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RFC 2131, DHCP offers IP address and other parameters to IP hosts.
DHCP is a server/client setup where clients are given network addresses and other configuration parameters to dynamically configured hosts.
DHCP supports three mechanisms for IP address allocation:

Static/Automatic allocation – Server leases a permanent IP address to a DHCP client.

Dynamic allocation- Server leases an IP [...]

Cisco Changes up the CCNP Requirements (Again)

Posted on January 29th, 2010 by Joe

Well its seems that, in their constant efforts to improve the certification path for candidate engineers, Cisco has once again changed up the requirements for CCNP and CCNP re-certification.
From the press release Cisco states:
Cisco has updated its Cisco CCNP® certification for network engineers through a comprehensive process involving customers and partners from around the [...]

How to Build Your Cisco Router Lab

Posted on January 6th, 2010 by Joe

Author: Cisco Kits
The Cisco router lab is one of the most difficult labs to build because it touches on so many different pieces of equipment. When you are building your Cisco CCNP lab, it is pretty easy as three Cisco routers and three Cisco switches will put you in a pretty good position at [...]

Well it was bound to happen.  The CCIE has been de-throwned.  No longer is the CCIE the pinnacle of certifications.  There is a new cert in town and its name is Cisco Certified Architect.
I’m actually kind of surprised its taken Cisco this long to come out with a certification that tops the CCIE.  For [...]

Passing Cisco Exams with Pass4Sure and TestKing

Posted on March 3rd, 2009 by Joe

Need to Pass a Cisco Exam? We checked out both TestKing and Pass4Sure exams for study help. Between the two, our review shows which one is slightly better test for passing Cisco Exams. Pass4Sure? or TestKing?

Getting Excellent Training for the CCIE

Posted on December 4th, 2008 by Joe

This week I’m in class to prepare for the Routing and Switching CCIE.  Like many of you out there I’m sure, you have studied on your own for this big Kahuna of all certifications.  I can’t tell you how many times I’ve prepared for the written only to have life get in the way [...]

The 7 Layer OSI Reference Model

Posted on October 10th, 2008 by Joe

Today I’m going to get back to basics and discuss the 7 layer OSI reference model and how it applies to networking.  Most experienced network engineers know the OSI model all to well and most if not all certifications will expect you to know it. So lets unwrap this 7 layer burrito and see [...]

WebLinks for study and help

Posted on June 28th, 2008 by Joe

For those that are studying for their various Cisco certifications I have a few helpful links. These are in no way inclusive but have definitely helped me while studying for tests.
Sadikhov forums
Cisco IOS Packaging
Cisco IOS reference guide
Cisco Price List
Waynes World

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