Methods of assessing technology's impact on the information systems industry in regional and national markets are examined. Also introduced are network performance evaluation and inter-connectivity issues involving bridges, routers and gateways. In this lab students use major cabling topologies to configure and install LANs. Configuration and operation of major LAN operating systems and their administration are also covered. In this course students translate basic network theory into the environment of a popular network operating system.
Emphasis is placed on installing and troubleshooting server and client software.
Security considerations, file maintenance and network management are also covered. In this lab students gain hands-on experience installing a popular network operating system. This course examines information systems controls, and addresses computer and computer generated-data security issues. Through computer lab exercises students examine file data and establish access controls for network systems.