Tag Archives: Networking and Cybersecurity

CYBER.ORG: Networking Fundamentals – 1.2.2 – Network Types & 1.2.2 – Activity – Network Types Research

Objective:

The student will be able to explain the characteristics of
network topologies and network types.

Resources:

  • See PowerPoint presentation: 1.2.2 – Network Types.pptx

Assignment:

  1. Begin reading the 1.2.2 – Network Types.pptx presentation. This lesson will introduce you the different types of networks and their characteristics.
  2. Next, complete the 1.2.2 – Activity – Network Types Research activity form posted in the Google Classroom, and hand it in by end of day on Tuesday.

Assigned: September 20th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: September 24th, 2024

CYBER.ORG: Networking Fundamentals – 1.2.1 – Network Topologies & 1.2.1 – Activity – Network Topologies with String

Objective:

Compare and contrast the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model layers and encapsulation concepts.

Resources:

  • See PowerPoint presentation: 1.2.1 – Network Topologies.pptx

Assignment:

  1. Begin reading the 1.2.1 – Network Topologies.pptx presentation. This lesson will introduce you to the characteristics of network topologies and network types..
  2. Next, complete the 1.2.1 – Activity – Network Topologies with String activity in class today. Mister will provide the materials and explanation.
  3. Finally, complete the CYBER.ORG – Network Topologies Discussion Questions form posted in the Google Classroom. You may turn this in as a group, just make sure all your group members’ names are listed in the Names: line of the form.

Assigned: September 18th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: September 19th, 2024

CYBER.ORG – LAB – LINUX 101

Objective:

Students will begin preparing for proficiency in cyber security with an overview of Linux fundamentals and advanced commands.

Resources:

  • See PowerPoint presentations: Lab – Linux 101

Assignment:

  1. Read the Lab – Linux 101 to review fundamental Linux commands within the Linux operating system.
  2. Use the Terminal app in your Kali Linux virtual environment in the CYBER.ORG Cyber Range to follow along with the presentations, and practice or test the commands as you read about them.
  3. Begin reading the Lab – Linux 101 presentation to study the fundamentals of the Linux operating system. I will show you how to do some of the steps (Watch) and we will do some of the steps together (Together). Then, you will need to follow the steps listed on each “On Your Own” slide, being careful not to skip any steps.
  4. To demonstrate completion of this assignment, upload two screenshots: The first of the Terminal window from slide 24 that shows the results of the rm -rf command, and the second of the Terminal window displaying the results of the -v option when used with both of the directory commands introduced on slide 36 of the Lab presentation.

Assigned: August 20th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: August 21st, 2024

NETWORKING AND CYBERSECURITY 1H PRE-TEST – FALL 2024

Objective: Demonstrate prior knowledge in Cybersecurity Principles through completion of a pre-test assessment.

Resources:

  • None

Assignment:

Assigned: August 19th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: August 19th, 2024

CYBER.ORG – WELCOME TO THE CYBER RANGE – FALL 2024

Objective:

Students will begin preparing for proficiency in cyber security by connecting to the CYBER.ORG Cyber Range.

Link:

Assignment:

  1. Today, you will receive your login information for the CYBER.ORG Cyber Range at https://apps.cyber.org.
  2. A cyber range is a virtual lab environment where students are able to simulate cybersecurity scenarios in a safe, protected online environment as they explore the back end of IT systems used by today’s industries.
  3. Check your Teams for your username/password, and use it to log into the Cyber Range. You will use the Cyber Range to complete the Lab Activities and Case Study assignments throughout this course.
  4. Please see Mister Marmolejo if you encounter any difficulties connecting to or logging into the Cyber Range.
  5. We will begin using the Cyber Range with our first Lab Activity exploring the Linux Command Line Interface on Monday.

Assigned: August 16th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: August 16th, 2024

HAYDENMAGNET.ORG ACCOUNTS AND GOOGLE CLASSROOM 2024

Objective:

I can log into my Haydenmagnet.org Google Account with the login information provided to me and turn in an assignment using Google Classroom, so that I can successfully hand in assignments throughout the school year.

Links:
Google Apps for Carl Hayden: https://www.haydenmagnet.org

Topics Discussed:

  • Haydenmagnet.org
  • Google Drive
  • Google Classroom

Assignment:

  • Open a Chrome browser and visit the Google website.
  • Click the blue Sign In button in the upper right corner.
  • Sign in with the Haydenmagnet.org account provided to you in your Computer Fundamentals or other Computer Science class. If you do not remember your username or password from this account, or if you never took Computer Fundamentals or Computer Science, please see Mister Marmolejo to get your account information.
  • Once you are logged in, click on the “waffle” icon in the upper right corner and choose “Drive” from the list of Google Apps to access Google Drive. Here you will have access to the most useful Google Apps: Document, Presentation, Spreadsheet, Form and Drawing.
  • Click on the blue New button on the left hand side, and create a new Google Doc.
  • In this document, write a couple of sentences to tell me about the most interesting thing you’ve learned during our past week and a half together. It can be anything you learned in this class: something about the room, about the class itself, about me or another member of the class, etc. Add a couple more sentences about what you’re interested in learning about CyberSecurity (techniques, cyberthreats and how to handle them, cryptography, all of the above). If you don’t know specifically what you want to learn, just type a few sentences that let me know that you’ve got an open mind.
  • When you are finished, click the words “Untitled Document” in the upper left corner, and give this document a proper name.
  • Open a new Window or Tab in Chrome and navigate to https://classroom.google.com.
  • You should be able to join the Classroom using the code provided in class. If you did not receive the code, please see Mr. Marmolejo.
  • Look over the introduction post and the current assignment. This is where you will turn in the Google Doc you just created.
  • Attach the Google Doc to today’s assignment and submit it using Google Classroom by tomorrow.
  • If you have any questions, my email address is mi.marmolejo@haydenmagnet.org.

Assigned: August 15th, 2024
Teacher Pacing Due Date: August 16th, 2024

MEET YOUR MAC – FALL 2024

Objective:

  • I can effectively navigate the Macintosh OS, and change my desktop wallpaper, mouse settings and desktop settings using the System Preferences so I can customize and configure my Mac workspace to suit my preferences.

Links:

MacOS Ventura Basics: https://www.apple.com/business/enterprise/docs/resources/Employee_Starter_Guide-Mac_Basics-macOS_Ventura.pdf

Topics Discussed:

  • MacOS Ventura
  • Desktop
  • Menu Bar
  • System Preferences
  • Mouse
  • Dock
  • Icons
  • Finder
  • Trash
  • Launchpad
  • Documents
  • Finder Window
  • Finder Window Views
  • Safari
  • Google Image Search
  • Resolution

Assignment:

  1. Today we’ll begin our introduction to the Macintosh operating system.
  2. Follow along with the in-class demonstrations to learn how to:
    • Log in using your newly created network account.
    • Navigate through the MacOS Ventura operating system.
    • Identify and use items on the desktop, including the Finder, application icons, the menu bar, the dock, the trash and the Launchpad.
    • Use the System Preferences panel to adjust your Desktop wallpaper and your Mouse settings (enable right click).
    • Open a new Finder window and navigate to your Documents folder to store files and folders.
    • Use the Finder window to view files and folders in different ways.
    • Adjust the Finder Preferences to see all items on the desktop.
    • Use Chrome to browse the web
    • Locate and bookmark the class website (https://cgd.mistermarmolejo.com).
  3. Use Google Image Search to find an appropriate image to personalize your desktop. (Keep it classy!)
    • Use the Search Tools underneath the search bar to search for Large images with higher resolutions for the best results.
    • Remember: for the image to look good on your desktop, it has to have a minimum horizontal resolution of 1920 pixels!

Posted: August 14th, 2024

MACINTOSH ACCOUNT SETUP 2024-25

Objectives:

  • I can successfully log on to the 225 lab iMac workstations.

Links:

Lab Use Policy Presentation

Topics Discussed:

  • Proper use of school and network resources
  • Software Copying
  • Copyright
  • Software Privacy and Vandalism
  • Care of Equipment
  • Food and Drink Policy
  • Internet Usage Guidelines
  • Consequences of Policy Violation

Assignment:

  1. Today I’ll walk you through the process of logging in to the computer for the first time.
  2. Don’t forget your signed Technology Agreements are due today! Make sure you get those turned in to me before you leave class.
  3. Tomorrow, we’ll begin our introduction to the Macintosh operating system, so make sure you give me your signed Technology Agreement and get logged in today so you’re ready for this week’s lessons.

Posted: August 13th, 2024

INTRO TO NETWORKING AND CYBERSECURITY FALL 2024 – GETTING TO KNOW YOU AND THE CLASSROOM

Objective:

  • I can introduce myself to the instructor and the other students in the classroom and discover more about the classroom by completing an icebreaker activity to help build a fun and collaborative working environment.

Links:
None.

Topics Discussed:

  • Computer Graphic Design
  • Room 225
  • Mister Marmolejo
  • Yourself!

Assignment:

Welcome to my classroom website for Computer Graphic Design 1-2! This website will be your one-stop shop for all classroom assignments, announcements and materials pertaining to the class.

  1. Today we’re going to do one of those “getting to know you” activities. I know, you’re probably going to do something like this in every class today. Don’t worry, I’ll do my best to make it fun.
  2. Follow the instructions on the Room Map provided to discover the secrets of Room 225 as you meet your classmates and find your way around the classroom!
  3. Can you find all the items and win the “fabulous” prize? Do your best!

Posted: August 6th, 2024