The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers Pods HW060: CNAE – A New Wired Networking Certification From the CWNP
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Sep 9, 2025 In this engaging discussion, Tom Carpenter from CWNP shares his expertise on the newly launched Certified Network Administrator and Engineer (CNAE) certification. He highlights the critical skills this certification aims to instill, bridging the gap often overlooked in networking. The talk covers the evolution and significance of vendor-neutral certifications and tackles the challenges surrounding IPv6 addressing. Tom also focuses on simplifying networking management and providing foundational knowledge for all experience levels, ensuring a comprehensive educational approach.
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Community And Education Sparked CNAE
- Tom recounts industry feedback and education partnerships that drove CNAE's creation.
- He explains CWNP heard a call to fill gaps in fundamental networking knowledge used in mentoring and higher education.
Depth Over Surface-Level Certification
- CNAE fills a gap by teaching deep, practical wired networking knowledge beyond shallow vendor or entry-level certs.
- It covers topics like TCP congestion algorithms and real-world production issues rarely taught elsewhere.
Mostly Wired, With Practical Scope
- CNAE is roughly 90% wired content with a small wireless module included.
- It emphasizes switching, routing, cabling, and wired protocols for wired and wireless engineers.
