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Skill

Describe Software Architecture and High Availability

August 2022 with David Smith

Join David Smith as he explores the differences between the IOS types used on modern service provider networks.

He will also examine high availability features.

Recommended Experience

An understanding of concepts taught in Cisco CCNA 200-301 and Cisco CCNP Enterprise Core (350-401 ENCOR)

Related Certifications

CCNP Service Provider

Related Job Functions

Network administrators
Network engineers

David Smith has been a CBT Nuggets trainer since 2021 and has earned a variety of certifications, including Cisco CCIE Enterprise Infrastructure, Cisco CCIE Data Center, Cisco CCSI, Cisco CCDP, and VMware VCP.

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Videos in this skill

1. Introduction (2:13)
2. Intro (1:03)
3. IOS Overview (10:57)
4. IOS Overview (10:57)
5. IOS XE (6:08)
6. IOS XE (6:08)
7. IOS XR Architecture (12:40)
8. IOS XR Architecture (12:40)
9. IOS XR 64-Bit Enhancements (5:51)
10. IOS XR 64-Bit Enhancements (5:51)
11. IOS XR Containers and VMs (6:13)
12. Introduction to IOS XR Containers and VMs (6:14)
13. IOS XR Basic Operation (4:33)
14. IOS XR Basic Operation (4:33)
15. Nonstop Forwarding (6:36)
16. Nonstop Forwarding (6:36)
17. Challenge (4:28)
18. Conclusion (0:04)

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