The CBT Nuggets Cisco CCIP BGP 642-661 course, led by the legendary Jeremy Cioara, remains one of the most iconic training series in the world of networking. While the specific CCIP (Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional) certification was retired in late 2012 to make way for the CCNP Service Provider track, the core technical knowledge in this course continues to be a gold standard for engineers mastering the "language of the internet". Course Overview: The Jeremy Cioara Experience
The 642-661 exam specifically is retired, as Cisco replaced the CCIP track with the CCNP Service Provider certification. However, CBT Nuggets continues to host BGP training because the protocol itself—the "routing protocol of the internet"—remains the global standard. Introductory Nugget: Cisco CCIP BGP 642-661
: Using Prefix Lists, Route Maps, and Community Strings to manage reachability. Troubleshooting cbt nuggets cisco ccip bgp 642661 by jeremy cioara new
: Jeremy Cioara has since released updated BGP content, including modern versions within the CCNP Enterprise (350-401 ENCOR) ENARSI (300-410)
In more recent updates and related "IT Expert" courses, Jeremy Cioara has shifted away from strict certification-based teaching to a "real-world" focus. This includes: The CBT Nuggets Cisco CCIP BGP 642-661 course,
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Cons
Jeremy Cioara’s CBT Nuggets course for Cisco CCIP BGP 642-661 was more than exam prep; it was a masterclass in practical BGP design. For anyone struggling with BGP’s complexities, whether for certification or daily operations, this “new” (now classic) series remains a highly effective learning tool. It proves that even the driest routing protocol can come to life with the right instructor.
The CBT Nuggets Cisco CCIP BGP 642-661 course, led by the legendary Jeremy Cioara, remains one of the most iconic training series in the world of networking. While the specific CCIP (Cisco Certified Internetwork Professional) certification was retired in late 2012 to make way for the CCNP Service Provider track, the core technical knowledge in this course continues to be a gold standard for engineers mastering the "language of the internet". Course Overview: The Jeremy Cioara Experience
The 642-661 exam specifically is retired, as Cisco replaced the CCIP track with the CCNP Service Provider certification. However, CBT Nuggets continues to host BGP training because the protocol itself—the "routing protocol of the internet"—remains the global standard. Introductory Nugget: Cisco CCIP BGP 642-661
: Using Prefix Lists, Route Maps, and Community Strings to manage reachability. Troubleshooting
: Jeremy Cioara has since released updated BGP content, including modern versions within the CCNP Enterprise (350-401 ENCOR) ENARSI (300-410)
In more recent updates and related "IT Expert" courses, Jeremy Cioara has shifted away from strict certification-based teaching to a "real-world" focus. This includes:
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
Cons
Jeremy Cioara’s CBT Nuggets course for Cisco CCIP BGP 642-661 was more than exam prep; it was a masterclass in practical BGP design. For anyone struggling with BGP’s complexities, whether for certification or daily operations, this “new” (now classic) series remains a highly effective learning tool. It proves that even the driest routing protocol can come to life with the right instructor.