Ipt_Yr_12_Assessment_Task

Hi, Here is you’re Communications ASSESSMENT TASK, enjoy the challenge. 2010 COMMUNICATIONS ASSESSMENT TASK Qu 1 Describe in detail the operation and purpose of a mail server and a web server. 10 Marks Qu 2 Outline the operation of a home wireless network (include all Information Technology and protocols used). Discuss the advantages and disadvantages, giving examples of each to justify your answer. 10 Marks Qu 3 Communications have greatly changed the nature of the workplace. In relation 10 Marks to the following headings, briefly describe using examples on each as to how the nature of work has changed. a) Power and Control b) Ethics c) Interpersonal Relationships d) Work and Employment Issues e) Current and Emerging Trends in Communication Qu 4 Currently some Countries are trialling broadband Internet access over the 10 Marks existing power grid. Evaluate this type of access as compared to the current methods of broadband access. Qu 5 Critically analyse the social and business effects the Internet has had on the Banking sector. 10Marks Qu 6 Other than E-mail and Social networking applications, discuss how other applications/appliances have changed the way we communicate socially and conduct business' 10 Marks Qu 7 Encryption is often used when transferring data to keep it secure, explain how the encryption process is carried out. 5 Marks Qu 8 Outline the roles of a Network Administrator of a company for a computer Network consisting of a file server, a proxy server, 120 workstations and 900 users, and is part of WAN of 100 similar companies. 10 Marks Qu 9 The Client-server architecture is used on most networks. With the aid of 5 Marks two examples explain why this type of architecture is so important. Qu 10 Explain the operation of a packet switching network' Give an example where packet switching is used. 10 Marks Qu 11 Evaluate the different forms of broadband Internet connection (ISDN, ADSL, ADSL2 and Cable) for use in a small online business of eight employees 10 Marks Please remember to frame your answers using the Glossary of key Words as a guide. Please E-mail the answers as a Word document to your teacher at the following. gregory.cooper11@det.nsw.edu.au or john.simmonds2@det.nsw.edu.au DUE DATE: WEEK 8 Monday 29/11/2010 WRITTEN TEST 60/70 Minutes Week 9 Date to be set