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Duration: 19h 30m
Difficulty: Advanced
Instructor: Brian McGahan
Labs: 39
Published: Nov 20, 2021
Updated: Dec 11, 2025

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Networking Labs Demo

Networking Labs Demo provides an introduction to virtual lab environments and how they support structured networking learning journeys. It familiarizes learners with how labs are accessed, how hands-on exercises are performed, and how practical simulations are integrated into the overall learning experience. The focus is on showing how virtual labs help reinforce real-world configuration, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills in a safe environment. Learners also gain clarity on how lab practice complements theoretical lessons, video content, assessments, and guided learning paths. This serves as a simple entry point for anyone beginning their journey with networking labs before progressing into more advanced, hands-on technical scenarios.

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Instructor

Brian McGahan

Course Instructor

At the age of 20, Brian McGahan earned his first CCIE in Routing & Switching and became known as the “youngest engineer in the world.” He continued on to earn CCIE certifications in Security and Service Provider. We’re proud to have such an accomplished and driven instructor on the team. Brian has developed and taught for since 2002, setting the bar for CCIE training and helping thousands of engineers obtain their own certifications. When he is not developing new products for, Brian McGahan consults with large ISPs and enterprise customers.

What Is Included

39 labs4.59 / 5 rating

Skill Coverage

IP Addressing and SubnettingIP Addressing and Subnetting → IP Address Management and AssignmentIP Addressing and Subnetting → IPv4 Addressing and PlanningMulticast NetworkingMulticast Networking → Multicast Group and Rendezvous Point ManagementMulticast Networking → Multicast Routing ProtocolsNetwork Design and ArchitectureNetwork Design and Architecture → Network Topology and DesignNetwork Device AdministrationNetwork Device Administration → Cisco IOS and Platform AdministrationNetwork Device Administration → Interface and Physical Layer ConfigurationNetwork Monitoring and TroubleshootingNetwork Monitoring and Troubleshooting → ICMP and Transport Layer DiagnosticsNetwork Monitoring and Troubleshooting → Network Diagnostics and TroubleshootingNetwork SecurityNetwork Security → Access Control and Policy EnforcementNetwork Security → Cryptography and PKINetworkingQuality of ServiceQuality of Service → Bandwidth and Congestion ManagementQuality of Service → Delay, Jitter, and Latency ManagementRouting Protocols and ConfigurationRouting Protocols and Configuration → BGP and Exterior RoutingRouting Protocols and Configuration → EIGRP Configuration and OptimizationRouting Protocols and Configuration → IGP Neighbor, Timer, and Interface ConfigurationRouting Protocols and Configuration → Interior Gateway Protocol ConfigurationRouting Protocols and Configuration → OSPF Advanced ConfigurationRouting Protocols and Configuration → Route Manipulation and PolicyRouting Protocols and Configuration → Routing Resilience, Convergence, and Traffic EngineeringRouting Protocols and Configuration → Routing Table and Path ManagementVPN and TunnelingVPN and Tunneling → IPsec Security Associations and Transform ConfigurationVPN and Tunneling → Remote Access and Client VPNVPN and Tunneling → Tunnel and Overlay Protocol Configuration

Course Curriculum

Networking Labs Demo

39 hands-on labs