CCNA

July 28, 2023

LEARNING

A Technical Look at IPSEC VPN Tunnel Creation

16 min read

Explore the IPSEC VPN tunnel creation process, including "Phase 1" and "Phase 2," how Security Associations are impacted when ACLs identify "interesting traffic," and even the packets involved in the communications.

February 24, 2023

LEARNING

Behind the Scenes of Cisco Exam Security

5 min read

There isn't an easy, short route to passing a Cisco certification exam. Go behind the scenes of the Exam Security Program to learn how the team protects the value and integrity of Cisco certifications through the exam process.

December 16, 2022

LEARNING

5 Steps to Plan Your Cisco Certification Journey like a Project Manager  

4 min read

Learn how to plan your Cisco certification journey like a project manager. Follow these five steps to apply project management skills that can streamline your prep and help you achieve your goals.

December 13, 2022

LEARNING

Certification Roadmaps: A Holistic View to Plan Your Certification Journey

3 min read

Cisco Certification Roadmaps offer a holistic framework that gives you the updated blueprint and exam information across all Cisco certifications.

October 31, 2022

LEARNING

Be on Guard This Spooking Spanning Tree Season

10 min read

Take the scare out of spanning tree with a strong foundation in practical network design and configuration practices. You never know when it might come back to haunt you, just like in Hank's spooky story.

July 7, 2022

LEARNING

New Performance-Based Lab Exam Items Build Opportunities

3 min read

Cisco certification exam candidates now have even more opportunities to demonstrate their knowledge and skills.

March 11, 2022

LEARNING

5 Reasons a Raspberry Pi Belongs in Your Network Lab

10 min read

It's not just for Pi Day! From Pi-powered network services to a network sensor/traffic analysis device or home lab management station, the Raspberry Pi is a flexible workhorse that should be the next worthy addition to your lab.

June 22, 2020

WE ARE CISCO

From Then to Now: How Cisco Impacted My Life

3 min read

Karl shares his journey from studying for the CCNA to working for Duo Security - finding out Cisco had acquired Duo - and working for Cisco!

April 20, 2020

WE ARE CISCO

Finding My Passion for Cybersecurity

3 min read

Joy shares how he didn't quite know what he wanted to do with his life, until a tragic accident changed his outlook. Once he recovered, he worked on obtaining his CCNA, which led him to Cisco!