Reference no: EM133212937 , Length: Word Count: 3 Pages
Assignment - Cyber Security Paper
Title - Compare Network Mapping Tools and Components
Books and Resources -
Stallings, W. (2013). Data and computer communications (10th ed.). Pearson.
Read Chapter 11, 12, and 13.
Aristova, N. I. (2016). Ethernet in industrial automation: Overcoming obstacles. Automation and Remote Control, 77(5), 881-894.
Othmen, S., Rekik, M., Zarai, F., Belghith, A., & Kamoun, L. (2016). Shortest and secure routing protocol for multi-hop cellular networks (SSRP-MCN). Security & Communication Networks, 9(18), 5346-5362.
Instructions - For this assignment, you must write a technical paper that examines the differences and similarities between different network components and different networking mapping tools.
Your paper should address the following:
1. Describe hubs, switches (Layer 2 and 3), bridges, and routers.
2. Describe the differences and similarities in functionality and features.
3. When would you recommend using one device over the other (if ever)?
4. Which devices are more intelligent? Justify your response.
5. Explain what a network mapping tool is and how it is used.
6. Describe how the Nmap tool works.
7. Select and describe another similar tool.
8. Describe the differences and similarities between the two tools.
9. Recommend the most effective tool. Justify your choice.
Your paper should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards.