Map your Network

Research how to design a Local Area Network (LAN). (Hint: Look for network design checklists.)

Include diagrams for LANs in your research, reviewing at least five.

Create a diagram of the LAN or Wide Area Network (WAN) that identifies the following:

• Hardware components
• Environment or context (Who is using the LAN and for what.)
• Network protocols used
• Network processing methods
• Key factors that ensure reliable and consistent data and functioning networking systems

Note: Create diagrams with Microsoft® Visio®, Microsoft® PowerPoint®, or another software application approved by your Instructor. Use call outs as needed to identify items and provide explanations.