Chapter 8. Layer 2 Switching and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

THE CCNA EXAM TOPICS COVERED IN THIS CHAPTER INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

  • Configure, verify, and troubleshoot a switch with VLANs and interswitch communications

    • Select the appropriate media, cables, ports, and connectors to connect switches to other network devices and hosts

    • Explain the technology and media access control method for Ethernet networks

    • Explain network segmentation and basic traffic management concepts

    • Explain basic switching concepts and the operation of Cisco switches

    • Perform and verify initial switch configuration tasks including remote access management

    • Verify network status and switch operation using basic utilities (including: ping, traceroute, telnet, SSH, arp, ipconfig), SHOW ...

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