Chapter 14. Wide Area Networks

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

  • Implement and verify WAN links

    • Describe different methods for connecting to a WAN

    • Configure and verify a basic WAN serial connection

    • Configure and verify Frame Relay on Cisco routers

    • Troubleshoot WAN implementation issues

    • Describe VPN technology (including: importance, benefits, role, impact, components)

    • Configure and verify a PPP connection between Cisco routers

  • Describe how a network works

  • Differentiate between LAN/WAN operation and features

Wide Area Networks

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