Objective:
Students will be able to:
- Define differences between LAN and WAN
- Identify characteristics of central connection devices
Standards:
CompTIA Security+ Objectives:
2.5 Explain the purpose of mitigation techniques used to secure the enterprise.
• Segmentation
4.1 Given a scenario, apply common security techniques to computing resources.
• Hardening Targets
• Switches, Routers, Servers
Guiding Question:
What is the difference between a WAN and a LAN and what are some basic network components?
Resources:
- Lesson Slides Lesson 5.2.1 – Network Components.pptx and Student Handout 2.1.2 – IoT Devices.pptx Presentations available on Google Classroom
Assignment:
- Read the Lesson 5.2.1 – Network Components.pptx Microsoft PowerPoint slideshow in today’s class.
- Use the instructions in the Lesson 5.2.1 – Network Components.pptx presentation to complete the Activity 5.2.1 – Network Puzzle Worksheet Check for Understanding activity using the materials provided in Google Classroom. (25 pts)
Assigned: February 9th, 2026
Teacher Pacing Due Date: February 10th, 2026