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Your Cisco Networking Academy Course Booklet is designed as a study resource you can easily read, highlight, and review on the go, wherever the Internet is not available or practical: The text is extracted directly, word-for-word, from the online course so you can highlight important points and take notes in the "Your Chapter Notes" section. Headings with the exact page correlations provide a quick reference to the online course for your classroom discussions and exam preparation. An icon system directs you to the online curriculum to take full advantage of the images embedded within the Networking Academy online course interface and reminds you to do the labs, interactive activities, packet tracer activities, watch videos, and take the chapter quizzes. The Course Booklet is a basic, economical paper-based resource to help you succeed with the Cisco Networking Academy Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials v7.0 (SRWE) online course. This book is offered exclusively for students enrolled in Cisco Networking Academy courses. It is not designed for independent study or professional certification preparation. Visit netacad.com to learn more about program options and requirements. Related titles: CCNA 200-301 Portable Command Guide Book: 9780135937822 eBook: 9780135937709 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Companion Guide CCNAv7 Book: 9780136729358 eBook: 9780136729488 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Labs & Study Guide CCNAv7 Book: 9780136634386

The only authorized Labs & Study Guide for the Cisco Networking Academy Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials course in the CCNA curriculum Each chapter of this book is divided into a Study Guide section followed by a Lab section. The Study Guide section offers exercises that help you learn the concepts, configurations, and troubleshooting skills crucial to your success as a CCNA exam candidate. Each chapter is slightly different and includes some or all the following types of exercises: * Vocabulary Matching Exercises * Concept Questions Exercises * Skill-Building Activities and Scenarios * Configuration Scenarios * Packet Tracer Exercises * Troubleshooting Scenarios The Labs & Activities include all the online course Labs and Packet Tracer activity instructions. If applicable, this section begins with a Command Reference that you will complete to highlight all the commands introduced in the chapter. This book is offered exclusively for students enrolled in Cisco Networking Academy courses. It is not designed for independent study or professional certification preparation. Visit netacad.com to learn more about program options and requirements. Related titles: CCNA 200-301 Portable Command Guide Book: 9780135937822 eBook: 9780135937709 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Companion Guide CCNAv7 Book: 9780136729358 eBook: 9780136729488 Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials Course Booklet CCNAv7 Book: 9780136634720

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Learn data analysis essentials and prepare for the Data+ exam with this CompTIA exam guide, complete with practice exams towards the end. Key Features * Apply simple methods of data analysis and find out when and how to apply more complicated ones * Take business requirements and produce a remote to the correct audience using appropriate visualizations * Learn about data governance rules, including quality and control Book Description The CompTIA Data+ certification exam not only helps validate a skill set required to enter one of the fastest growing fields in the world, but is also starting to standardize language and concepts within the field. However, there's a lot of conflicting information and lack of existing resources about the topics covered in this exam, and even professionals working in data analytics may need a study guide to help them pass on their first attempt. The CompTIA Data + (DAO-001) Certification Guide will give you a solid foundation on how to prepare, analyze and report the data for better insights. You'll get an introduction to Data+ certification exam format to begin with, and then quickly dive into preparing data. You'll learn about collecting, cleaning, and processing data along with data wrangling and manipulation. As you progress, you'll cover data analysis topics like types of analysis, common techniques, hypothesis techniques, and statistical analysis before tackling data reporting, common visualizations, and data governance. All knowledge you've gained throughout the book will be tested of mock tests that appear in the final chapters. By the end of this book, you'll be ready to pass the Data+ exam with confidence and take the next step in your career. What you will learn * Get well versed with the five domains covered in the DAO-001 exam * Gain an understanding of all the major concepts covered in the exam and when to apply them * Understand the fundamental concepts behind ETL and ELT * Explore various imputation and deletion methods to deal with missing data * Identify and deal with outliers * Learn and perform hypothesis testing * Create insightful reports to showcase your findings Who This Book Is For If you are a data analyst looking to get certified with DAO-001 exam this is the book for you. This CompTIA book is also ideal for who needs help in entering the quickly growing field of Data Analytics and are seeking professional certifications.

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Prepare for the GCP ML certification exam along with exploring cloud computing and machine learning concepts and gaining Google Cloud ML skills Key Features A comprehensive yet easy-to-follow Google Cloud machine learning study guide Explore full-spectrum and step-by-step practice examples to develop hands-on skills Read through and learn from in-depth discussions of Google ML certification exam questions Book DescriptionThis book aims to provide a study guide to learn and master machine learning in Google Cloud: to build a broad and strong knowledge base, train hands-on skills, and get certified as a Google Cloud Machine Learning Engineer. The book is for someone who has the basic Google Cloud Platform (GCP) knowledge and skills, and basic Python programming skills, and wants to learn machine learning in GCP to take their next step toward becoming a Google Cloud Certified Machine Learning professional. The book starts by laying the foundations of Google Cloud Platform and Python programming, followed the by building blocks of machine learning, then focusing on machine learning in Google Cloud, and finally ends the studying for the Google Cloud Machine Learning certification by integrating all the knowledge and skills together. The book is based on the graduate courses the author has been teaching at the University of Texas at Dallas. When going through the chapters, the reader is expected to study the concepts, complete the exercises, understand and practice the labs in the appendices, and study each exam question thoroughly. Then, at the end of the learning journey, you can expect to harvest the knowledge, skills, and a certificate. What you will learn Provision Google Cloud services related to data science and machine learning Program with the Python programming language and data science libraries Understand machine learning concepts and model development processes Explore deep learning concepts and neural networks Build, train, and deploy ML models with Google BigQuery ML, Keras, and Google Cloud Vertex AI Discover the Google Cloud ML Application Programming Interface (API) Prepare to achieve Google Cloud Professional Machine Learning Engineer certification Who this book is forAnyone from the cloud computing, data analytics, and machine learning domains, such as cloud engineers, data scientists, data engineers, ML practitioners, and engineers, will be able to acquire the knowledge and skills and achieve the Google Cloud professional ML Engineer certification with this study guide. Basic knowledge of Google Cloud Platform and Python programming is required to get the most out of this book.

Become a Certified Cloud Security Professional and open new avenues for growth in your career with the help of two experts Key Features * Gain confidence to pass the CCSP exam with tricks, techniques, and mock tests to help you * Break down complex technical topics with the help of two experienced CCSP bootcamp educators * Learn all you need to know about cloud security to excel in your career beyond the exam Book Description The Certified Cloud Security Professional exam is a challenging certification with many topics to cover, which can immediately elevate a cybersecurity professional's career by offering a platform to validate their technical skills. To prepare for the CCSP exam, you'll need a book that not only covers all the information, but also helps you prepare for the format and structure of the exam. This book was written by two cybersecurity professionals who have together spent hundreds of hours training CCSP bootcamps and have tried to reflect the same journey you'd have during one with the structure of this guide. The chapters are packed with up-to-date topics you'll need to cover to pass the (ISC)2 CCSP exam with confidence, as well as self-assessment questions, exam tips, and mock exams with detailed answer explanations. To help deepen your understanding, the explanations are also supported by illustrations that briefly review key points. As you progress, you'll delve into advanced technical aspects of cloud domain security, such as application security, design, managing and securing data, applications, and infrastructure in the cloud using best practices, legal policies and procedures. By the end of this book, you'll be able to breeze through the exam and tackle real-world cloud security challenges with ease. What you will learn * Learn about the CCSP exam and why it is important for your security career * Get familiar with core cloud security concepts, architecture, and design principles * Learn how to analyze risk on the cloud prepare for worst-case scenarios * Dive into application security and master assurance, validation, and verification * Explore privacy, legal considerations, and other parts of the cloud infrastructure * Find out how to register for the exam and practice test taking and learning tips Who This Book Is For This book is for IT professionals and security professionals and analysts who want to pursue a career in cloud security and demonstrate real-world skills. It also caters to existing IT and security professionals looking to acquire practical cloud security skills and validate their skills by passing the CCSP test. To get started with this book, you'll need a solid understanding of cloud technologies and cybersecurity basics.

Prepare for Microsoft Exam MS-101-and help demonstrate your real-world mastery of skills and knowledge needed to manage Microsoft 365 mobility, security, and related administration tasks. Designed for experienced IT professionals, Exam Ref focuses on the critical thinking and decision-making acumen needed for success at the Microsoft Certified Expert level. Focus on the expertise measured by these objectives: Implement modern device services Implement Microsoft 365 security and threat management Manage Microsoft 365 governance and compliance This Microsoft Exam Ref: Organizes its coverage by exam objectives Features strategic, what-if scenarios to challenge you Assumes you are a Microsoft 365 Enterprise Administrator who participates in evaluating, planning, migrating, deploying, and managing Microsoft 365 services About the Exam Exam MS-101 focuses on knowledge needed to implement Mobile Device Management (MDM); manage device compliance; plan for devices and apps; plan Windows 10 deployment; implement Cloud App Security (CAS), threat management, and Windows Defender Advanced Threat Protection (ATP); manage security reports and alerts; configure Data Loss Prevention (DLP); implement Azure Information Protection (AIP); and manage data governance, auditing, and eDiscovery. About Microsoft Certification Passing this exam and Exam MS-100 Microsoft 365 Identity and Services (and earning one Microsoft 365 workload administrator certification or the MCSE: Productivity certification) fulfills your requirements for the Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert certification credential. This demonstrates your ability to evaluate, plan, migrate, deploy, and manage Microsoft 365 services. See full details at: microsoft.com/learn

Give yourself the best possible start on your journey to Kubernetes and cloud-native mastery with this essential, practical guide to the KCNA exam Key Features * Give yourself the best head-start in the world of cloud-native computing and Kubernetes * Prepare yourself for the KCNA exam with practical examples and mock exams * Manage your applications better with Kubernetes container orchestration Book Description Even before the COVID-19 pandemic forced many people to work remotely, the cloud, cloud-native technologies, and cloud containers were experiencing a dramatic increase in popularity. If you're interested in this field and want to work for some of the best companies, you need to stand out from the crowd. Becoming KCNA Certified will provide you the tools to do just that. It won't just give you the practical skills needed to deploy and connect applications in Kubernetes. It will also prepare you to pass the Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate (KCNA) exam at the first attempt. This book will introduce you to cloud-native computing, containers, and Kubernetes through practical examples, allowing you to test the theory out for yourself. You'll learn how to configure and provide storage for your Kubernetes-connected applications and explore the principles of modern cloud-native architecture and application delivery, giving you a well-rounded view of the subject. And once you've been through the theoretical and practical aspects of the book, you'll get the chance to test yourself with two mock exams, with explanations of the answers, so you'll be well prepared for the KCNA exam. By the end of this book, you'll have everything you need to pass the KCNA exam and forge a career in Kubernetes and cloud-native computing. What you will learn * Learn about Cloud Native Computing Foundation (CNCF) and its projects * Build, configure, and run containers with Docker * Run an application consisting of multiple containers * Manage and encrypt container traffic with Service Mesh * Install, deploy, configure, and update applications on Kubernetes * Control and connect the applications that run on Kubernetes * Manage storage and provide observability on Kubernetes * Automate software development with CI/CD and GitOps Who This Book Is For This book is intended for DevOps engineers, system administrators, developers, fresh IT graduates or anyone interested in cloud native architecture, applications and technologies. Those already having relevant work experience and looking for a better way to manage their applications with Kubernetes will also find this book helpful. Some familiarity with IT fundamentals, networks and command line interfaces (CLI) is required, but no prior knowledge of Kubernetes, docker or cloud services is needed to get started with this book.

Gain in-depth knowledge of Azure fundamentals that will make it easy for you to achieve AZ-900 certification Key Features Get fundamental knowledge of cloud concepts and the Microsoft Azure platform Explore practical exercises to gain experience of working with the Microsoft Azure platform in the real world Prepare to achieve AZ-900 certification on the first go with the help of simplified examples covered in the book Book DescriptionThis is the digital and cloud era, and Microsoft Azure is one of the top cloud computing platforms. It's now more important than ever to understand how the cloud functions and the different services that can be leveraged across the cloud. This book will give you a solid understanding of cloud concepts and Microsoft Azure, starting by taking you through cloud concepts in depth, then focusing on the core Azure architectural components, solutions, and management tools. Next, you will understand security concepts, defense-in-depth, and key security services such as Network Security Groups and Azure Firewall, as well as security operations tooling such as Azure Security Center and Azure Sentinel. As you progress, you will understand how identity, governance, privacy, and compliance are managed in Azure. Finally, you will get to grips with cost management, service-level agreements, and service life cycles. Throughout, the book features a number of hands-on exercises to support the concepts, services, and solutions discussed. This provides you with a glimpse of real-world scenarios, before finally concluding with practice questions for AZ-900 exam preparation. By the end of this Azure book, you will have a thorough understanding of cloud concepts and Azure fundamentals, enabling you to pass the AZ-900 certification exam easily. What you will learn Explore cloud computing with Azure cloud Gain an understanding of the core Azure architectural components Acquire knowledge of core services and management tools on Azure Get up and running with security concepts, security operations, and protection from threats Focus on identity, governance, privacy, and compliance features Understand Azure cost management, SLAs, and service life cycles Who this book is forThis Azure fundamentals book is both for those with technical backgrounds and non-technical backgrounds who want to learn and explore the field of cloud computing, especially with Azure. This book will also help anyone who wants to develop a good foundation for achieving advanced Azure certifications. There is no prerequisite for this book except a willingness to learn and explore cloud concepts and Microsoft Azure.

Understand the fundamentals of security, compliance, and identity solutions across Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, and related cloud-based Microsoft services Key Features Grasp Azure AD services and identity principles, secure authentication, and access management Understand threat protection with Microsoft 365 Defender and Microsoft Defender for Cloud security management Learn about security capabilities in Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft 365 Defender, and Microsoft Intune Book DescriptionCloud technologies have made building a defense-in-depth security strategy of paramount importance. Without proper planning and discipline in deploying the security posture across Microsoft 365 and Azure, you are compromising your infrastructure and data. Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals is a comprehensive guide that covers all of the exam objectives for the SC-900 exam while walking you through the core security services available for Microsoft 365 and Azure. This book starts by simplifying the concepts of security, compliance, and identity before helping you get to grips with Azure Active Directory, covering the capabilities of Microsoft's identity and access management (IAM) solutions. You'll then advance to compliance center, information protection, and governance in Microsoft 365. You'll find out all you need to know about the services available within Azure and Microsoft 365 for building a defense-in-depth security posture, and finally become familiar with Microsoft's compliance monitoring capabilities. By the end of the book, you'll have gained the knowledge you need to take the SC-900 certification exam and implement solutions in real-life scenarios. What you will learn Become well-versed with security, compliance, and identity principles Explore the authentication, access control, and identity management capabilities of Azure Active Directory Understand the identity protection and governance aspects of Azure and Microsoft 365 Get to grips with the basic security capabilities for networks, VMs, and data Discover security management through Microsoft Defender for Cloud Work with Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft 365 Defender Deal with compliance, governance, and risk in Microsoft 365 and Azure Who this book is forThis book is for cloud security engineers, Microsoft 365 administrators, Azure administrators, and anyone in between who wants to get up to speed with the security, compliance, and identity fundamentals to achieve the SC-900 certification. A basic understanding of the fundamental services within Microsoft 365 and Azure will be helpful but not essential.