up your drawings for plotting to paper and publishing Sharing your drawings online for collaboration Customizing and programming AutoCAD to make it work the way you want it to In the familiar, friendly For Dummies fashion, AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies gives you plain-English explanations and step-by-step directions. Written by a pair of AutoDesk Authorized Authors, this handy guide will help make your relationship with AutoCAD a happy and productive one.

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Here's the book you need to prepare for Exam 642-501, Securing Cisco IOS Networks (SECUR). This Study Guide provides: In-depth coverage of every SECUR exam objective Practical information on Cisco security solutions Hundreds of challenging practice questions, in the book and on the CD Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a testing engine, and electronic flashcards Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Basic Cisco Router Security Advanced AAA Security for Cisco Router Networks Cisco Router Threat Mitigation Cisco IOS Firewall CBAC Configuration Cisco IOS Firewall Authentication Proxy Configuration Cisco IOS Firewall IDS Configuration Building Basic IPSec Using Cisco Routers Building Advanced IPSec VPNs Using Cisco Routers and Certificate Authorities Configuring Cisco Remote Access IPSec VPNs Managing Enterprise VPN Routers Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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Here's the book you need to prepare for Exam 70-294, Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure. This Study Guide provides: In-depth coverage of every exam objective Practical information on planning, implementing, and maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Active Directory infrastructure Hundreds of challenging practice questions Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a test engine, electronic flashcards, and simulation software Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Planning and implementing an active directory infrastructure Managing and maintaining an active directory infrastructure Planning and implementing user, computer, and group strategies Planning and implementing group policy Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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Here's the book you need to prepare for Oracle's 10g upgrade exam, Oracle Database 10g: New Features for Administrators (1Z0-040). This Study Guide was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's Oracle certification candidates. In addition to the consistent and accessible instructional approach that has earned Sybex the «Best Study Guide» selection in CertCities Readers Choice Awards for two consecutive years, this book provides: Clear and concise information on the enhancements included in Oracle 10g Practical examples and insights drawn from the authors' real-world experiences Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a test engine and electronic flashcards You'll also find authoritative coverage of key exam topics, including: Installing and Configuring the Server Loading and Unloading Data Tuning Applications Supporting Analytical Applications Backing Up and Recovering Data Automating Data Storage Management Applying Security Policies Supporting Upgrade Paths to Oracle 10g Look to Sybex for the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in today's competitive IT marketplace. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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Here's the book you need to prepare for CompTIA's i-Net+ Exam. This Sybex Study Guide provides: Full coverage of every exam objective Practical information on network hardware Hundreds of challenging review questions, in the book and on the CD Leading-edge exam preparation software, including a testing engine and electronic flashcards Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Internet Basics Web Site Development Performance Monitoring Networking Fundamentals Internet Security E-Business Concepts Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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AutoCAD 2007 is a premiere computer-aided designing program that lets you organize the objects you draw, their properties, and their files. It also helps you create great-looking models. But it’s not always easy to figure out how to perform these functions, and many users end up missing out on AutoCAD’s full potential. AutoCAD 2007 For Dummies will show you how to perform these tasks and more! This hands-on guide lets you discover how to navigate around all the complications and start creating cool drawings in no time. Soon you’ll have the tools you need to use DWG, set up drawings, add text, and work with lines, as well as: Draw a base plate with rectangles and circles Organize a successful template Zoom and pan with glass and hand Use the AutoCAD design center Navigate through your 3-D drawing projects Plot layout, lineweights, and colors Design block definitions Slice and dice your drawings to create new designs Create a Web format using AutoCAD This book also features suggestions and tips on how to touch up your creations as well as ways to swap drawing data with other people and programs. Written in a friendly, straightforward tone that doesn’t try to overwhelm you, AutoCAD 2007 For Dummies shows you the fun and easy way to draw precise 2-D and 3-D drawings!

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Here's the book you need to prepare for Cisco's Secure Intrusion Detection (CSIDS) and SAFE Implementation (CSI) exams. This Study Guide was developed to meet the exacting requirements of today's certification candidates. In addition to the focused and accessible instructional approach that has earned Sybex the «Best Study Guide» designation in the 2003 CertCities Readers Choice Awards, this two-in-one Study Guide provides: Focused coverage on working with a Cisco Intrustion Detection System and SAFE Implemtation Practical examples and insights drawn from real-world experience Leading-edge exam preparation software, including the Sybex testing engine and electronic flashcards for your Palm Authoritative coverage of all exam objectives, including: Secure Intrusion Detection: Designing a Cisco IDS protection solution Installing and configuring a Cisco IDS Sensor Tuning and customizing signatures to work optimally in specific environments Performing device management of supported blocking devices Performing maintenance operations Monitoring a protection solution for small and medium networks Managing a large scale deployment of Cisco IDS Sensors SAFE Implementation Security Fundamentals Architectural Overview Cisco Security Portfolio SAFE Small Network Design SAFE Medium Network Design SAFE Remote-User Network Implementation Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.

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With Microsoft's release of Windows Server 2008 and a new generation of certification exams, IT administrators have more reason than ever to certify their expertise in the world's leading server software. Inside, find the full coverage you need to prepare for Exam 70-640: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory, Configuring, one of three specializations in the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification track. You'll find full coverage of all exam objectives, practical exercises, real-world scenarios, challenging review questions, and more. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.

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Qualified SharePoint administrators are in demand, and what better way to show your expertise in this growing field than with Microsoft's new MCTS: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007, Configuration certification. Inside, find everything you need to prepare for exam 70-630, including full coverage of exam topics—such as configuring content management, managing business intelligence, and more—as well as challenging review questions, real-world scenarios, practical exercises, and a CD with advanced testing software. For Instructors: Teaching supplements are available for this title.