Review: Cisco Express Forwarding

Posted by tripwire45 on Jun 14, 2007 12:22 AM EDT
mcseworld.com; By James Pyles
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To quote from the book's back cover: "How does a router switch a packet?" "What is the difference between routing a packet, switching a frame, and packet switching?" Ever wanted to know? Yes, at the CCNA level, we are all taught the differences between these processes but only to a superficial degree. The in-depth explanation lies in understanding Cisco Express Forwarding (CEF) which "is found in almost all Cisco routers and Catalyst switches..." Supposedly, Cisco Express Forwarding "demystifies the internal workings of Cisco routers and switches, making it easier for you (the reader) to optimize performance and troubleshoot issues..." Ok, enough of the back cover hype. Let's see what this book has between the covers.

The book's content is focused on a single Cisco technology that underlies the vast majority of their network infrastructure hardware and software. In that sense, just about anyone who administers Cisco internetworking should read this book. However, just how elite a Cisco guru must the target audience be in order to benefit from Stringfield's, White's and McKee's text?

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