• Overview of Cisco Network Operating Systems
• Evolution of Cisco Network Operating Systems
• Comparison of Cisco IOS, IOS XE, NX-OS, and IOS XR
• Introduction to Cisco Modeling Labs
• Introduction to Cisco ISO XE
• Use of Cisco IOS XE CLI and Configuration Management
• Unique Features of Cisco IOS XE
• IOS XE Software Management and Upgrade Process
• Introduction to Cisco NX-OS
• Use of Cisco NX-OS CLI and Configuration Management
• Unique Features of Cisco NX-OS
• Cisco NX-OS Software Management and Upgrade Process
• Introduction to Cisco IOS XR
• Use of Cisco IOS XR CLI and Configuration Managment
• Unique Features of Cisco IOS XR
• Cisco IOS XR Software Management and Upgrade Process
• Common Protocols and Configurations
• Automation and Programmability
• Cisco Network Automation Platforms
• Monitoring Tools
• Troubleshooting and Best Practices
• Cisco Documentation Navigation
• Cisco Operating Systems Licensing
• Security and Device Hardening
• Cisco Network Security Tools and Sites

• Junior Network Engineers
• NOC Engineers
• IT Operations Engineers
• Network Administrators

There are no prerequisites for this training. However, the knowledge and skills you are recommended to have before attending this training are:

• Familiarity and basic understanding of core networking concepts
• Knowledge and understanding of Cisco network devices, such as routers and switches
• Basic understanding of network security concepts, including common threats, firewalls, and how to harden a network

These skills can be found in the following Cisco Learning Offerings:

• Implementing and Administering Cisco Solutions (CCNA)
• Network Fundamentals for Network Adjacent Engineers (NETFND)
• Understanding Cisco Data Center Foundations (DCFNDU)
• Understanding Cisco Service Provider Network Foundations (SPFNDU)
• Network Administrator (NETADM)