create a network configuration diagram in Microsoft Visio using either the Basic Network Diagram or Detailed Network Diagram symbol sets:

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Overview

Understanding basic network terminology and the rationale for specific network configurations is a key skill for succeeding in the information technology field. In this activity, you will

demonstrate your understanding of both network terminology and systems mapping to create a home network diagram and define common networking terms.

Prompt

To demonstrate your understanding of these concepts, address the following:

1. Define the following IT concepts, and describe their role and importance within a network:

1. IP address and DNS

2. Server and client

3. VPN

4. Firewalls

5. LANs and WANs

2. Choose one of the following scenarios and create a network configuration diagram in Microsoft Visio using either the Basic Network Diagram or Detailed Network Diagram

symbol sets:

1. Justin Altuve operates a small photography business out of his home. He connects to the internet through a cable modem connected to a wireless router. For information

security, he uses a firewall. On his network, he has a desktop PC, a laptop, an IP phone, and a printer. He uses a digital camera that he regularly syncs with his laptop.

2. Georgia Springer runs a small accounting firm with two partners and a secretary. Each employee has a personal workstation. Client information is stored on a central

server shared between all workstations in the office. There is a single networked device that functions as a copier, printer, fax machine, and scanner. The office’s network

has a firewall and connects to the internet through a cable modem.

3. Compose a brief 100- to 200-word summary of the network configuration you modeled in Visio, including a description of the network configurations you would recommend. In

your summary, use the vocabulary discussed in the first part of this assignment and describe how these components work together within the context of a network.

Guidelines for Submission

Your submission must include:

A bulleted list that defines the identified key terms and concepts for network configurations.

A model of a networked system using Microsoft Visio.

Note: You may use either the Basic Network Diagram or Detailed Network Diagram symbol sets.

A brief one- to two-paragraph summary of the home network configuration following your updates.

Network Configura�on Model Rubric

Criteria Exemplary (100%) Proficient (85%) Needs Improvement (55%) Not Evident (0%) Value

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Criteria Exemplary (100%) Proficient (85%) Needs Improvement (55%) Not Evident (0%) Value

Network Terminology: IP

Addresses and DNS

Exceeds proficiency in an

exceptionally clear, insightful,

sophisticated, or creative

manner

Describes IP addresses and

DNS and their roles and uses

Shows progress toward

proficiency, but with errors or

omissions; areas for

improvement may include

accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail

Does not attempt criterion 10

Network Terminology:

Server and Client

Exceeds proficiency in an

exceptionally clear, insightful,

sophisticated, or creative

manner

Describes servers and clients

and their roles and uses

Shows progress toward

proficiency, but with errors or

omissions; areas for

improvement may include

accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail

Does not attempt criterion 10

Network Terminology: VPN Exceeds proficiency in an

exceptionally clear, insightful,

sophisticated, or creative

manner

Describes VPNs and their

roles and uses

Shows progress toward

proficiency, but with errors or

omissions; areas for

improvement may include

accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail

Does not attempt criterion 10

Network Terminology:

Firewalls

Exceeds proficiency in an

exceptionally clear, insightful,

sophisticated, or creative

manner

Describes firewalls and their

roles and uses

Shows progress toward

proficiency, but with errors or

omissions; areas for

improvement may include

accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail

Does not attempt criterion 10

Network Terminology:

LANs and WANs

Exceeds proficiency in an

exceptionally clear, insightful,

sophisticated, or creative

manner

Describes LANs and WANs

and their roles and uses

Shows progress toward

proficiency, but with errors or

omissions; areas for

improvement may include

accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail

Does not attempt criterion 10

Network Configura�on

Model

Exceeds proficiency in an

exceptionally clear, insightful,

sophisticated, or creative

manner

Models a network

configuration based on the

scenario description

Shows progress toward

proficiency, but with errors or

omissions; areas for

improvement may include

accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail

Does not attempt criterion 20

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Criteria Exemplary (100%) Proficient (85%) Needs Improvement (55%) Not Evident (0%) Value

Network Configura�on

Descrip�on

Exceeds proficiency in an

exceptionally clear, insightful,

sophisticated, or creative

manner

Describes a network

configuration, including the

peripherals and type of

network

Shows progress toward

proficiency, but with errors or

omissions; areas for

improvement may include

accuracy, clarity, logic, and

detail and the relationships

between components

Does not attempt criterion 20

Ar�cula�on of Response Exceeds proficiency in an

exceptionally clear, insightful,

sophisticated, or creative

manner

Clearly conveys meaning with

correct grammar, sentence

structure, and spelling,

demonstrating an

understanding of audience and

purpose

Shows progress toward

proficiency, but with errors in

grammar, sentence structure,

and spelling, negatively

impacting readability

Submission has critical errors

in grammar, sentence

structure, and spelling,

preventing understanding of

ideas

5

Cita�ons and A�ribu�ons Attributes sources where

applicable using citation

methods with very few minor

errors

Attributes sources where

applicable, but with consistent

minor errors

Attributes sources where

applicable, but with major

errors

Does not attribute sources

where applicable

5

Total: 100%