Marshmallow Network

Essential Question: How can I design a LAN or a WAN using multiple network devices?

Mastery Objectives:

• SWBAT design a LAN or a WAN using multiple network devices.

• SWBAT assign IP addresses correctly using both private and public IP addresses.

• SWBAT select appropriate devices for wireless and wired LANs.

• SWBAT identify devices and nodes and where they are positioned in a hierarchy.

• SWBAT select the appropriate topology for a LAN.

Directions: In groups of two, create a WAN with a LAN where you have the following requirements:

• Identify an appropriate topology.

• Assign private and public IP addresses to nodes and devices.

• Create a wireless LAN.

• Create a wired LAN.

• Connect multiple LANs using the following devices at least once:

  • Router

  • Switch

  • Bridge

  • Wireless Router

  • Modem

• Servers:

  • DNS

  • DHCP

  • Email

  • Printer

  • Web

  • One other server of your choice

• Select and identify appropriate mediums

• Nodes: Desktops, Laptops, and other mobile devices

You need to: 

1. Find images on the Internet

2. Save them into a google doc or MS Word Document

3. Print them out

4. Label the devices

5. Assign an appropriate IP address to nodes, devices, and servers

6. Glue the images with the labels and IP addresses to marshmallows

7. Connect the devices with toothpicks for stability:  light green is fiber optic, orange is coaxial cable, teal is twisted pair.