{"product_id":"9781587058493","title":"Cisco LAN Switching Fundamentals (paperback)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe essential guide for understanding Ethernet switched networks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand various Ethernet technologies from 10BASE-T to Gigabit Ethernet \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn about common switching modes, paths, and architectures \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelve into the Cisco Catalyst switch architecture and examine the various Catalyst switch models, including the 6000\/6500, 4500, and 3750 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecome familiar with VLAN concepts, including types of trunks, VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP), and private VLANs \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnderstand Multilayer Switching (MLS) and the various hardware components that make MLS work \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to configure Cisco Catalyst switches in both native and hybrid mode \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImplement QoS on Cisco Catalyst switches \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeploy multicast features and protocols, including PIM, IGMP snooping, and CGMP \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilize data link layer features such as BPDU Guard, BPDU Filter, Root Guard, Loop Guard, RSTP, and MST \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluate design and configuration best practices \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to manage LANs and troubleshoot common problems\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocal-area networks (LANs) are becoming increasingly congested and overburdened because of a dramatic increase in traffic, faster CPUs and operating systems, and more network-intensive applications. Many organizations that use network and computing technology use LAN switching to take advantage of high-speed traffic forwarding and improved performance of traditional Ethernet technologies that don't require costly wiring upgrades or time-consuming host reconfiguration. \u003ci\u003eCisco LAN Switching Fundamentals\u003c\/i\u003e provides administrators of campus networks with the most up-to-date introduction to LAN switching within a traditional Ethernet environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCisco LAN Switching Fundamentals\u003c\/i\u003e presents an in-depth look at modern campus network requirements. It provides an easy-to-understand introduction to LAN switching best practices using Cisco Catalyst switches. This book provides you with a wealth of details on the architecture, operation, and configuration of the Cisco Catalyst family of switches. You learn about a wide range of topics, including quality of service (QoS), multicast, Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP), Multiple Spanning Tree (MST), private virtual LANs (VLANs), and configuration using the native and hybrid software interfaces. Design advice and configuration examples are discussed liberally throughout the book to provide you with the best perspective on effective deployment techniques. Finally, the book wraps up with a discussion of steps necessary to troubleshoot common problems and optimize LAN performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are looking for an introduction to LAN switching principles and practices or a Cisco Catalyst configuration and troubleshooting reference, this book provides you with the invaluable insight you need to design and manage high-performance campus networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cisco Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47040939458800,"sku":"9781587058493","price":68.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9781587058493_p0.jpg?v=1763784468","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781587058493","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}