Cisco ccna new exam

The Cisco CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) exam is a popular certification for networking professionals. Here's an overview of the new exam:

Exam Name: Cisco CCNA 200-301 Exam

Exam Description: The CCNA 200-301 exam is a 90-minute, 60-70 question exam that tests a candidate's knowledge and skills in networking fundamentals, routing and switching, and network security.

Exam Topics:

The exam covers the following topics:

  1. Networking Fundamentals (15-20% of the exam)
    • Network fundamentals
    • Network architecture
    • Network protocols
  2. Routing and Switching (40-50% of the exam)
    • Routing protocols (RIP, EIGRP, OSPF, BGP)
    • Switching protocols (VLANs, VTP, STP)
    • Network design and implementation
  3. Network Security (20-25% of the exam)
    • Network security threats
    • Network security protocols (ACLs, firewalls, VPNs)
    • Network security best practices
  4. Automation and Programmability (10-15% of the exam)
    • Network automation
    • Programmability (Python, JSON, XML)
    • Network management and monitoring

Exam Format:

The exam is a multiple-choice exam, with 60-70 questions. The questions are divided into two sections:

  1. Section 1: Multiple-choice questions (40-50 questions)
  2. Section 2: Simulations and hands-on labs (10-20 questions)

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites for the CCNA 200-301 exam, but it's recommended that candidates have at least 1-2 years of networking experience and have a solid understanding of networking fundamentals.

Study Materials:

Cisco provides a variety of study materials to help candidates prepare for the exam, including:

  1. Cisco Learning Network (CLN)
  2. Cisco CCNA Study Group
  3. Cisco CCNA Study Guide
  4. Cisco CCNA Online Course
  5. Cisco CCNA Practice Exams

Tips and Strategies:

  1. Focus on the exam topics and make sure you understand the concepts.
  2. Practice with online labs and simulations to get hands-on experience.
  3. Use flashcards to memorize key terms and concepts.
  4. Join online study groups and forums to connect with other candidates.
  5. Take practice exams to assess your knowledge and identify areas for improvement.

Passing Score:

The passing score for the CCNA 200-301 exam is 825 out of 1000.

Certification Path:

The CCNA 200-301 exam is a stepping stone to more advanced certifications, such as the CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional) and CCIE (Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert) certifications.

I hope this information helps!