Topic 3 - Networks

3.1 Networks

Networks Fundamentals

3.1.1. Identify different types of networks

    Class Activities
    Consider LAN, VLAN, WAN, SAN, WLAN, INTERNET, VPN, P2P and PAN networks
    1. State what does the acronym stand for
    2. Outline every network by listing fundamental characteristics and pictures

DATA TRANSMISSION

    Class Activities
  1. 3.1.6. Define the terms: protocol, data and packet
  2. 3.1.7. Explain why protocols are necessary
  3. 3.1.8. Outline the characteristics of different transmission media

WIRELESS NETWORKING

    Class Activities
  1. 3.1.12.Outline the advantages and disadvantages of wireless netwok
  2. 3.1.13.Describe the hardware and software components of a wireless network
  3. 3.1.14.Describe the characteristics of wireless networks
  4. 3.1.15.Describe the different methods of network security. Include encryption types, userID, trusted media access control (MAC) addresses
  5. 3.1.16.Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each method of network security

HARDWARE COMPONENTS

    Class Activities
  1. List the main features of the following networks components:
    • Switch
    • Router
    • Gateway
    • Wireless Access Point (WAP)
    • Firewall
    • Hub
    • Proxy

NETWORK ARCHITECTURES

    Class Activities
  1. List the main features of the following networks architectures:
    • Client - Server
    • Peer to Peer