Analyse, Implement & Evaluate Networking Techniques for Industry

1.Demonstrate deep and systematic understanding of system and networking concepts, including principles, technologies, and emerging trends.

2.Scientifically and critically analyse, implement and evaluate networking techniques, technologies, strategies and methodologies used in industry. Apply analytical and problem-solving skills in order to select and implement networking solutions appropriate to multiple organisational and environmental contexts.

What am I required to do in this assignment?

Scientifically and critically analyse, implement and evaluate networking techniques, technologies, strategies and methodologies used in industry. Apply analytical and problem-solving skills in order to select and implement networking solutions appropriate to multiple organisational and environmental contexts.

1) Create a directory accessible as Read-only by all users called CompanyDocs and store a dummy document called HRdoc m. Only Admin group members can edit files in CompanyDocs directory

2) Install and configure a Linux client to be a member of the Domain and users from the this domain can access resources on the server

3) (Optional Task) Install and configure a Windows client to be a member of the Domain and users from the this domain can access resources on the server

4) Deploy any other required services as needed for the operation of LDAP

5) Your network must use the IP addressing scheme of 192.168.198.0/24

Demonstration week

A directory service using an LDAP implementation installed, configured with a number of users, groups, organisational unit (OU), and shared folders as stated above to mimic an enterprise server. The server should be provide the client with the necessary access to the directory service through its search features.

Full testing of all user accounts, groups, OU, and shared folders should be carried out from the client side only. All work should be clearly documented and added to Task 4 along with the appropriate justifications and citations as required in that task.

Any command(s), or configuration(s) used from the Internet, software files, and/or textbooks must be clearly cited using Harvard referencing. Failure to correctly cite any materials may result in up to 5 marks being deducted. No textbook definitions or explanations should be included in the report. Assume that the document is to be read by a Systems Administrator.

Is there a size limit?

You are required to follow and meet the Assessment Specifications stated below:

• This is an individual assignment delivered as a portfolio with block tasks assigned.
• You are required to deliver networking service(s) in a fully operational environment using Linux Virtual machines of your choice. The notional hours required to complete the assignment successfully is 80 hours.
• Harvard Referencing must be used.
• Your report must be electronically submitted on Turnitin and a copy of the completed system(s) on a USB flash drive submitted, or via an online cloud storage with a shared link emailed, to the Unit Coordinator on the Due date.
• You are also required to demonstrate your work to the unit staff, during the practical sessions.

What do I need to do to pass? (Threshold Expectations from UIF)

• Install, configure, and operate the network service(s) in an industry standard multi-user system.
• Justify your choice of network solution (contextually, technically and in terms of meeting current organizational norms and trends and satisfying the business context).
• Test and critically evaluate the behaviour of the system.

How do I produce high quality work that merits a good grade?

By addressing all the assessment requirements and threshold expectations stated above and following the comments in the Marks & Feedback section below.

How does assignment relate to what we are doing in scheduled sessions?

You are required to show your progress in the form of completed tasks for marking during the practical sessions for the whole duration of the assessment. At these sessions, you will be questioned on your knowledge and technical skills based on the presented  work and content covered in the lectures and practical sessions. A final report of 3000 words will be submitted where you are required to fully justify your design, implementation and configuration, provide a detailed testing strategy to test your configured services, create a maintenance plan as appropriate to the case, and critically evaluate your work