Steps to Pass CCNA with Self Study

 

The Cisco CCNA certification is an entry-level IT program. Due to its versatile nature, course fees depend on the course and training program you have selected. Additionally, it requires hands-on experience and knowledge of computer networking concept CISCO certification can be learned entirely through self-study using widely available online learning tools and software whose steps are listed below: 

Install and configure Packet Tracer

Packet Tracer is a free, downloadable software tool developed and distributed by Cisco (at their NetAcad.com site) that acts as a CCNA-level simulator for CCNA-level networking principles. Installing and familiarising yourself with its primary features is the first step toward earning CCNA certification.

Read books

The second step towards acing the CCNA course online is to obtain a book and begin reading it for 30 to 60 minutes per day. The best textbooks for this are usually available from Cisco Press.

Video tutorials

You can't master CCNA training without visual learning; however, solely learning from the video is not good either. Instead, combine traditional and modern study methods to outperform the test.

In-depth research 

Use sites like wikipedia.org to research concepts you don't fully understand until you have a complete and thorough understanding of them.

Purchase the CCNA Commands Manual

Even CCNA-specific command manuals eliminate commands you won't need until you reach the CCNA level. You might be able to find a textbook like this for sale online, or you might come across an accurate website that lists it (be careful, though).

Complete your Labs

Build all of the labs from your textbook and video course if you have the time. It would help if you built each of these laboratories at least twice to improve your test-taking efficiency.

Lastly, don't bother about actual equipment; instead, use Packet Tracer. Although Packet Tracer isn't the best preparation for a real networking job, it prepares you for the CISCO certification exam. It turns your CNA certification cost into value for money.

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