Chuck, I'm seeing a couple of different CDs....which one, in particular, are
you talking about? Do you have a direct url?
""Chuck Larrieu"" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote in message
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> Certification Zone ( www.certificationzone.com ), known for its topic
matter
> white papers and practice labs, is now selling the CD2000, a compendium of
> practice tests for the CCIE and CCNA certifications.
>
> As the CD was released with time to spare before my CCIE written exam, I
was
> able to incorporate it into my routine. Here are some of my thoughts:
>
> 1) the application has CCNA and CCIE sections.
>
> 2) One can choose from the "study" zone, and the "exam" zone for each. The
> exam zone is a simulated test, with an appropriate number of questions,
and
> an appropriate time limit for completion
>
> 3) The study zone is broken in topics, of a number of questions each. I
> found myself using this feature a lot. For example, if I wanted to review
> routing protocols, I would just select the routing protocol section, and
> work on the questions contained.
>
> 4) The material seems to be from past Certification Zone tests and white
> papers.
>
> 5) It was very nice to be able to take as many practice tests as I wanted.
>
> 6) Oh yes - installation is a breeze. My only gripe is there seems to be
no
> way to make full screen the default setup.
>
> There are a few negatives. 600 practice questions sounds like a lot, until
> you've popped up your fifth practice exam, and you have seen a lot of
> overlap. One begins to wonder if the scores are more the result of having
> seen the question before rather than having learned anything. Let's put it
> this way - I don't think I passed any of the Cert Zone tests. I passed the
> real thing with miles to spare.
>
> Howard Berkowitz can be something of an acquired taste. I myself have
> acquired it, but it can be a bit off beat. For example, I would get very
> hungry while studying network diagrams in which all the devices are named
> after cheeses, spices, and savories. :->
>
> Also, as those of you who have been around here a while can attest, the
> Berkowitz method demands full understanding of how things behave. As a
> result, his tests can be very frustrating, delving far deeper into things
> than one might expect, or even think necessary. The tests are far far more
> difficult than the actual test that I saw.
>
> And there is the usual error or two.
>
> That said, I would say that for the price charged, this can be a very good
> source of study material. The practice tests will certainly challenge you.
> It is good training for developing the thought process you will need to
pass
> the real thing.
>
> Check the web page for pricing. Certification Zone members pay less than
non
> members. There is an introductory membership offer for buyers. Check it
out
> and see if this tool is suitable for your own study plan.
>
> ( disclosure - in the past I have been compensated by Certification Zone
for
> services rendered. However, I receive no consideration for saying nice
> things about the CD )
>
> Chuck
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