CCNA Cloud CLDFND 210-451 Official Cert Guide

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CCNA Cloud CLDFND 210-451 Official Cert Guide, focuses specifically on the objectives for the Cisco CCNA CLDFND exam. Leading data center network architect Gustavo A.A. Santana shares 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.

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The official study guide helps you master all the topics on the CCNA CLDFND exam, including:

• Cloud characteristics
• Cloud service models (IaaS, SaaS, PaaS)
• Cloud deployment (public, private, community, hybrid)
• Cisco Intercloud Solution
• Cloud Compute (Cisco UCS)
• Cloud Networking (DC network architectures, infrastructure virtualization)
• Cloud Storage basics (provisioning, access, concepts, devices, infrastructures)

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Table of Contents

Part I Cloud Concepts
Chapter 1 What Is Cloud Computing?
Chapter 2 Cloud Shapes: Service Models

Part II Cloud Deployments
Chapter 3 Cloud Heights: Deployment Models
Chapter 4 Behind the Curtain

Part III Server Virtualization for Cloud
Chapter 5 Server Virtualization
Chapter 6 Infrastructure Virtualization
Chapter 7 Virtual Networking Services and Application Containers

Part IV Cloud Storage
Chapter 8 Block Storage Technologies
Chapter 9 File Storage Technologies

Part V Architectures for Cloud
Chapter 10 Network Architectures for the Data Center: Unified Fabric
Chapter 11 Network Architectures for the Data Center: SDN and ACI
Chapter 12 Unified Computing
Chapter 13 Cisco Cloud Infrastructure Portfolio
Chapter 14 Integrated Infrastructures
Chapter 15 Final Preparation

Appendix A Answers to Pre-Assessments and Quizzes
Appendix B Memory Tables
Appendix C Answers to Memory Tables
Appendix D Study Planner CD