Activity 1 : Research on the Internetworking Devices

Activity 1:  Research on the how internetworking devices relate to each other.

Content – LO 2 : Discuss how internetworking devices can be used to connect hosts in a network based on the given scenario.

Upon understanding on various types of “internetworking devices” and their role in data transmission, post your findings on the following scenario-based questions:

Scenario 1: A small office with a handful of employees is planning to expand its network infrastructure to accommodate new hires. They need to integrate additional network devices into their existing setup. What network devices should they consider adding, and how will these devices enhance the network's performance and capabilities? What network devices should the small office consider integrating into its existing network to accommodate new hires, and how will these devices enhance the network's performance and capabilities?

Scenario 2 : A large enterprise is upgrading its data centre to support increased data processing and storage demands. They plan to integrate various network devices into the data centre architecture. What types of network devices are essential for the enterprise's data centre upgrade, and how will these devices contribute to the data centre’s functionality and efficiency in handling increased data processing and storage demands?

Scenario 3 : A homeowner wants to implement smart home automation, integrating various devices for lighting, heating, and security systems. What network devices should the homeowner incorporate into their smart home automation setup, and how do these devices facilitate the seamless operation of lighting, heating, and security systems?

  • Participate in the discussion forum: Access the designated discussion forum or platform provided by the course facilitator.
  • Start a new thread or respond to an existing thread: Share your insight and observation in identifying the requirements for all the three scenarios above. You are given 3 days to work on this.

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