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Summary: EXACT SAME book as ICND for 640-507
Review: The book didn't change, except for the cover. I compared the 640-507 book with the new one for 640-607 and the info is, page-for-page, exactly the same. You can turn to page XX in one book and the exact same info is on page XX of the other book. See, the ICND material didn't change. The only thing that Cisco changed was the format of the test (640-607 has the material weighted differently; Cisco.com might explain this better) and (I think) the passing score is higher. So, if you want to study for the new test, use the same ICND book, but the NEW Cisco Press study guide for 607 instead of the old 507 guide.
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Summary: EXACT SAME book as ICND for 640-507
Review: The book didn't change, except for the cover. I compared the 640-507 book with the new one for 640-607 and the info is, page-for-page, exactly the same. You can turn to page XX in one book and the exact same info is on page XX of the other book. See, the ICND material didn't change. The only thing that Cisco changed was the format of the test (640-607 has the material weighted differently; Cisco.com might explain this better) and (I think) the passing score is higher. So, if you want to study for the new test, use the same ICND book, but the NEW Cisco Press study guide for 607 instead of the old 507 guide.
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Summary: Adopted as official curriculum
Review: The book has a nice flow to it, all of the key points that will be on the CCNA exam (version 2.0) are covered in enough detail to give the reader an idea of what to expect. Coupled with our hands-on labs, exercises and real-world simulations, which we provide at the University of Minnesota's CCIE Lab, this should be an ideal book for individuals seeking their CCNA certifications.
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Summary: Pretty basic book on Cisco.
Review: The information contained in this book is fairly basic for anyone but a complete beginner. There is no coverage of IP routing protocols. If you want to take it a step (or two) further, check out "Cisco IOS for IP Routing" by Andrew Colton. That book will get you up to speed with dynamic IP routing and should give at least the CCNP level information on Cisco routing.
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Summary: Careful if you think this is the v3.0 exam book...
Review: There is a new version of this book being advertised by Cisco Press under the same ISBN number for exam 640-607... this is *not* it!!! Still useful, but it's plain as day on the cover, this book is for 640-507, not the new exam.What do you use for 640-607? Dunno since Cisco Press is giving the wrong ISBN... tell the world when you find out :)
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Summary: Covers ICND Course Material Well
Review: This book does a great job of covering the 5 day ICND course material. It's a great addition to the instructor taught course. The nice part about this text is that it also covers many of the additional comments that the instructor may add during the course but you forget because you're focusing in on the course material while listening to them. It will definitely assist you in preparing for the CCNA exam plus a very good future reference for an occasional "memory jogger" of the introductory material.
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Summary: Excellent Book For Cisco Introduction !
Review: This book gives you almost everything that you need to start the revolution of Wide Area Network with Cisco Hardware that includes routers, switches and hubs. It gives you the basic Cisco IOS commands as well as the hardware information. If you're new in the WAN area it will provide you a smooth transaction.
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Summary: the official course book
Review: This book is excellent as the first stage of study for the CCNA 2.0 exam. After you take this book, I recommend you get the Cisco CCNA Exam #640-507 Certification Guide (With CD-ROM), which is slightly more advanced. Finish the study by purchasing a few vLabs from Mentor Tech, or if you prefer, buy some routers and get some practice configuring them.
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Summary: ICND Course in a nutshell
Review: This book is not only well written but it helps ensure you understand and retain what you are reading through concept reiteration and questions at the end of each chapter. It is filled with excellent networking information that can certainly help groom you for taking the CCNA test. Unfortunately many readers of this book are under the impression that you can simply read it then pass the CCNA test. The ICND book and course are not designed for that specifically, they are to give you a good overview of Cisco technology and networking concepts, which they do quite well. You really should have access to at least a Cisco router or some sort of networking lab, whether in real life or online if you are interested in applying what you have learned. For those of you interested in going further and taking the CCNA test, I highly recommend the CCNA Exam Certification guide written by CCIE and networking guru Wendell Odom, also by Cisco Press. ISBN: 0-7357-0971-8
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Summary: Excellent book for beginner or CCNA 2.0 prep reference
Review: This book is really great reading material and an excellent source of info for passing the exam. I passed my exam the first time I took it with the help of this book and Todd Lammle's. The layout and the order of how the information was presented was very helpful in bringing me up to speed with Cisco technology. A++
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