Question:
Learning Outcomes:
1.Explain key features of network architecture and purpose of network technologies LO 2 Analyse physical layer for networking, common protocols and multimedia communications
2.Use appropriate network tools and techniques LO 4 Analyse network traffic network security issues
3.Apply methods and tools for the configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of network devices
4.Use problem solving techniques to recommend basic network management solutions LO 7 Model the management of a small office network with basic routers and switches
Assignment Description
You are a Network and security engineer for the XYZ Consulting Corporation, which is a leading network designer and security provider for the small-scale offices. As the Network and security engineer you are required to perform the following tasks.
Task 1:
Propose a network design for small scale office (Ex: Business type, departments, building plan). You are free to assume the name of the office and number of staffs
Purpose of the Project
Network overview (ex: connecting PCs, subnetworks, servers or wi-fi networks)
- Explain briefly about the device used.
Requirements of the project including network diagram
- Draw and explain the proposed network diagram
- Design a network using packet tracer. Configure routers, switches and end devices you have used. Test your network by pinging end devices across different departments.
What are the common attacks plaguing your network? How to prevent from attacking your network?
Critically analyse possible security issues in your network and suggest some prevention techniques.
Task 2:
Use Wireshark to Capture, Filter and Inspect Packets
Install Wireshark and start a sample capture using your wireless interface. Save your capture file on the desktop with name_studentID.pcap (Example: jack_451245.pcap),
and close Wireshark. Provide a screenshot in your report.
(After downloading and installing Wireshark, you can launch it and double-click the name of a network interface under Capture to start capturing packets on that interface.
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