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IT 200 Network Configuration Model Guidelines and Rubric
Overview
Understanding basic network terminology and the rationale for speci�c network con�gurations is a key skill for succeeding in the information technology �eld. In this activity, you will
demonstrate your understanding of both network terminology and systems mapping to create a home network diagram and de�ne common networking terms.
Prompt
To demonstrate your understanding of these concepts, address the following:
1. De�ne the following IT concepts, and describe their role and importance within a network:
1. IP address and DNS
2. Server and client
3. VPN
4. Firewalls
5. LANs and WANs
2. Choose one of the following scenarios and create a network con�guration diagram in Microsoft Visio using either the Basic Network Diagram or Detailed Network Diagram symbol sets:
1. Justin Altuve operates a small photography business out of his home. He connects to the internet through a cable modem connected to a wireless router. For information security,
he uses a �rewall. On his network, he has a desktop PC, a laptop, an IP phone, and a printer. He uses a digital camera that he regularly syncs with his laptop.
2. Georgia Springer runs a small accounting �rm with two partners and a secretary. Each employee has a personal workstation. Client information is stored on a central server shared
between all workstations in the of�ce. There is a single networked device that functions as a copier, printer, fax machine, and scanner. The of�ce’s network has a �rewall and
connects to the internet through a cable modem.
3. Compose a brief 100- to 200-word summary of the network con�guration you modeled in Visio, including a description of the network con�gurations you would recommend. In your
summary, use the vocabulary discussed in the �rst part of this assignment and describe how these components work together within the context of a network.
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Network Configuration Model Rubric
Criteria Exemplary (100%) Pro�cient (85%) Needs Improvement (55%) Not Evident (0%) Value
Network Terminology: IP
Addresses and DNS
Exceeds pro�ciency in an
exceptionally clear, insightful,
sophisticated, or creative
manner
Describes IP addresses and
DNS and their roles and
importance
Shows progress toward
pro�ciency, but with errors or
omissions; areas for
improvement may include
accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail
Does not attempt criterion 10
Network Terminology:
Server and Client
Exceeds pro�ciency in an
exceptionally clear, insightful,
sophisticated, or creative
manner
Describes servers and clients
and their roles and importance
Shows progress toward
pro�ciency, but with errors or
omissions; areas for
improvement may include
accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail
Does not attempt criterion 10
Network Terminology: VPN Exceeds pro�ciency in an
exceptionally clear, insightful,
sophisticated, or creative
manner
Describes VPNs and their roles
and importance
Shows progress toward
pro�ciency, but with errors or
omissions; areas for
improvement may include
accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail
Does not attempt criterion 10
Network Terminology:
Firewalls
Exceeds pro�ciency in an
exceptionally clear, insightful,
sophisticated, or creative
manner
Describes �rewalls and their
roles and importance
Shows progress toward
pro�ciency, but with errors or
omissions; areas for
improvement may include
accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail
Does not attempt criterion 10
Network Terminology: LANs
and WANs
Exceeds pro�ciency in an
exceptionally clear, insightful,
sophisticated, or creative
manner
Describes LANs and WANs and
their roles and importance
Shows progress toward
pro�ciency, but with errors or
omissions; areas for
improvement may include
accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail
Does not attempt criterion 10
Network Con�guration
Model
Exceeds pro�ciency in an
exceptionally clear, insightful,
sophisticated, or creative
manner
Models a network
con�guration based on the
scenario description
Shows progress toward
pro�ciency, but with errors or
omissions; areas for
improvement may include
accuracy, clarity, logic, or detail
Does not attempt criterion 20
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Criteria Exemplary (100%) Pro�cient (85%) Needs Improvement (55%) Not Evident (0%) Value
Network Con�guration
Description
Exceeds pro�ciency in an
exceptionally clear, insightful,
sophisticated, or creative
manner
Describes a network
con�guration, including the
peripherals and type of
network
Shows progress toward
pro�ciency, but with errors or
omissions; areas for
improvement may include
accuracy, clarity, logic, and
detail and the relationships
between components
Does not attempt criterion 20
Articulation of Response Exceeds pro�ciency in an
exceptionally clear, insightful,
sophisticated, or creative
manner
Clearly conveys meaning with
correct grammar, sentence
structure, and spelling,
demonstrating an
understanding of audience and
purpose
Shows progress toward
pro�ciency, but with errors in
grammar, sentence structure,
and spelling, negatively
impacting readability
Submission has critical errors in
grammar, sentence structure,
and spelling, preventing
understanding of ideas
5
Citations and Attributions Attributes sources where
applicable using citation
methods with very few minor
errors
Attributes sources where
applicable, but with consistent
minor errors
Attributes sources where
applicable, but with major
errors
Does not attribute sources
where applicable
5
Total: 100%