Objective:
This section introduces you to the technologies and infrastructure that makes Internet connectivity possible. After finishing this section, you should be able to:
- Describe the relationship between ISPs and the internet.
- Compare and contrast internet service options.
- Use a cable modem to connect a small home office network to the internet.
- Explain how successive generations of cellular technologies impact mobile internet speed.
- Describe how to use a virtual private network (VPN) to create a secure connection over the internet.
- Configure a wireless infrastructure for internet connectivity.
- Install a cable modem to a WAN connection.
- Install a wireless router.
- Connect the internet port on a router to a cable modem.
- Connect a computer to a LAN port on a wireless router.
- Configure an iPad to use SSL to securely communicate with an email server.
- Connect an iPad to a secure wireless network.
- Configure a VPN connection on a laptop computer with the following settings.
- VPN server address.
- Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol (SSTP).
- Secure password-based authentication protocol.
- Connect a laptop to a VPN.
Links:
- TestOut Courseware: https://labsimapp.testout.com/
Key Terms:
- Dial up
- Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)
- Cable
- Fiber optic
- Satellite
- Cellular
- Wi-Fi
- Virtual Private Network (VPN)
- Uplink
- Downlink
- Hotspot/tethering
Topics Discussed:
- What is the relationship between an ISP and the internet?
- When might it be beneficial to use a VPN?
- What are the benefits and drawbacks of different types of internet connections?
Assignment:
- Access the TestOut Courseware through the provided link.
- Study 6.4: Internet Connectivity and complete the 6.4.4, 6.4.6, 6.4.9 & 6.4.12 Lab/Activities and the 10 question Exam to complete the Section.
Assigned: April 12th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: April 16th, 2024
AZ CS Standard: Computing Systems – HS.CS.T.1