Managing Networks

Scenario You have been working in the IT support department for a few months now and it is expanding. Task 1 Give a presentation explaining the role of network managers to a group of trainee network technicians. The content must include:- A description of current and emerging network technologies. Content must include:- • Network technologies: operating systems; protocols; layout; devices • Networking operating systems: examples eg Windows, Linux • Networking protocols: eg SNMPv3, ICMP • Layout: eg cabling, topologies, wireless • Network devices: servers; workstations; interconnection devices; network cards; vendor specific hardware Task 2 Describe the purpose of networking tools • Networking tools: purpose eg fault management, performance management; specific examples of tools eg HP Openview, Cisco Works, Wireshark; using system software eg to find network assets Task 3 Identify emerging technologies and how they have, or may affect networks • Impact of emerging technologies: enhanced capabilities eg faster, greater storage capacity, improved control; new work methods eg mobile working, home working, web centric applications; ease of use • Emerging technologies: examples eg server virtualisation, video on demand Task 4 Explain the functions of network management • Network technologies: operating systems; protocols; layout; devices • Networking operating systems: examples eg Windows, Linux • Networking protocols: eg SNMPv3, ICMP • Layout: eg cabling, topologies, wireless Task 5 Explain the goals of fault management and the consequences of failure Task 6 Justify why routine network performance management should be carried out, including reference to quality and efficiency