Wendell Odom, Cisco press author, instructor and blogger was recently a repeat guest for Network World chat. Attendees asked him the best ways to build a home lab, which certifications still have ...

Whether you’re pursuing a CCNA to start your networking career or to advance it, your lab setup will shape how you learn. From free Packet Tracer simulations to hands-on Cisco hardware, the right ...

Why it matters: Hands-on labs bridge the gap between theory and practice, helping CCNA learners master Cisco IOS commands and real-world troubleshooting. Your setup options: Choose from virtual labs ...

Guys I would like to get 2 Cisco switches for my home lab. First off I want them to be gigabit now on to the major problem. I remember them being very loud switches and the house I own does not have a ...

When building a lab to use to practice for CCNA or CCNP, you need Cisco switches. Part of the decision must be how many switches you can afford. And of course you’ll want to know whether adding that ...

This month's article will introduce network router programming. If you have not worked with IT infrastructure, you may be surprised at the number of options and possible configurations available to ...