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Purpose: This slide introduce the Cisco IOS.
Emphasize: Use this slide for your first introduction of Cisco IOS software to your
students. Cisco IOS software is the platform that delivers network services for the
network applications. This IOS software platform extends beyond the routers. IOS
applies as well to selected Catalyst switches. Eventually, all Cisco platforms may
merge to the Cisco IOS software.
Note: The Cat 1900 and 2900xl switch IOS has a common look and feel like the
router’s IOS. However, the switch IOS is not 100% identical to the router’s IOS.