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Network Administration Assignment

This document discusses the roles of a network administrator and system administrator. It also covers different types of network designs including VPN, LAN, and WAN. It outlines the steps to set up a LAN and join a computer to a domain. Key terms discussed include domain, domain controller, tree, forest, local user account, and domain account. When designing a network, factors like security/control and scalability must be considered.

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Network Administration Assignment

This document discusses the roles of a network administrator and system administrator. It also covers different types of network designs including VPN, LAN, and WAN. It outlines the steps to set up a LAN and join a computer to a domain. Key terms discussed include domain, domain controller, tree, forest, local user account, and domain account. When designing a network, factors like security/control and scalability must be considered.

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NETWORK ADMINISTRATION ASSIGNMENT.

TITUS GIKONYO – SCT121-0899/2021.


Roles of a network admin.
 Designing and planning the network.
 Setting up the network.
 Maintaining the network.
 Expanding the network.
Three types of network design.
 Virtual Private Network (VPN) Design: VPN design involves creating
secure and private connections over a public network, such as the Internet.
It enables remote users or branch offices to securely access the corporate
network.
 local area network and is the most common and popular network design
found in most businesses and homes. It is a network that interconnects
devices in a limited geographical area. The single defining characteristic of
a LAN is that it connects devices located within a single, limited area such
as a building or a house
 wide area network. A wide area network is a large computer network, which
connects groups of computers or communication devices over large
distances. Unlike a LAN, it is not tied to a single geographic location.
WANs are generally used by businesses to connect their office networks
located at multiple geographical sites.
Roles of a system admin.
 User administration (setup and maintaining account)
 Maintaining system
 Verify that peripherals are working properly
 Quickly arrange repair for hardware in occasion of hardware failure
 Monitor system performance
 Create file systems
Process of joining a computer to a domain.
1. Verify network connectivity.
2. Obtain domain information.
3. Access system properties.
4. Join the domain
5. Specify domain details.
6. Authenticate with domain credentials.
7. Complete the process.
8. Log in with domain credentials.
9. Verify domain connectivity.

In order for a LAN to be effective and secure the need of the user it should be
implemented according to a series of planned steps. Outline the steps
1. Equipment
 First, you need the right equipment to set up your LAN. This includes:
 A router
 Ethernet cables for every device you want to connect
 A computer
 Devices
 A broadband connection, router, and modem (if looking to connect to the
internet)
2. Connect the First Computer
3. Set Up the Wi-Fi
4. Connect to the Internet
5. Connect the Remaining Devices

A domain.
An internet domain is an administrative structure for organizing, delivering and
accessing services on the internet. The terms "domain" and "domain name" are
often used interchangeably (in context of the internet) because the domain structure
is associated with how domains are named.
Internet domains are set up in accordance with the Domain Name Service (DNS),
an application layer protocol and service used on networks to translate host names
to their associated IP addresses. DNS is an essential component of the internet. It is
implemented as a decentralized, hierarchical system that's distributed globally
across a conglomeration of DNS servers. The service acts as a giant directory for
resolving domain names to IP addresses and IP addresses to domain names,
irrespective of where the domains are located.

Domain controller.
A domain controller (DC) is a crucial component in a network infrastructure
that manages user authentication, authorization, and centralized management of
network resources. It plays a vital role in the Windows Server environment and
is responsible for maintaining security, managing user accounts, and enforcing
policies within a domain.
Tree.
In networking, a tree is a hierarchical network topology that is structured in a tree-
like manner, with a root node at the top and branches extending downward. It is a
common design for organizing and connecting network devices, such as switches,
routers, and hubs. The tree topology offers scalability, ease of management, and
efficient data flow within the network.
A forest.
In the context of networking, a "forest" typically refers to a concept within the
Windows Server environment known as an Active Directory Forest. Active
Directory is a directory service developed by Microsoft that is used to manage
resources and provide authentication and authorization services in a Windows
network environment.
Difference between a local user and a Domain account.
1. Local User Account:
1. A local user account is created and stored locally on a single computer
or device.
2. It is specific to that particular computer or device and cannot be used
to access resources on other computers in a network.
3. The account's permissions and access rights are limited to the local
machine where it is created.
4. Local user accounts are typically used on standalone computers or
devices that are not part of a network domain.

2. Domain Account:
1. A domain account is created and managed by a central server called a
domain controller in a Windows domain network.
2. It is stored centrally on the domain controller and can be accessed
from any computer within the domain.
3. Domain accounts allow users to log in to any computer within the
domain using their credentials, providing a unified login experience.
4. The domain administrator can define and enforce policies, access
controls, and permissions that apply to domain accounts across the
network.
5. Domain accounts provide centralized management, allowing
administrators to easily manage user accounts, security settings, and
group policies from the domain controller.

When designing a network, one has to consider if to apply peer to peer or a


client server network. List and explain two factors that are to be considered.

 Security and Control: Security is a critical factor to consider when designing


a network, as it involves protecting data and resources from unauthorized
access or attacks. The level of control over the network and the data being
transmitted also plays a role in this decision.
 Scalability: Scalability refers to the ability of a network to accommodate an
increasing number of users or devices without compromising its
performance. When considering scalability, it's important to evaluate the
anticipated growth of the network and the expected workload.

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