Market_Desc: · Ideal for those new to networking, as the Intro exam is considered less intimidating to the all-in-one CCNA exam 640-801.· CCNAs have an understanding of networking for the small office/home office market. They can install, configure, and operate LAN, WAN, and dial-access services for small networks and have a working familiarity with these protocols: IP, IGRP, Serial, Frame Relay, IP RIP, VLANs, RIP, Ethernet and Access Lists.· Job roles include Network Engineer, System Administrator, Consultant, and IT Engineer. Special Features: · Written by Leading Authority Todd Lammle--Author, speaker, and trainer, Lammle has been chosen Best Study Guide author 3 out of 4 years by CertCities.com readers.· Huge Growth Potential--Over 700,000 individuals have achieved a Cisco certification, with CCNA by far those popular of Cisco's certification track. Over 100,000 achieve a Cisco certification a year.· Prestigious Certification--Considered the most respected entry-level certification. CCNAs on average earn $65,000 a year.· Built-In Audience--According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, general networking/system administration jobs are expected to increase by nearly 82% by 2010. About The Book: Book is a comprehensive study guide for the CCNA: Introduction to Cisco Networks exam, complete with 100% exam objective coverage. In addition to the standard Sybex Study Guide elements, book focuses on: · Building a Simple Serial Network· Building a Simple Ethernet Network· Expanding the Network· Connecting Networks· Constructing Network Addresses· Ensuring the Reliability of Data Delivery· Connecting to Remote Networks· Operating and Configuring Cisco IOS Devices· Managing Your Network Environment