The CCIE Routing and Switching Exam Guide will prepare the customer to pass the CCIE written exam. It will cover all necessary objectives for the exam. Tutorial text is strictly exam-related and flows with minimal interruption. Key concepts are the only “notes” set apart from the text by special formatting. This series is designed to be used either with or without outside instruction. Study aids begin with the Chapter Opener which readies the reader for learning.

CCIE Routing and Switching Exam Certification Guide, Third Edition, is a best of breed Cisco exam study guide that focuses specifically on the objectives for the CCIE Routing and Switching written exam. Senior instructor and best-selling author Wendell Odom shares preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics.

This publication provides internetworking design and implementation case studies and examples, with the intent to help you identify and implement practical internetworking strategies that are both flexible and scalable.

This publication provides internetworking design and implementation information and helps you identify and implement practical internetworking strategies that are both flexible and scalable. This publication was developed to assist professionals preparing for Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) candidacy, though it is a valuable resource for all internetworking professionals.

The CCIE program is designed to help individuals, companies, industries, and countries succeed in an era of increasing network reliance by distinguishing the top echelon of internetworking experts. If that sounds like a lofty mission, then our standards for excellence are equally high.

Table of Contents
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Table of Contents 
Glossary of Terms 
1 Cisco IOS
Overview
11 Backgro
12 The Foundation of Cisco IOS Release Models
13 Scope 
14 Introduction to Cisco IOS Releases 
141 Cisco IOS Main Releases
142 Cisco IOS Early Deployment Releases
143 Consolidated Technology Early Deployment Releases 
144 CTED Release Train Before Cisco IOS 120 
145 Specific Technology Early Deployment Releases