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FUNDAMENTALS OF NETWORKING
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NTC 362 Entire Course Link
https://uopcourses.com/category/ntc-362/
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Note: In this module, you will compare the OSI and TCP/IP network models and use the
command line to test connectivity in a network.
Capture screenshots after completing the PING and TRACROUTE steps. Paste
screenshots in a Word document.
Recommendation
References:
Table 2-2 Different Categories for Twisted-pair Cable, Based on TIA568B
NTC362r4 Table Template Week One
Mayberry Satellite Campus Network Diagram
Review the Network Configuration Visio document of the Mayberry Satellite Campus.
This diagram will be used throughout the course.
Scenario: As an IT networking trainee for your organization, your supervisor has given
you an assignment to review and evaluate ways for improving the network at the
Mayberry Satellite Campus. Your task, as detailed below, includes reviewing the existing
network cabling and providing a recommendation to improve the speed of the network.
Your task is to prepare a 1-page table using Microsoft Word or Microsoft Excel, with
the table column heading of current cabling, solution 1, and solution 2, and the row
headings of cabling types, speed of cables, and main function of the cable. In the table,
indicate the specifications of two possible hard-wired solutions that would improve the
speed of the network. Use the template file provided.
In preparation for Week Two, write a 1/2- to 1-page paper using Microsoft Word that
identifies how a wireless solution with wireless access points could also improve the
speed of the network. You can use valid internet sources and related personal
experience, or preview Ch. 4, "Wireless Networking," in Networking Essentials to
complete this task.
Note: In this module, you will look at the Wireshark tool and learn how to capture network
traffic.
Campus Network
Throughout the course you will be working with improvements to the Bedford Campus
and its satellite campus in Mayberry. The Bedford Campus with its 12 full-time employees
and two classrooms has recently increased its online enrollment to 1500 students
working asynchronously. The increase in student population has had a significant
slowdown in the network connectivity in the classroom. Reports have stated that it can
take up to twenty minutes, sometimes longer, to get connected to the online classroom or
to get to the Internet.
Your team has been tasked with determining the root cause of this problem. The analysis
should begin by taking a holistic view of the Bedford Campus network diagram to
understand the topology. Then, progress through the OSI model to find the problem. Also,
look for potential choke points that could cause a significant network slowdown. After
locating the potential cause of the problem, design a network with a proposed solution.
Develop a 1-page network diagram using Microsoft Visio, or one of the free network
diagramming programs you researched in Week One, of improvements that could be
made to the current configuration, including wireless improvements to the network.
Assumptions can be made in order to complete the diagram. The finished diagram
should include the following:
Routers and Switches
Wireless Access Point solutions
VLAN solutions
Possible resolutions to potential choke points you have identified
Satellite
Review the Network Configuration Visio document of the Mayberry Satellite Campus.
This diagram will be used throughout the course.
Scenario: As an IT networking trainee for your organization, your supervisor has given
you an assignment to extend the Mayberry Network to an additional space (see existing
diagram). The organization has obtained a space to create a 20-station learning center
and two classrooms at the existing location. Each classroom will have one computer for
the instructor and a wireless access point for the students. Typically, your supervisor has
used computers with an Intel Core i5 processor, 16 GB of RAM, a 500 GB hard drive and
a 10/100/1000 Ethernet NIC, but wonders if a better solution is available and would like
you to recommend a solution.
Develop a 1-page network diagram using Microsoft Visio, or one of the free network
diagramming programs you researched in Week One, to create a drawing of the learning
center. The diagram should include:
22 computers that you specify
Detailed specification for cabling, routing and switching, and wireless or VLAN
options to connect to the existing network
Note: In this module, you will look at SaaS. This will help with your additional
assignments for the week.
Based on your Week Two diagram and this week's discussions, develop a 6- to 8-
slide/panel storyboard document using Microsoft Word or PowerPoint.Your storyboard
should depict a timeline for improvements to the Bedford Campus and its Mayberry
Satellite. The storyboard should include the following:
Current issues identified and how they were identified
Wireless and cloud-based solutions to connectivity issues
A possible timeline for implementing your solutions
Personnel resources needed to implement your solution
Costs that need to be considered for your solution and timeline
Your table should compare the offering for the following criteria:
Cost
Availability of service to students
Security
Administrative burden on the school's IT department
Note: See the file NTC362 Table Template Week Three file for how to set up your table.
Also, write a 350-word executive brief or summary using Microsoft Word that answers
the following questions:
Based on your table, what service would you recommend and why?
How would you implement a cloud solution into the existing campus network
structure?
What elements of the existing network could be eliminated if cloud-based hosting
is used?
Would this cloud structure work regardless of how many students enroll?
Cite and list at least two different sources for this assignment.
and Protocols
Complete the module "Understanding Common Ports and Protocols" in the Practice
Labs course "CompTIA Security+."
Note: This modules uses Wireshark to analyze traffic through some of the common ports.
In Week Two, you started working with this tool. This week you can practice to feel more
comfortable with the tool that you will use in your upcoming security course.
Campus
Scenario: The IT leadership team has determined that the college will add another
satellite campus.
Android or Apple:
1. Update your operating system and applications
2. Back up your data
3. Limit ad tracking under "Privacy, Advertising"
4. Set up SIM card lock
5. Disable Bluetooth and/or WIFI when not in use
6. Set up email on your mobile device
Presentation
Scenario: The IT leadership team has determined that the college will add another
satellite campus that will have a Learning Center with 20 computers and 10 classrooms.
Each classroom will have one computer for the instructor and a wireless access point for
the students.
Note: Other applications like Adobe Spark or Microsoft Sway or Mix can be used
instead of PowerPoint.
Be sure to include supportive graphics and appropriate backgrounds and styles. All
references need to adhere to APA guidelines, and images should not be copied unless
author permission is obtained or copyright free images are used.