Objective
- I can demonstrate my understanding of Networking fundamentals by organizing and assembling a local area network in accordance with OSHA regulations and best practices.
Links:
Topics Discussed:
- Chapter 2: The Internet and World Wide Web
- Networking Fundamentals
- Local Area Network
- Network Topologies
- Hubs vs Switches
- TCP/IP – Transport Connect Protocol/Internet Protocol
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Cable Management
Assignment:
- This week, we will be working in one of the Computer Studies labs, where we will organize and assemble a local area network to function in a working classroom.
- Observe the lab that we are working in. Section 1910.22(b)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act states: “Aisles and passageways shall be kept clear and in good repairs, with no obstruction across or in aisles that could create a hazard.” Do you see any conditions in the lab that might violate this standard?
- Each student collect their Dell PC from the shelf where they are stored, as well as all of the necessary cables and peripherals, taking care to keep the cables organized and close to the PC. Students should also take note of the collection of network cables, as they will be called upon to select one of an appropriate length when it is time to assemble the network.
- Refer to the in-class discussion on Network Hardware and Network Topologies – which would be the best physical topology for the proposed class configuration, given the networking equipment we have on hand?
- As a class, we will decide on the best arrangement for the desks and tables, given the room’s existing network infrastructure and the technical and physical requirements of our class, as well as OSHA regulations and best practices.
- With these requirements in mind, assemble the network according to the instructor’s directions. Take care to bundle network and power cables and to ensure that they do not protrude from the desks and present a snag hazard, or cross walkways and present a tripping hazard.
- Are the networking devices we are using hubs or switches? How can you tell the difference? Can you tell just by looking at the device?
- What type of cable are we using? Why are we using this type of cable? Why are we even using cable instead of connecting the workstations to the Wi-Fi network? What are the benefits of wired networking over wireless?
- As the network takes shape, can you see why the topology selected was the best to suit the classroom conditions?
- Participation points will be awarded for participating in the lab rebuild. You must be in attendance and participate each day of the lab to receive credit, so don’t miss class and don’t miss out on some easy lab points!
Assigned: September 28th, 2018
Due Date: October 4th, 2018
Objective:
Students will be able to describe the Internet and the World Wide Web, and the difference between the two. We discuss the ways of connecting to the Internet, both narrowband and broadband, and the types of Internet access providers. We cover the basic structure of the Internet and who controls it. We also consider the parts of the World Wide Web—websites, web pages, browsers, URLs, web portals, search tools, and search engines. We probe the mysteries of HTML and hyperlinks.
In the second half of the chapter, we consider the riches of Internet use, and then we look at the risks. Among the riches are email, instant messaging, FTP, newsgroups, and mailing lists. We also have telephone, multimedia, webcasting, blogs, e-commerce, and social networking. Among the risks: snoopers, spam, spoofing, phishing, pharming, cookies, spyware, and malware such as viruses..
Link:
Topics Discussed:
- Internet
- World Wide Web
- Narrowband
- Broadband
- Internet Access Provider
- Websites (pages, browser, URLs, web portals, search tools and search engines)
- HTML
- Email
- Instant Messaging
- FTP
- Newsgroups
- Mailing Lists
- Telephony
- Multimedia
- Webcasting
- Blogs
- E-Commerce
- Social Networking
- Online Privacy
- Online Threats
Assignment:
- Complete the Chapter 2 “Sharpening the Saw” Practice quiz, due Monday of next week. The Practice quiz consists of 65 questions.
- Check your score afterwards, and if you got less than 80 percent, try, try again!
- Go for 100%! The more you retry, the better prepared you’ll be for the final Chapter 2 quiz next Thursday!
Assigned: September 21st, 2018
Teacher Pacing Due Date: September 26th, 2018
Objective:
Students will be able to describe the Internet and the World Wide Web, and the difference between the two. We discuss the ways of connecting to the Internet, both narrowband and broadband, and the types of Internet access providers. We cover the basic structure of the Internet and who controls it. We also consider the parts of the World Wide Web—websites, web pages, browsers, URLs, web portals, search tools, and search engines. We probe the mysteries of HTML and hyperlinks.
In the second half of the chapter, we consider the riches of Internet use, and then we look at the risks. Among the riches are email, instant messaging, FTP, newsgroups, and mailing lists. We also have telephone, multimedia, webcasting, blogs, e-commerce, and social networking. Among the risks: snoopers, spam, spoofing, phishing, pharming, cookies, spyware, and malware such as viruses.
Link:
Topics Discussed:
- Internet
- World Wide Web
- Narrowband
- Broadband
- Internet Access Provider
- Websites (pages, browser, URLs, web portals, search tools and search engines)
- HTML
- Email
- Instant Messaging
- FTP
- Newsgroups
- Mailing Lists
- Telephony
- Multimedia
- Webcasting
- Blogs
- E-Commerce
- Social Networking
- Online Privacy
- Online Threats
Assignment:
- Complete the Chapter LearnSmart module, due Wednesday, Sept. 19th. This Practice assignment consists of 100 questions.
Assigned: September 13th, 2018
Teacher Pacing Due Date: September 19th, 2018
Objective:
- I can demonstrate my understanding of Chapter 2 through a summative quiz.
Links:
McGraw-Hill Connect: https://connect.mheducation.com/
Topics Discussed:
- Chapter 2: The Internet and World Wide Web
Assignment:
- Click the https://connect.mheducation.com/ link to connect to the online testing website.
- Navigate to the “Test Your Might – Chap. 2 Quiz”.
- The quiz is 85 questions, all multiple choice, and reflects material studied in both Chapter 1 and Chapter 2.
- Please put away all notes, study guides and other materials before starting the quiz.
- Please close all other documents and webpages and do not open any new tabs or windows until after you have submitted the quiz.
- Please remain silent until everyone has completed the quiz.
- Submit your test answers before the end of the class period today.
- The quiz will autosubmit at 12:30pm, so use your time wisely.
- When you have completed your quiz, you may begin reading Chapter 3 on in the online textbook.
Assigned: September 21st, 2017
Due Date: September 21st, 2017
Objective:
Students will be able to describe the Internet and the World Wide Web, and the difference between the two. We discuss the ways of connecting to the Internet, both narrowband and broadband, and the types of Internet access providers. We cover the basic structure of the Internet and who controls it. We also consider the parts of the World Wide Web—websites, web pages, browsers, URLs, web portals, search tools, and search engines. We probe the mysteries of HTML and hyperlinks.
In the second half of the chapter, we consider the riches of Internet use, and then we look at the risks. Among the riches are email, instant messaging, FTP, newsgroups, and mailing lists. We also have telephone, multimedia, webcasting, blogs, e-commerce, and social networking. Among the risks: snoopers, spam, spoofing, phishing, pharming, cookies, spyware, and malware such as viruses..
Link:
Topics Discussed:
- Internet
- World Wide Web
- Narrowband
- Broadband
- Internet Access Provider
- Websites (pages, browser, URLs, web portals, search tools and search engines)
- HTML
- Email
- Instant Messaging
- FTP
- Newsgroups
- Mailing Lists
- Telephony
- Multimedia
- Webcasting
- Blogs
- E-Commerce
- Social Networking
- Online Privacy
- Online Threats
Assignment:
- Complete the Chapter 2 “Sharpening the Saw” Practice quiz, due Monday of next week. The Practice quiz consists of 65 questions.
- Check your score afterwards, and if you got less than 80 percent, try, try again!
- Go for 100%! The more you retry, the better prepared you’ll be for the final Chapter 2 quiz on Thursday!
Assigned: September 14th, 2017
Teacher Pacing Due Date: September 18th, 2017
Objective:
Students will be able to describe the Internet and the World Wide Web, and the difference between the two. We discuss the ways of connecting to the Internet, both narrowband and broadband, and the types of Internet access providers. We cover the basic structure of the Internet and who controls it. We also consider the parts of the World Wide Web—websites, web pages, browsers, URLs, web portals, search tools, and search engines. We probe the mysteries of HTML and hyperlinks.
In the second half of the chapter, we consider the riches of Internet use, and then we look at the risks. Among the riches are email, instant messaging, FTP, newsgroups, and mailing lists. We also have telephone, multimedia, webcasting, blogs, e-commerce, and social networking. Among the risks: snoopers, spam, spoofing, phishing, pharming, cookies, spyware, and malware such as viruses..
Link:
Topics Discussed:
- Internet
- World Wide Web
- Narrowband
- Broadband
- Internet Access Provider
- Websites (pages, browser, URLs, web portals, search tools and search engines)
- HTML
- Email
- Instant Messaging
- FTP
- Newsgroups
- Mailing Lists
- Telephony
- Multimedia
- Webcasting
- Blogs
- E-Commerce
- Social Networking
- Online Privacy
- Online Threats
Assignment:
- Complete the Chapter LearnSmart module, due Monday, Sept. 11th. This Practice assignment consists of 100 questions.
Assigned: September 7th, 2017
Teacher Pacing Due Date: September 11th, 2017
Objective
- I can demonstrate my understanding of Networking fundamentals by disassembling, organizing and reassembling a local area network in accordance with OSHA regulations and best practices.
Links:
Topics Discussed:
- Chapter 2: The Internet and World Wide Web
- Networking Fundamentals
- Local Area Network
- Network Topologies
- Hubs vs Switches
- TCP/IP – Transport Connect Protocol/Internet Protocol
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Cable Management
Assignment:
- This week, we will be working in one of the Computer Studies labs, where we will disassemble, organize and reassemble a local area network to function in a working classroom.
- Observe the lab that we are working in. Section 1910.22(b)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act states: “Aisles and passageways shall be kept clear and in good repairs, with no obstruction across or in aisles that could create a hazard.” Do you see any conditions in the lab that might violate this standard?
- Each student should select a portion of the classroom and begin disconnecting all network and power cables from the individual workstations, taking care to keep the cables organized and close to the workstations, as they will be used to reassemble the network once the workstations are moved.
- All cables should be removed from the floor and metal cable channels and set aside for later use.
- Refer to the in-class discussion on Network Topologies – which would be the best physical topology for the proposed class configuration, given the networking equipment we have on hand?
- Once the classroom desks and workstations have been moved, reassemble the network according to the instructor’s directions. Take care to bundle network and power cables and to ensure that they do not protrude from the desks and present a snag hazard, or cross walkways and present a tripping hazard.
- Are the networking devices we are using hubs or switches? How can you tell the difference? Can you tell just by looking at the device?
- What type of cable are we using? Why are we using this type of cable? Why are we even using cable instead of connecting the workstations to the Wi-Fi network? What are the benefits of wired networking over wireless?
- As the network takes shape, can you see why the topology selected was the best to suit the classroom conditions?
- Participation points will be awarded for participating in the lab teardown/rebuild. You must be in attendance and participate each day of the lab to receive credit, so don’t miss class and don’t miss out on some easy lab points!
Assigned: September 27th, 2016
Due Date: September 30th, 2016
Objective:
- I can demonstrate my understanding of Chapter 2 through a summative quiz.
Links:
McGraw-Hill Connect: https://connect.mheducation.com/
Topics Discussed:
- Chapter 2: The Internet and World Wide Web
Assignment:
- Click the https://connect.mheducation.com/ link to connect to the online testing website. Log in with your credentials that we set up in the second week of class.
- Navigate to the “Test Your Might – Chap. 2 Quiz”.
- The quiz is 80 questions, all multiple choice.
- Please put away all notes, study guides and other materials before starting the quiz.
- Please close all other documents and webpages and do not open any new tabs or windows until after you have submitted the quiz.
- Please remain silent until everyone has completed the quiz.
- Submit your test answers before the end of the class period today.
- When you have completed your quiz, you may begin reading Chapter 3 on in the online textbook.
Assigned: September 23rd, 2016
Due Date: September 23rd, 2016
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