I'm looking at getting a home lab to prepare myself for the Network+, Security+, CCNA, and CCNAS. Are they worth getting?
In the long run I want to prepare myself for the CCNP and CISSP.
>>59111206
Yes, but don't get old shit. Most of those labs are old iOS shit, and don't support things like IPv6 and other newer things found on the CCNA.
You can also just virtualize it all. Look into using GNS3.
>>59111234
how would I know if I'm getting the newer equipment?
Also, how well will GNS3 prepare me for certification? Doing research, I should pair this with Packet Tracer for best results?
>>59111234
not true, v6 has been supported for over a decade now. anything running 12.1 or higher with adv ip servicres is fine
gns3 is great but it doesn't support ASICS so no switching, just buy a cat 2950 at 3750 you'll be fine
>tfw teaching a CCNA class right now