Assignment 1 

Discussion

Do you see any real-world applicability for Combinatorial coverage?  And can you think of “constraints” that make it even more real-world? 

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Assignment 2 

Question 1: Integrating LAN Configuration and WAN Services

Task:
a) Given a hypothetical business scenario (e.g., a multinational corporation with multiple branch offices), design a network topology that integrates LAN configurations for each branch office and WAN services to connect all offices. Justify your topology design based on scalability, performance, and cost considerations.
b) Identify and explain the specific WAN service (e.g., Frame Relay, ATM, MPLS, Wide Area Ethernet) suitable for each branch office connection, taking into account their individual needs and data transfer requirements.

Question 2: Maximizing Guided and Wireless Transmission Media

Task:
a) Analyze the advantages and disadvantages of using guided transmission media (e.g., optical fiber, coaxial cable) and wireless transmission media (e.g., Wi-Fi, cellular networks) in a LAN-WAN integrated network.
b) Propose a plan to maximize the utilization of both guided and wireless transmission media for seamless communication between LANs and WANs, considering reliability, security, and bandwidth requirements.

Assessment:

The assignment will be assessed based on the following criteria:

1. Logical and efficient network topology design with justifications provided for Question 1.
2. Thorough analysis and proposed plan for maximizing guided and wireless transmission media for Question 2.
3. Demonstrated understanding of LAN-WAN integration concepts and technologies.
4. Integration of relevant research and industry best practices to support arguments and findings.

Note: Students are encouraged to use any diagramming tool of their choice (e.g., Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart) to create the network topology diagram. Additionally, all sources should be cited appropriately using the required citation style.