Assignment
Answer the questions paper must be 2 pages (excluding the title page and reference pages) and single-spaced.
1. What are the main differences between operating systems for mainframe computers and personal computers?
2. Describe in detail the difference between the client-server and peer-to-peer models of distributed systems.
3. How are network computers different from traditional personal computers? Describe some usage scenarios in which it is advantageous to use network computers.
For this Case Assignment you will be expected to complete the following.
• Select a network traffic analysis tool. Suggested tools include:
Microsoft Network Monitor,
Capsa Free, and
WireShark
Although you can select any other tool you feel is worthwhile for the assignment.
• Gather some data from your home network using the selected tool. You may not have a network, but you will still be able to gather data from your computer, the connection to the Internet, and the associated traffic.
• Write a paper summarizing your results that addresses the following:
• Describe the tool you selected and why you selected this tool.
• Describe the data you collected and how it can be used to identify threats to your network.
• Include a summary of the data and screen shots of the tool in use.
• Include a title page.
• Cite all sources and provide a reference list at the end of your paper.
• Paper should be 3 double-spaced pages, excluding the title and reference pages.
• The paper will be assessed on your ability to consolidate ideas from your research and your understanding of the materials.