RE: Passed CID! (Some parting shots....)
Congratulations John! I'm in pursuit of CCNP and CCDP as well. I take the BCSN on Monday. Thanks for your insight into the CID exam. I'll be be taking it in a few months. Have a great weekend! Robert Robert M. Lopez Network Planning Ann Arbor Data Center Pfizer Global Research Development Phone 734-622-3948 Fax 734-622-1690 -Original Message- From: John Neiberger [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Friday, March 02, 2001 12:15 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Passed CID! (Some parting shots) I passed, but I received by FAR the lowest score of any Cisco exam I've taken. I was worried that I might have failed it, but I squeaked through somehow. I must agree with others who have mentioned how awful this test is. Sheesh... These were some of the most vague questions and answers that I've ever seen. This is definitely a test where you need to master the art of answering questions the "Cisco Way (tm)." Interestingly, I received a 0% on spotting security issues, which was amusing. :-) I only remember about four security questions and I feel that I got at least two of those correct, while one of them was almost incomprehensible. The SNA kicked my hiney, as well. I even have some experience with it from work and I supplemented that with the Sybex CID study guide and still did not prepare nearly enough for the types of questions I was asked. I only got 42% on the SNA section. The rest of the test was better for me. I think the other categories were all 75% or higher. Believe me, I was sweating big-time while the test was being graded. I was NOT looking forward to more preparation if I had to take it again. Also, there was a LOT of Windows/NetBIOS stuff. Learn it, live it, love it. I think that to do *really* well on this test, it's necessary to have hands-on experience with these protocols. It would be hard to prepare fully for these questions otherwise. I've noticed something else that maybe some of you can relate to. When I passed the CCNA test, I was absolutely ecstatic! I wanted to party all day. When I passed the DCN, I was very happy as well, but not quite as much as when I passed CCNA. I finished up CCNP a couple of weeks ago and felt more a sense of relief than of joy. The only reason my wife and I celebrated was that the next day was Valentine's day so we combined the two occasions. Tonight, after passing CCDP, I'm not even excited at all about it. Weird, huh? However, if I ever finish CCIE, I doubt there will be much of a lack of excitement. Then again, maybe I'm wrong. I think that for some of us, the joy comes in the pursuit, not the catch, and with every cert that we finish, that's one less trophy to hunt and we have to find something else to stay happy. Who knows, maybe after I finish up CCIE (sometime before 2005 g) I'll actually go back and finish up a college degree! :-) Okay, I'm rambling. I'll go to bed now. John ___ Send a cool gift with your E-Card http://www.bluemountain.com/giftcenter/ _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Passed CID! (Some parting shots....)
I'll agree with you on the whole "lack of happiness" thing. The more tests I take...the less I'm happy about it when I'm done. Go figure... Cheerz- Brent "John Neiberger" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... I passed, but I received by FAR the lowest score of any Cisco exam I've taken. I was worried that I might have failed it, but I squeaked through somehow. I must agree with others who have mentioned how awful this test is. Sheesh... These were some of the most vague questions and answers that I've ever seen. This is definitely a test where you need to master the art of answering questions the "Cisco Way (tm)." Interestingly, I received a 0% on spotting security issues, which was amusing. :-) I only remember about four security questions and I feel that I got at least two of those correct, while one of them was almost incomprehensible. The SNA kicked my hiney, as well. I even have some experience with it from work and I supplemented that with the Sybex CID study guide and still did not prepare nearly enough for the types of questions I was asked. I only got 42% on the SNA section. The rest of the test was better for me. I think the other categories were all 75% or higher. Believe me, I was sweating big-time while the test was being graded. I was NOT looking forward to more preparation if I had to take it again. Also, there was a LOT of Windows/NetBIOS stuff. Learn it, live it, love it. I think that to do *really* well on this test, it's necessary to have hands-on experience with these protocols. It would be hard to prepare fully for these questions otherwise. I've noticed something else that maybe some of you can relate to. When I passed the CCNA test, I was absolutely ecstatic! I wanted to party all day. When I passed the DCN, I was very happy as well, but not quite as much as when I passed CCNA. I finished up CCNP a couple of weeks ago and felt more a sense of relief than of joy. The only reason my wife and I celebrated was that the next day was Valentine's day so we combined the two occasions. Tonight, after passing CCDP, I'm not even excited at all about it. Weird, huh? However, if I ever finish CCIE, I doubt there will be much of a lack of excitement. Then again, maybe I'm wrong. I think that for some of us, the joy comes in the pursuit, not the catch, and with every cert that we finish, that's one less trophy to hunt and we have to find something else to stay happy. Who knows, maybe after I finish up CCIE (sometime before 2005 g) I'll actually go back and finish up a college degree! :-) Okay, I'm rambling. I'll go to bed now. John ___ Send a cool gift with your E-Card http://www.bluemountain.com/giftcenter/ _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
RE: Passed CID! (Some parting shots....)
Totally agreed! This look like a huge issues. Any resolution outthere? :P Al -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Brent Ulfig Sent: Friday, March 02, 2001 11:51 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Passed CID! (Some parting shots) I'll agree with you on the whole "lack of happiness" thing. The more tests I take...the less I'm happy about it when I'm done. Go figure... Cheerz- Brent "John Neiberger" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... I passed, but I received by FAR the lowest score of any Cisco exam I've taken. I was worried that I might have failed it, but I squeaked through somehow. I must agree with others who have mentioned how awful this test is. Sheesh... These were some of the most vague questions and answers that I've ever seen. This is definitely a test where you need to master the art of answering questions the "Cisco Way (tm)." Interestingly, I received a 0% on spotting security issues, which was amusing. :-) I only remember about four security questions and I feel that I got at least two of those correct, while one of them was almost incomprehensible. The SNA kicked my hiney, as well. I even have some experience with it from work and I supplemented that with the Sybex CID study guide and still did not prepare nearly enough for the types of questions I was asked. I only got 42% on the SNA section. The rest of the test was better for me. I think the other categories were all 75% or higher. Believe me, I was sweating big-time while the test was being graded. I was NOT looking forward to more preparation if I had to take it again. Also, there was a LOT of Windows/NetBIOS stuff. Learn it, live it, love it. I think that to do *really* well on this test, it's necessary to have hands-on experience with these protocols. It would be hard to prepare fully for these questions otherwise. I've noticed something else that maybe some of you can relate to. When I passed the CCNA test, I was absolutely ecstatic! I wanted to party all day. When I passed the DCN, I was very happy as well, but not quite as much as when I passed CCNA. I finished up CCNP a couple of weeks ago and felt more a sense of relief than of joy. The only reason my wife and I celebrated was that the next day was Valentine's day so we combined the two occasions. Tonight, after passing CCDP, I'm not even excited at all about it. Weird, huh? However, if I ever finish CCIE, I doubt there will be much of a lack of excitement. Then again, maybe I'm wrong. I think that for some of us, the joy comes in the pursuit, not the catch, and with every cert that we finish, that's one less trophy to hunt and we have to find something else to stay happy. Who knows, maybe after I finish up CCIE (sometime before 2005 g) I'll actually go back and finish up a college degree! :-) Okay, I'm rambling. I'll go to bed now. John ___ Send a cool gift with your E-Card http://www.bluemountain.com/giftcenter/ _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: Passed CID! (Some parting shots....)
Congratulations, John. I'll be taking the same test on March 17th. I do some SNA at work as well so hopefully. Jim "John Neiberger" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote in message [EMAIL PROTECTED]">news:[EMAIL PROTECTED]... I passed, but I received by FAR the lowest score of any Cisco exam I've taken. I was worried that I might have failed it, but I squeaked through somehow. I must agree with others who have mentioned how awful this test is. Sheesh... These were some of the most vague questions and answers that I've ever seen. This is definitely a test where you need to master the art of answering questions the "Cisco Way (tm)." Interestingly, I received a 0% on spotting security issues, which was amusing. :-) I only remember about four security questions and I feel that I got at least two of those correct, while one of them was almost incomprehensible. The SNA kicked my hiney, as well. I even have some experience with it from work and I supplemented that with the Sybex CID study guide and still did not prepare nearly enough for the types of questions I was asked. I only got 42% on the SNA section. The rest of the test was better for me. I think the other categories were all 75% or higher. Believe me, I was sweating big-time while the test was being graded. I was NOT looking forward to more preparation if I had to take it again. Also, there was a LOT of Windows/NetBIOS stuff. Learn it, live it, love it. I think that to do *really* well on this test, it's necessary to have hands-on experience with these protocols. It would be hard to prepare fully for these questions otherwise. I've noticed something else that maybe some of you can relate to. When I passed the CCNA test, I was absolutely ecstatic! I wanted to party all day. When I passed the DCN, I was very happy as well, but not quite as much as when I passed CCNA. I finished up CCNP a couple of weeks ago and felt more a sense of relief than of joy. The only reason my wife and I celebrated was that the next day was Valentine's day so we combined the two occasions. Tonight, after passing CCDP, I'm not even excited at all about it. Weird, huh? However, if I ever finish CCIE, I doubt there will be much of a lack of excitement. Then again, maybe I'm wrong. I think that for some of us, the joy comes in the pursuit, not the catch, and with every cert that we finish, that's one less trophy to hunt and we have to find something else to stay happy. Who knows, maybe after I finish up CCIE (sometime before 2005 g) I'll actually go back and finish up a college degree! :-) Okay, I'm rambling. I'll go to bed now. John ___ Send a cool gift with your E-Card http://www.bluemountain.com/giftcenter/ _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED] _ FAQ, list archives, and subscription info: http://www.groupstudy.com/list/cisco.html Report misconduct and Nondisclosure violations to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
