TEC105 Introduction to Information Networks Assessment 2R

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Subject Code:	TEC105
Subject Name:	Introduction to Information Networks
Assessment Title:	Report
Assessment Type:	Individual
Word Count:                    1,500            Words                             (+/-10%)
Weighting:	30 %
Total Marks:	30
Submission:	MyKBS
Due Date:	Week 10

Your Task

This assessment is to be completed individually. In this assessment, you will write a report and create a network architecture proposal for the organisation UniversityNet.

Assessment Description

You are a network engineer tasked with creating a proposal to upgrade the network architecture for the organisation UniversityNet. Your proposal should address the current challenges faced by the company and provide solutions to improve their network performance, reliability, and security.

Please refer to the case study below for more detailed information.

Case Study:

UniversityNet is a growing tech startup that specialises in building online learning platforms for schools and universities. The organisation has 50 employees who work remotely from various locations around the world. The organisation’s current network infrastructure consists of a router, two switches, and 50 laptops. Each laptop is connected to the switches via Ethernet cables, and the switches are connected to the router. The router is connected to a fibre optic internet connection  TEC105 Introduction to Information Networks Assessment 2R that provides 100 Mbps download and upload speed. The organisation’s online learning platform is hosted on a cloud server.

The organisation has recently experienced network performance issues, including slow download and upload speeds, dropped connections, and difficulty accessing cloud-based applications. The company has also expressed concerns about network security and wants to ensure that their network infrastructure is secure and reliable.

Your task is to analyse the current network infrastructure and propose a solution that addresses the identified problems and improves the network performance, reliability, and security. Your proposal should include a network diagram, a description of the proposed network architecture, a list of recommended hardware and software components, and a cost estimate.

This assessment aims to achieve the following subject learning outcomes:

LO1	Describe the main technologies, models and protocols used in data communications and networking.
LO3	Identify problems that emerge among the networks that constitute today's internet architecture.
LO4	Describe solutions for common internet architecture problems.

Assessment Instructions

•   Your report should be submitted in Word Document or PDF format and be approximately 1500 words in length.

•   Conduct research on network architecture principles and protocols that are appropriate for UniversityNet organisation’s needs.

•   Analyse the current network infrastructure and identify the problems and limitations.

•   Develop a proposal that addresses the identified issues and proposes solutions for improving

network performance, reliability, and security. The proposal should include a network diagram, a description of the proposed network architecture, a list of recommended hardware and software  components, and a cost estimate.

•   Prepare a technical report that outlines your proposal, including the analysis, the proposed

network architecture, and the cost estimate. The report should be engaging and provide clear explanations of the proposed solutions.

•   Your report should include a minimum of six (6) academic references from credible sources,    such as peer-reviewed journal articles, industry reports, or academic books. These references should be cited using KBS Harvard referencing style.

•   Please refer to the assessment marking guide to assist you in completing all the assessment criteria