Information Systems

Assignment 3

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· Required Reading

The required reading provides foundational information on networking components, security features within those components, and alternatives for placement on the network, which will inform the Unit 3 assignment and discussion.

· Use Networking for Dummies to read Part V, "Managing and Protecting Your Network," pages 321–358.

· Use Pervasive Computing and Networking to read Part 2, "Pervasive Networking Security," pages 159–218.

· Web Resources

Video

The objective of this video is to demonstrate security features that exist within a modern network and the components that make up that network.

· Communications and Network Security | CISSP Training Videos | Transcript (125 minutes).

Internet and Library Research

Engage in research using the following keywords related to network components, their placement on the network, and the security features they contain. This research will inform the Unit 3 assignment and discussion.

· Computer network devices.

· Computer network components.

· Computer network security features.

· Computer network security components.

· Secure computer network device resources.

· Secure computer network device information.

· Computer network secure configuration.