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Hi Group! Lots of great stuff coming up today and over the weekend, including more CCNA/CCNP Training Videos and practice exam questions! I've been asked about several different Bryant Advantage release dates, so here's what we have planned for the near future: July 2009: CCNA Voice Study Package release September 2009: CCNA Wireless Study Package release Nov / Dec 2009: Network+ 2009 Study Package release and Network+ Webinars, all on the TBA website as well as a brand-new website totally dedicated to Network+ 2009 certification! PLUS -- We'll have new Video Boot Camps for the CCNA Voice and Wireless out later this summer, and an exciting new format for our Webinars so you can watch them anytime you like! It's an exciting time here at TBA - and we couldn't do it without you. I thank you for your support, and keep visiting the blog and the main sites - we've got some great new features on the way in addition to everything listed above - and the best is t
Time's Running Out - Register For The June 8 $197 CCNA Mastermind Online Webinar Today! You Can Then Attend In September At No Additional Cost For A Refresher! You'll receive over 25 hours of live CCNA training, all delivered live and by yours truly via an online meeting room provided by GoToWebinar.com! We'll cover everything from switching to OSPF, from frame relay to EIGRP, and I won't just lecture you on these topics - I'll show you one live lab after another, pointing out the details that make the difference between a pass and fail on exam day! You'll also have access to my exclusive Mastermind Webinar Forum, where you can ask questions during the day and after the course! I check that forum twice daily during the webinar, so you get almost immediate answers to any questions that come to you after the webinar sessions. Best of all, you don't have to take time off from work to attend! The February weeknight sessions begin at 7 PM Eastern Standard Time,
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Hi Group! Here are your Cisco certification training questions for Wednesday, May 27! I also wanted you to know that the CCNA Security Study Package giveaway has been so popular that I've brought it back AND extended the offer - you can now get a free download of my CCNA Security Study Package, a $67 value, with the purchase of ANY of my Trainsignal videos, including my CCNA Video Boot Camp, my CCNA Security Video Boot Camp, or any or all of my CCNP videos! Just click on any of the banners below, place your order, and forward the receipt to me at chris@thebryantadvantage.com - I'll send you the CCNA Security Study Package download instructions immediately! ( I do appreciate you placing your order online rather than calling them - that way I make a few dollars on the sale. Thanks! :) ) And now... today's questions! CCNA Certification: What command is necessary to enable Inverse ARP on a Frame Relay interface? A. It's on by default. B. frame-relay inverse-arp C. Put &quo
Hi Group! Here's another free Cisco certification exam training video for you - and this one's for CCNA and CCNP candidates alike! Knowing how to configure a floating static route is an important part of your CCNA and CCNP studies, and so is knowing when to use one! In this exclusive video, we'll review the rules of "regular" and default static routes, and then take a look at a real-world example that will help you learn how to use floating static routes in the exam room and in the real world! Here's the video... and when you're done here, be sure to visit my CCNA and CCNP Tutorials page and my YouTube Cisco Certification Video channel - over 107,000 views on that channel and counting ... and Network+ 2009 videos will begin to be posted there and here on the blog and main website as well! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com/ chris@thebryantadvantage.com
Join me later today - Wednesday, May 27 - for a free CCNA/CCNP Webinar on Frame Relay Fundamentals! You don't need a microphone, extra equipment, or a credit card to attend - all of my free Webinars are just that - free! In this Webinar, we'll discuss the reasons we use Frame Relay, along with other basics such as the LMI, frame map statements, and plenty of other vital Frame Relay information. I'll also demonstrate LIVE Frame Relay commands, including vital show and debug commands you need to master for your exams and for working in today's production networks. To register, just click the links below! May 27, 4 PM EST Start: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/159459464 May 27, 9 PM EST Start: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/542655641 See you there - and I'll also see you later today with a new Cisco training video on floating static routes, a new set of Cisco practice exam questions, and much more! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification
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Hi Group! Here are your Cisco practice exam questions for Tuesday, May 26! Be sure to scroll down in the blog for you chance to claim your free copy of my CCNA Security Study Package, and watch for a new Cisco training video right here on the blog on Tuesday morning! And now... today's questions! CCNA Certification: What wildcard mask would match any and all addresses listed in a standard ACL? CCNA Security: SDFs can be loaded from two different locations. Name them both. Here are today's CCNP questions! All of today's CCNP questions are short answer. BSCI Exam: What value determines the Active router in an HSRP deployment? How can this value be changed? BCMSN Exam: Where in your switched network should Uplinkfast be applied? Extra credit: Where does Cisco recommend you *not* apply Uplinkfast? ISCW Exam: What two authentication methods can be used to authenticate users remotely connecting to a router using SSH? ONT Exam: What command disables WFQ on a Cisco router interface
The Network+ 2009 Training Revolution.... WILL be televised. Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com/ chris@thebryantadvantage.com/
Hi Group! It's Tuesday, May 26, and coming up later today... ... after a Memorial Day weekend break, the daily Cisco practice exam questions return! ... more details about our exciting new Network+ 2009 certification website ... a new Cisco training video on floating static routes - great information for CCNA and CCNP candidates alike .... and even more! In the meantime, scroll down in the blog for the latest Cisco certification training videos, your opportunity to claim a free download of my CCNA Security Study Package, and much more! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com/ chris@thebryantadvantage.com
The Network+ 2009 Certification Training Revolution... .... is coming. Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com chris@thebryantadvantage.com
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Hi Group! It's Monday, May 25, and I'll have new Cisco practice exam questions for you later today, and the video series will pick back up on Tuesday with a new two-part video on floating static routes -and I'll have some CCNA Video tutorials and videos for you soon as well! I also wanted you to know that the CCNA Security Study Package giveaway has been so popular that I've brought it back AND extended the offer - you can now get a free download of my CCNA Security Study Package, a $67 value, with the purchase of ANY of my Trainsignal videos, including my CCNA Video Boot Camp, my CCNA Security Video Boot Camp, or any or all of my CCNP videos! Just click on any of the banners below, place your order, and forward the receipt to me at chris@thebryantadvantage.com - I'll send you the CCNA Security Study Package download instructions immediately! ( I do appreciate you placing your order online rather than calling them - that way I make a few dollars on the sale. Thanks
Hi Group! Today's video isn't Cisco-specific - it's a video to help you choose the right certification for your career, especially if you're just getting started. And if you're not getting started, share this video with someone who is! :) See you later today with a new set of Cisco practice exam questions, and be sure to scroll down in the blog and register for next Wednesday's CCNA Webinar on Frame Relay - yesterday's CCNA Webinars on Etherchannels were a huge success! Don't miss out on this opportunity to receive live, online, and free CCNA training from yours truly - the Computer Certification Bulldog, Chris Bryant, CCIE #12933!
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Hi Group! I'll have plenty of new Cisco training videos and practice exam questions for you later today and over the weekend, along with the announcement of new Webinar dates - and in the meantime, I wanted to let you know that you can now receive a free download of my CCNA Security Study Package - a $67 value - when you purchase my CCNA Security Video Boot Camp! To claim your free and immediate download, just click this image to view a full description of my CCNA Security Video Boot Camp (and samples, too!). When you purchase your course, just forward the receipt to me at chris@thebryantadvantage.com , and I'll personally send your download information. You will be studying for CCNA Security exam success just minutes after your order! I've made it easier than ever to take the total approach to earning your CCNA Security certification - and to take advantage of this offer, all you have to do is click this image! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bu
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Hi Group! Here are your Cisco practice exam questions for Thursday, May 21! Be sure to scroll down in the blog - I've added quite a few new Cisco training videos and practice exams this week! And now... today's questions! CCNA / CCENT Certification: CCNA / CCENT Certification: Which of the following is a Cisco router default? A. A loopback interface with no IP address B. The VTY lines have no password set C. There is an enable password of "cisco" D. All physical interfaces are open E. Frame Relay is the encapsulation set on any and all Serial interfaces CCNA Security: Of the IPS and IDS, which can be found directly in the flow of traffic? A. Neither B. Both C. The IPS only D. The IDS only CCNA Voice: (My CCNA Voice Study Package will be released in June!) For which of the following would you use the "restart" command? A. phone line changes B. locale changes C. speed dial changes D. voicemail number changes CCNA Wireless: What's the basic pu
Hi Group! If you've tried to reach me via email today, our email provider has been down for several hours and they're still working on the issue. Hang in there and as soon as I can get to my email, I'll start answering it! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com chris@thebryantadvantage.com
Hi Group! It's Thursday, May 21, and here's a new computer certification video for you! Today's video isn't Cisco-specific - it's a video to help you choose the right certification for your career, especially if you're just getting started. And if you're not getting started, share this video with someone who is! :) See you later today with a new set of Cisco practice exam questions, and be sure to scroll down in the blog and register for next Wednesday's CCNA Webinar on Frame Relay - yesterday's CCNA Webinars on Etherchannels were a huge success! Don't miss out on this opportunity to receive live, online, and free CCNA training from yours truly - the Computer Certification Bulldog, Chris Bryant, CCIE #12933!
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Join Me Later Today - Wednesday, May 20 - For A Free CCNA Webinar! You don't need a headset, a microphone, or any additional equipment to attend - just 45 minutes of your time and a desire to learn! During my exclusive Webinars, I won't just read to you from a set of prepackaged slides - I'll discuss important theory with you AND show you the theory in action on live Cisco routers and switches during the lecture! All you need to do to join is click the link for the Webinar(s) you want to attend, and register on the GoToWebinar page the link will take you to. You will not be asked for any credit card information, or any financial information at all - my free Webinars are truly free! I'll be adding CCNA Security and Voice webinars in the days and weeks ahead as well, so be sure to bookmark my CCNA And CCNP Webinars Page and watch the blog for the latest Webinar announcements. Now let's take a look at the topics and times - and just a reminder, all times are in Easte
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Here are the answers to this past Tuesday's Cisco certification exam training questions! Be sure to scroll down in the blog for new CCNA and CCNP training videos and Video Practice Exams! CCNA / CCENT Certification: Short answer: What command would create a default static route that uses the local router's Serial0 interface (172.16.1.1) for the exit interface? Answer: ip route 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0 serial0 The ip route command will include either the local router's exit interface or the next-hop IP address. CCNA Security: What method of identifying malicious traffic seeks and detects variations from normal traffic patterns? Answer: The anomaly method. CCNA Voice: (My CCNA Voice Study Package will be released in June!) Name the three VTP modes and identify which ones will allow the creation of a new VLAN. Answer: Server, client, and transparent. Both server and transparent modes allow the switch to create a new VLAN. CCNP answers to follow! BSCI Exam: What key combination is t
Hi Group! It's Tuesday, May 19, and here's a new CCNA / CCENT Video Practice Exam for you! As in previous Cisco Certification Video Practice Exams, you'll be presented with 10 questions on various CCNA exam topics. Full answers and explanations are given at the end of the video. When you're done watching this video, visit my YouTube Cisco Certification Video Channel - over 103,000 views and climbing! Don't like YouTube or can't access it? Visit my CCNA And CCNP Certification Video Page, where you'll find many of the same videos! Join me online for free CCNA and CCNP Webinars - a full schedule and registration information is given on this page: CCNA And CCNP Webinars You need no headset, no money, and no microphone - just 45 minutes of your time and a desire to get certified! I'm running a free Webinar twice on Wednesday, May 20, so reserve your spot before we hit capacity! And now... today's CCNA video! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer C
Hi Group! It's Monday, May 18, and coming up later today here at The Bryant Advantage... ... the resumption of the daily Cisco practice exam questions! ... at least one new Cisco training video ... and more! In the meantime, be sure to scroll down in the blog and register for the upcoming free CCNA and CCNP Webinars, the latest Cisco certification training videos we've posted, and more! See you later today! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com/ chris@thebryantadvantage.com
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Join Me This Week and Next Week For LIVE, FREE CCNA and CCNP Online Training! You don't need a headset, a microphone, or any additional equipment to attend - just 45 minutes of your time and a desire to learn! During my exclusive Webinars, I won't just read to you from a set of prepackaged slides - I'll discuss important theory with you AND show you the theory in action on live Cisco routers and switches during the lecture! All you need to do to join is click the link for the Webinar(s) you want to attend, and register on the GoToWebinar page the link will take you to. You will not be asked for any credit card information, or any financial information at all - my free Webinars are truly free! I'll be adding CCNA Security and Voice webinars in the days and weeks ahead as well, so be sure to bookmark my CCNA And CCNP Webinars Page and watch the blog for the latest Webinar announcements. Now let's take a look at the topics and times - and just a reminder, all times a
Hi Group! Yours truly is just getting over a little 24-hour bug, so I'll see you later today with a new set of Cisco training exam questions - and just maybe another new video while I'm at it! In the meantime, be sure to scroll down in the blog for the latest Cisco certification practice exams and videos, plus your chance to register for free, live CCNA and CCNP training from yours truly! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com/ chris@thebryantadvantage.com
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Thanks For Over 100,000 Views Of The Bryant Advantage YouTube CCNA/CCNP Channel! And that doesn't even include the 30+ videos on the Bryant Advantage website! Thanks for your views, and for your support of The Bryant Advantage - we wouldn't be here without you! That's why we have even more great features on the way - to help you get certified in both Cisco and Microsoft Server 2008, and to help you build a brighter future! I'll be back with more Cisco training videos later today. In the meantime, click these links and head out to the Bryant Advantage Cisco Video page and my YouTube Cisco Certification Video Channel - and let's get started on the next 100,000 views! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com/ chris@thebryantadvantage.com
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Here are the answers to Tuesday's Cisco practice exam questions! CCNA / CCENT Certification: Put the following in order from lowest to highest. (Values have been added to the question along with the overall answer.) A. OSPF Administrative Distance (110) B. Number of seconds between LMIs (when all is well) (10) C. RIP Administrative Distance (120) D. First octet of a multicast IP address (224) E. Last octet of the reserved EIGRP multicast address (10) F. Last octet of the reserved RIPv2 multicast address (9) Answer: F, B & E (tie), A, C, D. CCNA Security: Describe the basic operation of IP Source Guard. Answer: IP Source Guard uses the DHCP Snooping table to filter out untrusted IP addresses on L2 ports. CCNA Voice: (My CCNA Voice Study Package will be released in June!) Conversion of a signal from analog to digital is a four-step process. Put these four steps in order. A. Encode B. Quantize C. Sample D. Compress Answer: C, B, A, D. Compression is optional, t
Get LIVE, ONLINE, and FREE CCNA and CCNP training from "The Computer Certification Bulldog", Chris Bryant, CCIE #12933! You don't need a headset or a microphone, and you don't need to buy anything -- all you need is 45 minutes and a desire to get Cisco certified! My live online Webinars have been a huge hit, and I've just scheduled four new Webinars for May! I run them at different times of the day, so no matter where you are in the world, there's a Webinar in a time slot that's perfect for you! To see the latest schedule, just click this link and sign up today, because these Webinars will hit capacity - don't be left out! CCNA And CCNP Webinars Bookmark that page, and look for new CCNP and CCNA Security Webinars soon! Chris Bryant CCIE #12933 "The Computer Certification Bulldog" http://www.thebryantadvantage.com/ chris@thebryantadvantage.com
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Here are the answers to your Cisco practice exam questions for Monday, May 11! Be sure to scroll down in the blog for new CCNA and CCNP training videos and Video Practice Exams! CCNA / CCENT Certification: Leaving the "broadcast" option out of your frame map statements can affect which of the following? A. OSPF B. RIP v 1 C. RIP v 2 D. EIGRP Answer: A, B, C, D. Leaving that option out affects routing protocols that use multicasts as well as broadcasts. CCNA Security: What's the default setting for Cisco router and switch interfaces? A. They're all closed. B. They're all open. C. Switch interfaces are open, router interfaces are not. D. Router interfaces are open, switch interfaces are not. Answer: C, which can pose a security issue. CCNA Voice: (My CCNA Voice Study Package will be released in June!) Before you learn about dial peers, you better know what types of dial peers we can configure. So what are they? Answer: POTS and VoIP. CCNA Wireless: Just like a