• Master CCNP SECURE 642-637 exam topics
• Assess your knowledge with chapter-opening quizzes
• Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks
• Practice with realistic exam questions on the CD-ROM

CCNP Security SECURE 642-637 Official Cert Guide is a best of breed Cisco exam study guide that focuses specifically on the objectives for the CCNP Security SECURE exam. Senior networking consultants Sean Wilkins and Trey Smith share 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.

CCNP Security SECURE 642-637 Official Cert Guide presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. “Do I Know This Already” quizzes open each chapter and allow you to decide how much time you need to spend on each section. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly.

The companion CD-ROM contains a powerful testing engine that allows you to focus on individual topic areas or take a complete, timed exam. The assessment engine also tracks your performance and provides feedback on a topic-by-topic basis, laying out a complete assessment of your knowledge to help you focus your study where it is needed most.

Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this official study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will enable you to succeed on the exam the first time.

CCNP Security SECURE 642-637 Official Cert Guide is part of a recommended learning path from Cisco that includes simulation and hands-on training from authorized Cisco Learning Partners and self-study products from Cisco Press. To find out more about instructor-led training, e-learning, and hands-on instruction offered by authorized Cisco Learning Partners worldwide, please visit www.cisco.com/go/authorizedtraining.

Sean Wilkins is an accomplished networking consultant for SR-W Consulting (http://www.sr-wconsulting.com) and has been in the field of IT since the mid 1990s working with companies like Cisco, Lucent, Verizon, and AT&T as well as several other private companies. Sean currently holds certifications with Cisco (CCNP/CCDP), Microsoft (MCSE), and CompTIA (A+ and Network+). He also has a Masters of Science in Information Technology with a focus in Network Architecture and Design, a Masters of Science in Organizational Management, a Masters Certificate in Network Security, a Bachelors of Science in Computer Networking, and Associates of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems.

Franklin H. Smith III (Trey) is a Senior Network Security Architect with more than 15 years of experience in designing, deploying, and securing large enterprise and service provider networks. His background includes architect-level delivery for many enterprise, datacenter, and SMB networks. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems. Certifications include: CCSP, CCNP, CCDP, Microsoft (MCSE), and ISC2 (CISSP).

The official study guide helps you master all the topics on the CCNP Security SECURE exam, including:

• Network security threats and foundation protection
• Switched data plane security
• 802.1X and identity-based networking services
• Cisco IOS routed data plane security
• Cisco IOS control plane security
• Cisco IOS management plane security
• NAT
• Zone-based firewalls
• IOS intrusion prevention system
• Cisco IOS site-to-site security solutions
• IPsec VPNs, dynamic multipoint VPNs, and GET VPNs
• SSL VPNs and EZVPN

Companion CD-ROM

The CD-ROM contains a free, complete practice exam.

This volume is part of the Official Cert Guide from Cisco Press. Books in this series provide officially developed exam preparation materials that offer assessment, review, and practice to help Cisco Career Certification candidates identify weaknesses, concentrate their study efforts, and enhance their confidence as exam day nears.

Category: Cisco Press—Cisco Certification

Covers: CCNP Security SECURE 642-637