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Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for system and network administrators responsible for installation, setup, configuration, and administration of BIG-IP DNS systems. This course gives networking professionals a functional understanding of the BIG-IP DNS system as it is commonly used. The course covers configuration and ongoing management of the BIG-IP DNS system, and includes a combination of lecture, discussion, and hands-on labs. Module 1: Setting Up the BIG-IP System Introducing the BIG-IP System Initially Setting Up the BIG-IP System Archiving the BIG-IP Configuration Leveraging F5 Support Resources and Tools Provision the BIG-IP System and Confirm Network Configuration Module 2: Introducing the Domain Name System (DNS) and BIG-IP DNS Understanding the Domain Name System (DNS) Reviewing the Name Resolution Process Implementing BIG-IP DNS Using DNS Resolution Diagnostic Tools Module 3: Accelerating DNS Resolution Introducing DNS Resolution with BIG-IP DNS BIG-IP DNS Resolution Decision Flow Configuring BIG-IP DNS Listeners Resolving DNS Queries in the Labs (Lab Zone Records) Load Balancing Queries to a DNS Server Pool Accelerating DNS Resolution with DNS Cache Accelerating DNS Resolution with DNS Express Introducing Wide IPs Using Other Resolution Methods with BIG-IP DNS Integrating BIG-IP DNS into Existing DNS Environments Module 4: Implementing Intelligent DNS Resolutions Introducing Intelligent DNS Resolution Identifying Physical Network Components Identifying Logical Network Components Collecting Metrics for Intelligent Resolution Configuring Data Centers Configuring a BIG-IP DNS System as a Server Configuring a BIG-IP LTM System as a Server Establishing iQuery Communication between BIG-IP Systems Configuring a Non-F5 Server Defining Links and Routers Configuring Wide IP Pools Configuring Wide IPs Managing Object Status Using the Traffic Management Shell (TMSH) Module 5: Using LDNS Probes and Metrics Introducing LDNS Probes and Metrics Types of LDNS Probes Excluding an LDNS from Probing Configuring Probe Metrics Collection Module 6: Load Balancing Intelligent DNS Resolution Introducing Load Balancing on BIG-IP DNS Using Static Load Balancing Methods Round Robin Ratio Global Availability Static Persist Other Static Load Balancing Methods Using Dynamic Load Balancing Methods Round Trip Time Completion Rate CPU Hops Least Connections Packet Rate Kilobytes per Second Other Dynamic Load Balancing Methods Virtual Server Capacity Virtual Server Score Using Quality of Service Load Balancing Persisting DNS Query Responses Configuring GSLB Load Balancing Decision Logs Using Manual Resume Using Topology Load Balancing Module 7: Monitoring Intelligent DNS Resources Exploring Monitors Configuring Monitors Assigning Monitors to Resources Monitoring Best Practices Module 8: Advanced BIG-IP DNS Topics Implementing DNSSEC Setting Limits for Resource Availability Using iRules with Wide IPs Introducing Other Wide IP Types Implementing BIG-IP DNS Sync Groups Module 9: Final Configuration Projects Final Configuration Projects

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for Any Managed Service Provider who is designing VMware SD-WAN solutions or managing SD-WAN networks for their customers. Overview By the end of this course, you should be able to meet the following objectives: Explain VMware SD-WAN architecture Outline VMware SD-WAN key components Discuss various Managed Service Provider (MSP) use cases and deployment options Deploy VMware SD-WAN Gateway, and VMware SD-WAN Edge Manage VMware SD-WAN Cloud VPN Design VMware SD-WAN for performance and scalability Configure the Partner Gateway handoff Customers demand a scalable, secure, and manageable VMware SD-WAN? by VeloCloud©. To deliver a successful solution you must understand VMware SD-WAN architecture, know how the features can solve customer use cases, and be able to design a VMware SD-WAN that can be easily deployed, managed, and expanded. Course Introduction Introductions and course logistics Course objectives Architecture and Core Features Evaluate the current state of the enterprise WAN and limitations for growth Describe the key components and features of the VMware SD-WAN architecture Explain VMware SD-WAN component placement and interactions between components List VMware SD-WAN core value differentiators Describe VMware SD-WAN core features Evaluate the effect of VMware SD-WAN differentiators on a SD-WAN site deployment VMware SD-WAN MSP use Cases, Deployment Models, and License Models Compare VMware SD-WAN use cases List VMware SD-WAN deployment models Describe each VMware SD-WAN license model Zero Touch Provisioning Provision VMware SD-WAN Edges Describe the workflow of a VMware SD-WAN Edge activation. Provision a VMware SD-WAN Virtual Edge on VMware ESXi VMware SD-WAN Cloud VPN Configure the VMware SD-WAN Cloud VPN Consider the availability settings when deploying a Cloud VPN Describe the packet flow in a Cloud VPN Routing and Branch Design Control SD-WAN overlay and underlay route advertisement Overlay flow control Describe best practices when designing VMware SD-WAN with BGP Evaluate branch design options VMware SD-WAN Security Explain VMware SD-WAN security architecture Describe VMware SD-WAN Edge security capabilities High Availability Designs Distinguish between Standard and Enhanced High Availability (HA) and Virtual Router Redundancy Protocol (VRRP) Designing for Performance and Scale List the SD-WAN factors that influence scalability and performance Describe VMware SD-WAN Edge Clustering Standing up a Partner Gateway Describe VMware SD-WAN Gateway functionality and roles Provision a VMware SD-WAN Gateway from VMware SD-WAN Orchestrator Demonstrate the procedure to install a VMware SD-WAN Gateway on ESXi Describe how BGP works together with a Partner Gateway hand-off MSP Operations and Version Management Identify the appropriate documentation Demonstrate account management Describe the VMware SD-WAN upgrade sequence Demonstrate a VMware SD-WAN Edge and VMware SD-WAN Gateway upgrade

Running a retail operation isn’t all shelf-stacking and smiles. The Retail Management & Customer Relations Mini Bundle combines Retail Management, Negotiation Skills, Lean Manufacturing, Team Leader, and a Sales Crash Course to help build confidence in store coordination, people management, and customer engagement. This bundle is for those who want to take charge—without making it a drama. You’ll explore how to manage staff, sell with structure, cut waste through lean thinking, and communicate with clarity. Whether you're chasing targets or just tired of guessing what goes where, this no-fluff bundle gives structure to your retail ambition. Learning Outcomes: Understand store operations through structured Retail Management modules. Develop effective Negotiation Skills for retail conversations and deals. Learn Lean Manufacturing methods to cut process waste. Explore Team Leader responsibilities in fast-paced environments. Improve selling confidence via the Sales Crash Course. Manage store tasks and team goals more efficiently. Who is this Course For: Staff preparing for Retail Management responsibilities. Sales assistants looking to develop team-leading confidence. People learning Negotiation Skills for customer or supplier talks. Anyone curious about Lean Manufacturing in a retail setting. Individuals interested in improving everyday sales methods. Aspiring managers looking for flexible training. Store workers managing teams or store-wide tasks. Learners building confidence in people-facing retail roles. Career Path: Retail Manager – £30,000 average UK salary Sales Executive – £29,000 average UK salary Assistant Store Manager – £28,000 average UK salary Team Leader (Retail) – £27,000 average UK salary Supply Chain Assistant – £26,500 average UK salary Lean Coordinator – £32,000 average UK salary

Master charity-focused accounting, financial and business analysis, plus Xero software in this online training bundle. Managing charity finances calls for more than good intentions. This course bundle covers accounting, financial analysis, business management, business analysis, and Xero—all vital for ensuring that resources are handled sensibly and transparently. Because even the best cause needs balanced books. Whether you're entering receipts or presenting year-end figures, this training provides clear, structured guidance to support your day-to-day tasks. Xero software is included, helping you navigate cloud-based finance without the stress. Ideal for those juggling spreadsheets and funding streams, this bundle gives your charity’s back-office a little less chaos—and a bit more control. Learning Outcomes: Learn core accounting methods used in the charity sector. Analyse charity finances with confidence and accuracy. Manage business operations from a financial perspective. Evaluate activities through business analysis strategies. Use Xero for charity-based bookkeeping and reporting. Support financial decision-making with data and structure. Who Is This Course For: Charity finance assistants working with digital accounts. Bookkeepers using or transitioning to Xero software. Office staff supporting charity accounting and reporting. Charity managers responsible for budget oversight. Fund officers involved in expenditure monitoring. New staff joining charity financial teams. Trustees reviewing charity performance and cash flow. Analysts supporting charity funding and forecasting. Career Path (UK Average Salaries): Xero Bookkeeper – £28,000 per year Charity Finance Officer – £33,000 per year Accounting Assistant (Non-profit) – £29,500 per year Business Manager (Charity) – £36,000 per year Financial Analyst – £37,000 per year Grants and Finance Coordinator – £31,500 per year

The KYC and Customer Identity Management Mini Bundle is your fast pass into financial services careers demanding expertise in KYC, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Self Organisation, and Online Meeting Management. As businesses grow digitally, these skills are indispensable for staying hireable and effective. If you’re seeking roles that combine compliance with customer interaction, this bundle was created to get you noticed by employers—and hired. Description Financial services demand precision and professionalism. This mini bundle combines essential skills in KYC, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Self Organisation, and Online Meeting Management to prepare you for modern workplace challenges. Understanding KYC is foundational, while strong Communication Skills and Negotiation Skills enable you to navigate client conversations effectively. Employers also value Self Organisation for managing compliance deadlines and workflows, and Online Meeting Management skills to excel in today’s remote and hybrid environments. Investing in all five skills in one bundle gives you a competitive edge employers seek. Don’t wait while others grab this opportunity to build a future-proof career. FAQ Who is this bundle aimed at? Professionals or newcomers wanting to specialize in financial services roles requiring KYC, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Self Organisation, and Online Meeting Management. Will this bundle improve my remote working skills? Yes. With Online Meeting Management and Self Organisation, you’ll be well-prepared for digital and remote workflows alongside KYC, Communication Skills, and Negotiation Skills. Is this a limited time offer? Yes. Bundles combining KYC, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Self Organisation, and Online Meeting Management won’t be available indefinitely. Secure your spot today.

The Introduction to Business Management Mini Bundle offers a clear and concise selection of courses designed for those new to managing teams, projects, and business operations. This bundle covers essential topics such as business management principles, project and operations management, alongside vital communication and negotiation skills. It delivers practical knowledge in a straightforward way, suitable for learners looking to develop foundational business expertise. This bundle suits anyone interested in understanding how organisations function, how projects are managed efficiently, and how clear communication and negotiation contribute to success. Without unnecessary jargon or filler, the courses provide accessible learning to build confidence and competence in business environments. Learning Outcomes: Understand the basic principles of business and management functions. Learn how to organise and plan projects from start to finish. Explore how operations management supports effective workflow systems. Develop communication skills for clear and effective workplace interactions. Practice negotiation techniques to achieve beneficial business outcomes. Apply management concepts to everyday organisational challenges. Who Is This Course For: New managers seeking foundational business and project skills. Team leaders aiming to improve communication and negotiation. Employees interested in understanding business operations better. Entrepreneurs learning how to manage business projects effectively. Administrators supporting business functions and team coordination. Students exploring business management as a career path. Professionals preparing for workplace leadership roles. Anyone wanting to develop solid business management knowledge. Career Path: Business Manager – £30,000 to £50,000 Project Coordinator – £26,000 to £38,000 Operations Supervisor – £28,000 to £40,000 Team Leader – £25,000 to £35,000 Business Development Officer – £27,000 to £42,000 Negotiation Specialist – £28,000 to £45,000

The Skill Up Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel Mini Bundle is perfect for those looking to sharpen their digital desk toolkit. Whether you’re working in admin, learning the ropes, or just trying to get that spreadsheet to finally behave, this mini bundle includes MS Word, Touch Typing, Administrative Assistant, MS PowerPoint, and Time Management to keep things running smoothly. Everything's online, self-paced, and made to fit around your actual schedule—no alarms, no meetings, just you and your favourite hot drink. From drafting that Word document like a pro to whipping up a snazzy PowerPoint (with animations, of course), the Skill Up Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Excel Mini Bundle lets you learn it all without a rush. Learning Outcomes: Use Microsoft Word to create and format professional documents. Build efficient Excel sheets using time-saving functions. Create visual presentations confidently using PowerPoint tools. Develop keyboard speed and accuracy through typing skills. Understand key admin tasks in a support role. Apply time-saving techniques for daily office work. Who is this Course For: Admin assistants looking to improve digital office skills. Office workers needing Microsoft refresher knowledge. Virtual assistants managing multiple client tasks. Jobseekers targeting office-based support positions. Freelancers needing better time and document control. Students preparing for future workplace admin tasks. Career changers wanting basic software training. Anyone tired of guessing Excel formulas and button names. Career Path: Administrative Assistant – £23,000/year Office Coordinator – £25,000/year Data Entry Clerk – £21,000/year Virtual Assistant – £26,000/year Document Controller – £27,500/year PA/Secretary – £28,000/year

The Data Science: Data Analyst Mini Bundle is made for those who prefer evidence over guesswork. With key topics including Data Analysis, SQL, Python, Project Management, and MS Excel, this collection gives you a balanced mix of logic, organisation, and data literacy—all without trying to teach you twenty things at once. Whether you're managing a project or wrangling a CSV file, this course bundle is your sensible step toward making decisions based on something more reliable than a hunch. It’s suitable for career starters, team members, or those just trying to figure out what on earth a pivot table actually does. Learning Outcomes: Understand how to analyse and interpret structured data sets. Use SQL for database queries and data manipulation tasks. Write Python code to simplify and clean large datasets. Work efficiently with Excel for data calculation and graphs. Apply data knowledge in structured project workflows. Improve confidence in working with numbers and logic. Who Is This Course For: Aspiring analysts looking for a strong entry-level foundation. Team members working with spreadsheets and basic datasets. Managers wanting to understand what the analysts are saying. Graduates targeting data-related office positions. Freelancers exploring tech-focused client projects. Job seekers needing stronger data confidence and skill sets. People who enjoy patterns, statistics, or tidy spreadsheets. Anyone who’s been told to “check the numbers” again. Career Path: Junior Data Analyst – £30,000/year Python Programmer – £40,000/year SQL Data Developer – £42,000/year Project Analyst – £35,000/year Excel Data Specialist – £32,000/year Data Administrator – £34,000/year

Being a modern estate agent is more than holding a clipboard and smiling convincingly. This mini bundle gives you the essential tools to speak the language of sales, law, and land with confidence. We’ve stripped it back to the bones—just what you need to know, with no fluff. From understanding contract law to grasping property-related legal obligations, this bundle takes you through the core knowledge expected in the modern property sector. Throw in a sales crash course, and you’re left with a content-rich resource ideal for agents at the beginning or middle of their journey. Learning Outcomes: Understand legal basics behind estate and property agreements. Learn key concepts behind land surveying and usage rights. Develop a solid understanding of contracts and property law. Discover core principles of sales tailored to estate settings. Identify property-related rules and professional responsibilities. Strengthen communication within sales and estate transactions. Who Is This Course For: Estate agents looking to sharpen sales and legal knowledge. New starters entering property-focused customer roles. Office-based staff managing property-related documents. Individuals interested in UK land and property regulations. Sales professionals exploring opportunities in property. Admin workers entering the estate sector environment. Career changers from retail or hospitality to property sales. Anyone needing clearer insight into contract and land law. Career Path: Sales Negotiator (Estate Agency) – £25,000 per year Estate Agent – £26,000 per year Land Surveying Technician – £28,500 per year Property Sales Assistant – £24,000 per year Contracts Support Officer – £30,000 per year Sales Administrator (Property) – £23,000 per year

The Ethical Hacking Courses for Beginners Mini Bundle introduces you to the world of cyber safety—without needing a hoodie or suspicious basement. It covers Cyber Security, IT, GDPR, Network Engineering, and Time Management, offering a well-rounded start to understanding how systems work and what keeps them from falling apart. Ideal for curious minds who’ve ever wondered what makes systems vulnerable or how networks talk to each other. Throw in some GDPR for good measure and time management to keep the overwhelm away. The Ethical Hacking Courses for Beginners Mini Bundle is informative, accessible, and refreshingly un-dramatic. Learning Outcomes: Understand core cyber security threats and prevention strategies. Recognise IT system structures and basic hardware/software functions. Explore fundamental network design and common vulnerabilities. Identify key GDPR rules affecting online data and systems. Organise tasks and manage deadlines using simple time strategies. Improve cyber awareness across digital tools and settings. Who is this Course For: Beginners curious about networks and cyber security issues. Professionals managing digital systems or online communication. IT support staff wanting structured learning in security. Admins working with digital records and GDPR data. Remote workers handling sensitive client or system data. Students considering roles in entry-level cyber security. Tech-savvy individuals who want formal IT knowledge. Anyone suspicious of phishing emails (and rightly so). Career Path: Junior Cyber Security Analyst – £28,000/year IT Support Technician – £26,500/year Network Administrator – £30,000/year Cyber Security Assistant – £27,500/year Digital Support Officer – £25,000/year Technical Administrator – £26,000/year