CCNA textbook?

[saimike]

hi there,

i'm looking for recommendations for CCNA textbook(s) to prep for the test. i'm not inclined to take classes for various reasons, besides i have access to various cisco routers at work (6509, 4006, 35xx, etc) that i can play with (after asking for permission of course), i think i should have sufficient hands on time.

any pointers would be useful. thanks!

 

[Cooky]

I highly recommand the study guide from Sybex: BookpoolLink
That book and two 2500 routers helped me get my CCNA last year. In your case it's even better, with multiple different series of routers.

 

[JW310]

Originally posted by: Cooky
I highly recommand the study guide from Sybex: BookpoolLink
That book and two 2500 routers helped me get my CCNA last year. In your case it's even better, with multiple different series of routers.

I second the Sybex book. It's the book I used when studying for the CCNA. Along with the equipment access you have, that book should serve you well.

JW

 

[azev]

CCNA prep book from cisco press also very recomended.

 

[imported_JFG]

cbtnuggets worked fine for me

 

[xyyz]

the todd lamele book is loved by everyone, save me. it's worth a look.

 

[saimike]

thanks guys. that should get me started.

keep the suggestions coming!

 

[saimike]

i ended up with the todd lamale book. having had some college network classes, it was a pain to read the theoretical parts (chp1,2,3) ... he's too chatty: "This is the good part -- ready?" ---- GAWD, just tell me already. i wish he was more succint, and write in a more academic style (like how professors write college textbooks).

just my thoughts after 3chp's. hopefully the other parts will be more engaging.

 

[Cooky]

If you prefer books written by professors, perhaps you should stay in school...just kidding.

Seriously, I had problems reading textbooks in college and grad school...I think the CCNA book is far better than the textbooks. Subject wise.

If you think the book is too theoratical, wait till you read the books I had, talking about how to calculate Erlang and queing theory...

 

[saimike]

Originally posted by: Cooky
If you prefer books written by professors, perhaps you should stay in school...just kidding.

Seriously, I had problems reading textbooks in college and grad school...I think the CCNA book is far better than the textbooks. Subject wise.

If you think the book is too theoratical, wait till you read the books I had, talking about how to calculate Erlang and queing theory...

perhaps i'm just ur ivory tower academic, gimme little's theorem any ay 🙂

i just much prefer academic language vs todd lamale's chatty writing style. i dont think his book is theoretical at all, but the first 3 chp covered stuff like osi etc, which is the theoretical parts of networking which is covered in any college senior class -- he's teaching people how to count in binary for goodness sake!

 

[bobcpg]

If i'm looking to get this book should i consider the 5th edition that doesn't include the Virtual LAB?

HERE

 

[Cooky]

I strongly suggest some hands-on practice.
Unless you've had plenty of experience or have access to equipment, you should get the one w/ Virtual Lab.

 

[bobcpg]

Originally posted by: Cooky
I strongly suggest some hands-on practice.
Unless you've had plenty of experience or have access to equipment, you should get the one w/ Virtual Lab.

Is the 5th edition better otherwise?

 

[bobcpg]

Originally posted by: bobcpg

Originally posted by: Cooky
I strongly suggest some hands-on practice.
Unless you've had plenty of experience or have access to equipment, you should get the one w/ Virtual Lab.

Is the 5th edition better otherwise?

Anyone?