Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

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It's safe to say that I absolutely LOVE the CCNA certification.  It continues to change the lives of engineers worldwide, and I'm excited to be helping new engineers earn their CCNA certifications.

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Take a closer look at the 200-301 CCNA v1.1 exam update, get tips for exam success, and track down the latest learning resources.

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Go behind the scenes of the new CCNA 2.1 Learning Path, updated to align with the 200-301 CCNA v1.1 exam available for testing this August.

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How should network engineers be thinking about and using AI right now, and what to could they expect for the future? Here, we focus on one surprising use case that I found to be a bit exciting: Using AI to peer review your work. Buckle up, and let's check it out.

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Read how Ying Ying overcame language barriers and lack of IT expertise to transform her life and career as a migrant from China to Australia, and went on to inspire others as an educator through Cisco Networking Academy.

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Important updates are coming soon to Cisco’s flagship certification. This August, the updated CCNA v1.1 exam will test candidates on Generative AI, Cloud Network Management, and Machine Learning.

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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.

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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.

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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.