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About the Authors
Michael Crane
, CCIE #5531, CCNA/CCNP/CCDP, is a network architect with Dimension Data since July 2000 and
specializes in the designing, implementation
,
and troubleshooting of global area networks. Dimension Data is one of the
six global partners of Cisco Systems, Inc.. Mike Crane has more than 20 years of experience in the computer industry
.
He maintains several Cisco certifications
,
including all the Cisco Specialization tracks, as well as Novell and Microsoft
certifications. Prior to working at Dimension Data, Mike was a consultant to Science Applications International Corpo-
ration (SAIC) and has supported large federal agencies
,
including the Department of Transportation, the
National Insti-
tutes of Health
,
and the White House.
Reginald Terrell
is currently employed as a Senior Telecommunications Engineer for Science Applications Interna-
tional Corporation (SAIC), and has been in the networking and computer industries for the past fifteen years. Through-
out his career, he has worked as a systems design engineer, network architect, integrator, certified trainer, technical
consultant, and project manager. His experience in telecommunications dates back to the 110-baud modem. His experi-
ence has given him the opportunity to address real-world problems, and the opportunity to develop sound strategies for
network design. Mr. Terrell holds several network certifications in Microsoft and Novell. He also holds several Cisco
certifications, which include the CCDP and CCNP, and is currently pursuing the CCIE certification. Reggie received his
Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science and his Master of Science degree in Telecommunications Management
from the University of Maryland.
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