This document provides information on planning and designing internet infrastructure. It discusses the key components needed, including a computer with a recent CPU and sufficient RAM, a telephone modem to connect to the internet, a network interface card to connect to a wired or wireless access point, and access points such as routers to provide a link between the computer and internet service provider. The document describes what each of these components are and their functions in allowing a user to connect to the internet.
This document provides information on planning and designing internet infrastructure. It discusses the key components needed, including a computer with a recent CPU and sufficient RAM, a telephone modem to connect to the internet, a network interface card to connect to a wired or wireless access point, and access points such as routers to provide a link between the computer and internet service provider. The document describes what each of these components are and their functions in allowing a user to connect to the internet.
This document provides information on planning and designing internet infrastructure. It discusses the key components needed, including a computer with a recent CPU and sufficient RAM, a telephone modem to connect to the internet, a network interface card to connect to a wired or wireless access point, and access points such as routers to provide a link between the computer and internet service provider. The document describes what each of these components are and their functions in allowing a user to connect to the internet.
• Unit of Competence: Build Internet Infrastructure
• Module Title : Build Internet Infrastructure • Module Code: ICT HNS4 03 0811 Learning outcomes:
• LO1: Plan and design internet infrastructure
• LO2: Install and configure internet infrastructure and services • LO3: Test security and internet access • LO4: Ensure user accounts are verified for security • LO5: Manage and support internet LO1 Plan and design internet infrastructure • 1.1 Introduction to internet infrastructure • What is Internet? • It is net or the web that contains billions of web pages, • It is a limitless location to locate information and entertainment. • Also has thousands of services that make life more convenient. Cont…. • Internet infrastructure like: Software Computer hardware system with an Internet service provider • Computer Hardware Required for Internet & Internet Access Components 1. PC • Any PC (Windows) should work and is recommending at this time. • It could be that for your application a Mac or Linux box will work fine, but our priority for now is the PC(window) platform.Select a PC that will fit the user. • Ideally the PC will have: • a recent model CPU such as Pentium or Celeron, say 2Ghz or faster • 2GB RAM (1GB is OK but why take a chance) • Windows XP (Pro or Home) Cont… 2. Telephone Modem • converts the signals from your computer into a series of sounds and transmits them across the phone line. • It is combining parts of two different words: – Modulator and demodulator. • A modem is a device that both modulates and demodulates signals 3. Network Interface Card • NIC allows you to connect an Ethernet cable to your computer from an access point. • NIC can be built in to the computer or • purchased as an external device that you plug in to the computer. Cont… • 4. Wired Access Points • Access points are generally;routers, cable modems, or DSL modems that provide a link between the ISP and your physical computer.. 5. Wireless Access Points
• Allows you to connect to an access point without using a physical
connection. • Wireless access can be configured in your home using a wireless router and a computer with a wireless interface. • Wireless interfaces can be installed within the computer or • purchased separately as a USB device that can be plugged in when needed. Many businesses, such as hotels and coffee shops, provide free wireless access in their buildings for the use of their customers.