Assignment: Applied Networking (Practical Steps)
Course: Cisco IT Essentials
Chapter: 6 - Applied Networking (Practical Steps)
Due Date: [Insert Due Date]
Instructions:
Answer all the questions below. Provide detailed explanations where required. Perform practical
steps where applicable and document your results with screenshots or written observations.
Section 1: Device to Network Connection
1. Explain the difference between a wired and wireless network connection.
2. List the steps required to connect a desktop computer to the internet using an Ethernet
cable. What indicator shows that the connection is successful?
3. If a laptop cannot connect to a Wi-Fi network, list three troubleshooting steps you would
take to resolve the issue.
4. Perform a test on your own device:
o Connect to a Wi-Fi network.
o Use the ping command to test the connection to 8.8.8.8.
o Take a screenshot or describe the output.
Section 3: Configuring a Network Interface Card (NIC)
7. Describe the steps required to enable or disable a wired NIC in Windows.
8. Why would someone assign a static IP address instead of using DHCP? Provide a
practical example where this is beneficial.
9. Perform a test on your own device:
o Navigate to your network adapter settings.
o Attempt to set a static IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.100).
o Document the process and any challenges faced.
Section 4: Wireless Networking in a Small LAN
10. Describe the steps to set up a new home Wi-Fi router, including security measures that
should be taken.
11. What is WPA3 encryption, and why is it important for securing a wireless network?
12. If you were setting up a Wi-Fi network for a small office, what three security settings
would you enable and why?
Section 5: Configuring Firewall Settings
13. How does a firewall protect a network? Provide an example of a cyber threat that a
firewall can block.
14. In Windows, how would you block a specific application from accessing the internet?
15. Perform a test on your own device:
Open Windows Defender Firewall settings.
Attempt to block an application (e.g., a browser) from accessing the internet.
Document your process and results.
Section 6: Configuring IoT Devices
16. What are IoT devices, and how do they connect to a network?
17. List the steps required to set up a smart bulb on a Wi-Fi network.
18. What security risks are associated with IoT devices, and how can they be mitigated?
Section 7: Troubleshooting Connectivity Issues
19. In Scenario 1, Alice’s laptop suddenly loses internet access. Describe how you would
troubleshoot the issue step by step.
20. In Scenario 2, David is connected to Wi-Fi but cannot access the internet. What steps
should he take to resolve the issue?
21. Think of a real-world networking issue you have faced. Describe the problem, the
troubleshooting steps you took, and the final solution.
Submission Guidelines:
Submit your assignment as a Word or PDF document.
Include screenshots or written observations for practical tasks.
Ensure your answers are well-structured and written in clear, professional language.
Cite any sources if external references are used.
Instructor’s Note:
This assignment is designed to help students develop hands-on networking skills. Take this
opportunity to practice real-world troubleshooting and configuration steps. Good luck!
