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Summary: Vital
Review: Coming from the network software development area, I decided to change my technical direction 7 month ago; started reading some books about wireless LANs, attended the CWNA class provided by Planet3 Wireless a month later, studied hard using mainly the CWNA Study Guide and then passed the certification test 2 month later.This guide provides a very pragmatic, "hands-on" presentation about what you need to know if you want to deal professionally with wireless LANs. The vendor-neutral character of it expresses the spirit of the wireless LAN technology itself. The book, in combination with the very good CWNA class, is vital to pass the CWNA exam. To have it easier at the certification exam (I choked already at the first question big time ;) , but passed anyway), I recommend to also go through books like "802.11 Wireless Networking" from Mathew Gast, to get wireless LAN aspects shown from different angles.
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Summary: You rock Devin!
Review: Ever since the CNWA announcement, I have searched the internet for all study material. I have taken practice exams and even downloaded the only "study guide" I could find, that was until now. This release seems to be a good source of information as it is written by the CTO of Planet3 Wireless, the creator of the CWNA exam. Having read other material from Devin Arkin and then reading this book I think you'll have a great chance of passing on the first try. Written to the introductory level of technician this book gives you a complete breakdown of the exam objectives. Arkin makes the reading easy to follow along, but at the same fills the pages with detailed explanations. While the book does have over a hundred practice questions, I think for the money a cd should have been included with practice tests. Overall, while a little pricey, it may be worth the buy for the CNWA cert
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Summary: It worked!!!
Review: I bought the book to avoid going to the class and paying thousands of $$$$. It worked!!!
I read and reviewed the book, downloaded and took some practice
tests, and took and passed the exam on the first attempt.
Total cost < $300.
My rating does not indicate anything about the content of the book. It only indicates that I passed the exam with a minimum of headache, heartburn, and cash outlay.
If you want the certification, try it this way first!
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Summary: Superb Text
Review: I can't state it more directly: this text covers exactly you will see on the test. This was my one and only study source, and I got ~90% on the test. Nuf said on that. Even if you're not interested in the CWNA certification, this text is quite adequate in serving as a reference for wireless technologies.
For those who are debating whether this is a worthwhile certification, think of it as a compliment to your Cisco or CompTIA certifications that will give you an edge over those Network Engineers who are only trained in cabled-networks.
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Summary: Great exam review!!!
Review: I have many different certifications including this one, and have read many different certification exam review books. They generally fall into one of two categories. Either they a)throw all of the facts at you so that you can memorise exam answers without comprehension, or b) they go on for pages and pages about information that is of little use and the end result is information overload. This book is c) right on the money! If you are looking to become CWNA certified, and want to pass the exam because you actually understand the material, then this book is for you. No fluff, no "memorise this," just a good foundation in wireless networking with an eye towards passing the certification exam. But be warned, simply reading this book without hands on experience will not do. You either need the companion class, or sufficient experience with a variety of vendors and environments.
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Summary: Very pleased!
Review: I have spent about 4 yrs working in the WLAN and WISP fields. I have been fortunate to gain tons of "hands on" experience. Unfortunately, it was in a very focused and narrow area, IE: one or two vendors and pretty much the same install configuration time after time. I bought this book and attended the week long course in the hopes that I could expand my knowledge base without the monetary investment of buying new types of equipment to test. I am very satisfied with both. I would recommend this text to anyone who is new to the career field or like me, needs to widen their skill set. I truly like the idea of a vendor neutral certification.
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Summary: The only way to pass and excellent information to boot!
Review: I used this study guide in preparing for the CWNA certification (which I passed). Prior to getting the CWNA, I had already obtained a few other WLAN certifications and had purchased several other books. I can honestly say that this program and, in particular, this study guide present the most information and in the clearest way. If you want the certification, then you will have to get this book. Even if you just want a good WLAN reference or to learn more about WLANs, this is one of the books that you MUST have. I consider this to be
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Summary: Excellent Study Guide for PW0-100
Review: I've had the opportunity to correspond with Devin Akin on a couple of technical issues and he really knows his stuff. This book only touches on the knowledge at Planet3 but prepares you well for exam PW0-100. I've read a number of technical study guides and unlike some, this one cuts to the heart of the subject. It's 541 pages of wireless fundamentals, theory and practices in nothing short of a clear presentation. It covers everything from WLAN architecture and security to governing organizations and standards. The book does an excellent job of putting the comprehensive (relatively new) technologies of wireless networking into a concise but very informative perspective. I actually sat for CWNA last year but I studied this book then read through the online practice tests and it was enough to pass the exam. I look forward to hearing more from Devin and Planet3 Wireless.
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Summary: Excellent Study Guide for PW0-100
Review: I've had the opportunity to correspond with Devin Akin on a couple of technical issues and he really knows his stuff. This book only touches on the knowledge at Planet3 but prepares you well for exam PW0-100. I've read a number of technical study guides and unlike some, this one cuts to the heart of the subject. It's 541 pages of wireless fundamentals, theory and practices in nothing short of a clear presentation. It covers everything from WLAN architecture and security to governing organizations and standards. The book does an excellent job of putting the comprehensive (relatively new) technologies of wireless networking into a concise but very informative perspective. I actually sat for CWNA last year but I studied this book then read through the online practice tests and it was enough to pass the exam. I look forward to hearing more from Devin and Planet3 Wireless.
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Summary: One of the best wireless books I've read
Review: Planet3 Wireless does a great job keeping this vendor neutral. It's everything you'll need to pass the CWNA test. Even if you don't want to go through the certification process, you'll find this book covers wireless LAN's from A-Z. I've had the pleasure of meeting one of the writers of this book and was very impressed by his knowledge of the wireless industry.
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