Data and Information Retrieval
Task 1: Database design
Introduction
The International Space Station (ISS) is a habitable artificial satellite in low Earth
orbit. It is the ninth space station to be inhabited by crews following previous orbital
stations that were launched by the US the former Soviet Union and later Russia. The
ISS is intended to be a laboratory, observatory and factory in space as well as to
provide transportation, maintenance, and act as a staging base for possible future
missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond. In order to support the crew and overall
operation of ISS the space agencies in charge of running the station conduct regular
missions to launch spacecraft carrying payloads of essential or replacement
equipment up to ISS. A payload inventory, see table below, is recorded of each
mission, consisting of the space agency leading the mission and the equipment
payload to be sent up to ISS. The overall weight of the payload is also determined in
order to calculate the fuel needed for orbital insertion of the spacecraft to successfully
rendezvous with ISS.
Currently there is no database being used for managing the payload inventory
information in the table above.
This task is split up into two parts:
- In its current form, it’s a traditional DB. Keep it that way? Your call. Explain your
decision. - Design the database for the information above. Implement the DB using any
method of your choice (SQL, MongoDB, Cassandra DB or Graph DB).
Note:
If it is a relational database it should be normalized first.
Task 2: Poster of ethics associated with a medical database
A hospital is considering producing a database from patient data it has collected over
the past 20 years to analysis itself and to sell to other interested parties. You should
create an A3 sized poster to describe ethics issues that the hospital should consider
before creating, analysis and making available this database. There are various
documents on the web on how the create a poster using PowerPoint. Please explore
these before you start.
Evidence:
You should create you’re A3 sized poster in PowerPoint and save it as a pdf
document for submission with your report. Your poster should identify ethical factors
that need to be considered when developing and analysis such a medical database,
offer recommendations to the hospital and drawn conclusions.
Task 3: A data mining system for a Hospital
A hospital has been collecting a great deal of data on their patients and have heard
that use of data mining could improve their service. They would like you to create a
brief report that includes the following:
i. What data mining is and an appropriate data mining application for the
Hospital.
ii. How you would go about creating the system using the data mining life
cycle below.
iii. If the small amount of data (diabetes.arff) collected so far by the hospital
is appropriate for assessing if a person has diabetes.
iv. The use of a data mining model such as a multilayer perceptron or
decision tree to determine whether a person has diabetes. Note, you will
need to use a data mining tool like WEKA to create your model and use
the diabetes.arff data to train and test this model.
Deliverable:
Include a report section that addresses the four sections above and fulfils the marking
criteria.
Task 4: Your Big Data Big Idea
Identify and implement an idea that you have about how you would use Big Data for
something intriguing.
- Purpose an idea and clearly outlined (What is the purpose of your data collection
and analysis). In the lecture notes above, you can see that each idea is specific and
has a specific purpose. - Acquire the Data. You can do that in many ways including using available public
large data sets. - Analyze the data in order to achieve the objective you set out for yourself in step 1.
- Produce a report the includes your results, data visualization and thoughts.
Evidence:
Write a short report about what you did and how it worked out. No more than 1000
words. You should carry out research into these areas and reference your work using
the CU Harvard Style.
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Task 1: Database design
Question 1
I have proposed MongoDB for ISS database design and created the collection according to the data.
MongoDB is a document-based database which is built on a scale-out architecture for scalable applications which means it is a structure that allows collaboration of machines to work together which can ultimately create fast systems that handle huge amounts of data. Document based databases are flexible which means it can handle variations in the structure of documents and data (Why Use MongoDB & When to Use It?, 2020).
I have particularly used MongoDB because:
- The document data model is a powerful method that can store and retrieve data quickly.
- MongoDB can easily support larger volumes traffics and data.
- MongoDB can enable collaboration between larger of team members.
- MongoDB can store, manage, and search data with variety of data types like text, geospatial, and even time series dimensions.
Question 2
Task 2: Poster of ethics associated with a medical database
Task 3: A data mining system for a Hospital
Question 1
Data mining is the process of exploring and analyzing sets of data to uncover efficient and meaningful patterns. The aim of data mining is to predict future trends and outcomes from historical or past data (Data Mining Explained, 2020).
The application of data mining can be as follows
- Database marketing
- Credit risk management
- Healthcare and bioinformatics
- Fraud detection
- Spam filtering
- Sentiment analysis
Data mining in healthcare
Healthcare professionals can use statistical models to predict the future of patient’s health condition per the risk factors. Other data like Demographic, family, and genetic data can be used to model a dataset which can help patients make changes in their lifestyle to prevent or lower the onset of negative health conditions preemptively.
Benefits of data mining
Automated Decision-Making: Data Mining can allow healthcare services to continually analyze data and automate the critical decisions of patient’s future without the delay of human judgment.
Accurate Prediction and Forecasting: Data mining can facilitate efficient planning and can provides healthcare services with reliable prediction of patient’s health based on past trends and current conditions.
Cost Reduction: Data mining can allow more efficient use and allocation of healthcare resources. They can plan and make best decisions with accurate prediction that will result in maximum cost reduction.
Question 2
Stages of Data Mining
Problem definition
In context to hospital and healthcare services, the prime factor of problem definition in data mining can be the forecast or prediction of future health risk of a patients. It can also aid healthcare employees to make critical decisions upon proceeding to either financially or medically.
Data gathering
The data for hospital can be gathered with old data entries of hospitals. This is one of the important and early stages of data mining process. The data gathered should be consistent, accurate and meaningful.
Model Building
After data is collected next step is to build a data model for prediction of future trends. The model can be trained using different approaches along with different algorithms as per the needs of hospital.
Use Knowledge
Finally, upon completing the data modeling, it can be used to evaluate and predict the future outcome of patients related with the old patient’s behavior and sickness. The predictions will be relevant as per the data fed in training. If the results are inconsistent and inaccurate, future evaluation and filtration of data can be retrained for better outcomes.
Question 3
The small amount of data provided for data modeling is not effectively relevant in case of data mining. One of the primary reasons for this irrelevancy is that the prediction of small data modeling is very limited and inconsistent. For example, I have created 2 data modeling trees; one with small amount, with 7 datasets being fed to model data and another with around 700 datasets.
The tree made from small data is separated with 2 leaves only each extending from preg.
Upon evaluating, the result shows that it the preg is less than or equals to 4 it is tested negative and if greater than 4 it is positive.
While the decision tree made from big amount of data has multiple leaves extending from plas and preg is a sub leaf of it.
When comparing both the decision tree, there is a huge difference between them. The critical differences are the variables and nodes of each other and the result predicting whether it’s positive or negative.
If the data with any other variables other than preg like mass, age, pedi or preg are provided to predict from the first data model, the result will certainly be inconsistent and inaccurate. Where as from the second data model it can easily predict the strong and accurate result from those variables.
It’s not that we cannot make the data model from small amount of data, but the results, predictions and forecasts are highly in risk of being inaccurate. Hence, the more the data provided to model for a data mining, the better the result and prediction outcomes it can offer.
Question 4
Task 4: Your Big Data Big Idea
Question 1
I have a proposal of providing the data analysis and visualization of datasets of Netflix Tv shows and movies. The main idea behind this data analysis is to get an in-depth knowledge of data of Netflix. The size and amount of data of Netflix and how the data are divided into their data types. Additionally, I think it would to efficient and effective to break the huge data of Netflix to gain insights like how many shows are movies and how many are tv shows. Likewise, it would also be interesting to discover the differences in data within the dataset.
I will be visualizing the whole network of data, and also other charts and graphs are generated to aid some valuable insights to the dataset of Netflix.
Question 2
I have acquired this dataset of Netflix on website of Kaggle. URL for this particular dataset: https://www.kaggle.com/shivamb/netflix-shows. I have not used all the data provided by the link, but I think the remaining data I have used is enough to show my findings.
Question 3
There are total 6236 numbers of unique records in this dataset. There are 6 columns on the dataset with headers as; id, type, title, rating, duration and description.
The id is the unique id of the show, the type contains either the Netflix show is a TV show or a Movie. The title is the main title of the show. The rating shows categorizes show in TV-rating like “TV-14”, “R”, “TV-Y”, etc. The duration consists either the count of seasons of show or total minute of a movie. Description is simply the description of a show.
References
Django : NepaliGallery Website
1.1 Requirements
For this task you must design and implement your own website. You are free to choose your own ideas for this website. Your website must cover the following points:
- You must be creative in designing your website. Your website needs to offer novel solutions or distinct features to other existing/similar websites.
- You must use tools and technologies taught during this module such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
- You must use either Flask or Django as a templating framework.
- You must use either MySQL or PostgreSQL as database.
- You must NOT use commercial software and/or 3rd party packages/libraries. For example, using Dream-weaver or Drupal to create your website is not allowed.
You must submit a reflective report for the website you created. The word limit for your report is 1,000 (+/- 10%) words. Your report must:
- Consider what you have learnt over the term.
- Discuss each of the technologies you have used in creating the website.
- Be reflective. For example, you must discuss your website was built in this way, and what you would do differently in the future.
- Make good use of illustrative examples such as screenshots and code snippets.
- On the cover page of your report, you must clearly mark a link to your Github repository where the source codes of your website can be accessed.
- On the cover page of your report, you must clearly mark a link to your YouTube videocast.
Chapter 1 Introduction
1.Brief Introduction of the system
I have design clear and attractive website which includes different Html, CSS and JavaScript codes, well placed nav bar, image slider etc. I have included background image which can easily attract visitors view. Every JavaScript code that I have used helps my website run fast and functionally. I have used MySQL as the database system. Video I have made and upload describes even more clear about my web development.
2.Features of the system
My feature system includes a quality web content. It is clear and user friendly for the navigation. Although it is very simple and professional web design. Every links that I have used is very clear and connect speedy. It is well responsive also. My website and its content can optimize for different browsers, devices and users. It is one of the main features you need in your websites because if your website is not optimized well for mobile data users and download speed, users may leave your website. Responsive web design is key.
3.Aims
My aims are to gain even more knowledge from this subject web development which could help me more in future also. I have improved certain things about designing only but I need to learn more things about backend and database system to be successful in future.
4.Objectives
One of the basic objectives of my websites is that user can view my project at any time. It is very fast and easy for anyone. There is less chances of getting error when opening the website. It is user authenticate platform so user can update any information’s or id they can.
5. What I have learned
I have learned to use bootstrap codes, JavaScript function and codes which I didn’t knew before. Learning from basic things to the vast one makes me even more clear. I have learned how to make my website viewed on mobile size using bootstrap rather than media query. Using bootstrap makes my work even faster.
Chapter 2 Frontend
- For front end I have used different technologies such as html, CSS and JavaScript. Html and CSS is very easy to use whereas JavaScript makes me a bit hard to learn. But I have used JavaScript code in certain place which made my website even more faster and attractive.
2. With the utilization of responsive design, all the contents and pages easily blend across all the devices and screen resolutions. And whenever you are viewing the website on your mobile phones or a laptop, it is very easy to navigate in spite of the differing screen sizes. With responsive design your user can easily read and navigate the site with the minimum resizing and scrolling.
Chapter 3 Databases
- I have used MySQL as the database for the for website developing and it is very comfortable to linked with my project.
- There are some advantages and disadvantages of MySQL that I have noted down:
Advantages
- It is very fast and easy to use.
- It is widely adopted
Disadvantages
- It is very hard to scale
- It always supports mainly and readable contents.
Chapter 4 Backend
- My backend process is very clear and very easy to use also. I have used all needed codes and function in PyCharm. Different functions for login, signup form, and add, update and delete are completely set up and utilized. I have also included URLs, views system forms and app. I have linked different html pages perfectly. It can run at anytime with different browsers.
- Django is the technology that I have used as python frameworks when developing web. I think Django is one of the best and reliable technology for any web developers. I have installed it easily and migrate it with MySQL for the backend process too.
3. It is used when you are testing your website in different platforms. It also provides different services to your websites in different devices such as smartphones, pc, laptops etc.
Chapter 5 Project Issues
1.Issues during the project development
During the project I was unable to view my updated images which was solved later. Browser was not working properly when I was running my project. I tried multiple times for multiple file upload which was unsuccessful, so I decided to implement this work on future update. I had issues sending mail while resetting password which was solved later.
One of the main limitations of my websites is the contents that I have included during my website. All contents are clearly visible and easy to use. Different icons that I have set in my website is working properly. Navigation bar is easily navigating with each other. User can easily choose and input their username password of their own while logging in signing up their personal data.
2.Future Works
Implement like and unlike button on this photography website. Nepali Gallery could be better if the artists could sell their photography and art in this website. Payment system is left for future work. Multiple file upload is missing for users will be implemented later. I am happy to say that is less future work to be done as this website works wonderfully for my project criteria.
Conclusion
After the completion of Modern web design, I came to know about bootstrap, JavaScript and Django. Website became easier to design with bootstrap. Lot of line of code were already defined. Work flow became easier, lots of time were saved. While creating slider I implemented JavaScript to make it functional. Backend was done using Django and MySQL as database. I learned that we could design database table form models.py which can be easy later for migration to new system. Over all this project was fun to implement my course work.
Website : nepaligallery.com
Report : Computer and crime
Technology and its Legal, Social and Ethical Context
Computer and crime
A computer is an electronic programmable machine where the actual machinery is hardware and the instructions and data are software. In this era computer is used for different purposes depending on one’s needs and wants. With the increasing number of computer users’ crimes involved by the use of a computer and a network are increasing day by day. Using computers for illegal purposes like; committing fraud, trafficking intellectual property, stealing identities, or violating privacy, plotting a virus, hacking someone’s computer etc. are examples of cybercrime or computer crime. The very first recorded cybercrime is supposed to be recorded in 1820 where textile manufacturer in France named Joseph-Marie Jacquard, produced the device loom which allowed the repetition of the series of steps used in the weaving of special fabrics. Because of absence of proper rules and regulations in Nepal business organizations used electronic materials and computers for fraud. However, the exact date recorded for the first cybercrime couldn’t be found in Nepal till now. With the technological advancement computer crimes are now increasing rapidly in many countries and are becoming very serious problems that are costing up to billions of dollars. The advancement on information technology and cyberspace has made this world as a small global village. People can get access of all information about the world from their home using internet. The trends of global terrorism have also changed because of IT. Cybercrime has become a new weapon for the potential threat in international peace and global security. As government and business entities use computer for their day to day operation criminals are getting easy access to the data and information via. cybercrime related activities. So, we can say without any doubt that cyber and computer crime will keep increasing as it is networked internationally, which makes computer criminals to get access of it easily.
The application of scientific knowledge for the fulfillment of practical aims of human beings and to make difference as well as manipulate the human environment is known as technology while the moral principles that regulate technology behaviors can be called technology ethics. Nepal is a developing country landlocked by the two largest countries China and India. Nepal is so much influenced by the progress and development brought out by the information technology. So, talking on the context of Nepal, information and technology is being used for the competitiveness, growth and the need of modern world as well to advance, expand and to sustain national economy. If technology ethics are followed by the citizens or by IT users, IT can play important role to increase productivity in public administration, communication, infrastructure, industry and agriculture of countries like Nepal. Technology ethics ensure effective, efficient and economic IT operation by implementing appropriate IT system. Technology has helped people to raise their living standards and to solve problem. Although, technology has brought positive as well as negative impact on day to day human life. There are some people who take advantage of technology for the purpose of committing crimes which has led to the cybercrime. So, to prevent cybercrimes cyber laws should be enforced and technology ethics should be implemented.
With the implementation of new delivery channel such as ATM, internet banking, mobile banking etc. by Banks and financial institutions there have been increased risk of financial loss and electronic fraud along with other banking risk. Cyber fraud can be done by both internal and external parties of an organization. So, in such scenarios, it is important to regulate and guide IT related activities in institutions to strengthen the organization for tackling with emergency cyber fraud, managing information technology prudently and migrating risk aroused from implementation of information technology. So, there is necessity of technology ethics in modern world. For the potential ethical implication for the future in such financial sectors, as well as other sectors where there is maximum use of information technology can be:
Promote sound and robust technology risk management system as well as strengthen system security in the organizational environment.
There should be a board approved information security policy.
They need to conduct Risk assessment periodically as well as an organization should take necessary measures to ensure that all of its employees, consultant and contractors are aware of information security policy.
Appropriate implementation of physical and environmental control should be taken into consideration of threat for example, geographical location, building configuration, neighboring entities etc.
Focus on security health and detect as well as fix vulnerabilities.
Configuration with highest level of security setting in operating system, firewall and system software.
Development and implementation of comprehensive computer virus protection mechanism.
Deployment of strong cryptography and end-to-end encryption to protect customers PIN, user password and other security sensitive data in networks and in storage.
- Maintaining confidentiality, integrity and availability.
- Evaluation of data risk.
- Application of additional controls if using wireless network.
- CCTV installation at ATM’s.
- Outsourcing management.
Replacement of magnetic stripe cards with chip-based cards.
If I were on a position to make change, I would apply following resolutions to mitigate ethical tensions in Banks and Financial institutions:
Update User Passwords time to time:
Before the beginning of new fiscal year, organizations should change the passwords on all office computers and electronic devices, that means everything that needs a parole. Renovating user passwords is an inconvenient job, but understanding the persistency of today’s hackers is an important task to do. The shorter the passwords, the easier to decode the password. Hackers mostly use different types of operations to access the data, so the data safety depends on how strong the passwords are. So, creating a password policy can help to manage the passwords of all employees which creates a culture of password security in an organization.
Updating All the Software to Their Latest Version
Newer technology is always better. Since an updated device or computer is equipped with the latest security patches it is always harder to crack. Office software used in day to day transaction needs to be regularly updated by the IT department/ by the employees themselves if possible. Software updates provide more security & improve the performance of computers, allowing them to run faster and handle multiple applications in a breeze.
Educating Employees on how to deal with Online Attacks
Every staff of an organization should have knowledge about potential threats that are lurking online and the safety measure to protect their devices as well as ways of sorting out phishing e-mails, practicing proper password management, deterring hackers etc. At least once a year, there should be scheduled an online security seminar for employees to keep them up to speed with the latest online threats and also making them understand the new security measures and encouraging employees to share any helpful tips they know can help to reduce ethical problems.
Substantive criminal law provisions are found to be covering the most common forms of computer crimes in huge no. of countries unlike the situation related to digital evidence. Very a smaller number of countries have addressed specific aspects of digital evidence and also international binding standards are lacking.
The Electronic Transaction and Digital Signature Act 2004, also known as the cyber law, was passed in 2004. Before 2004, Public Offence Act used to regulate cybercrimes in Nepal and even though Nepal Police were not aware about the technical aspects of cybercrimes they used to deal with them. That means; the sanctions were not effective and relative to the crime committed by the guilty party.
Cyber world in Nepal is now regulated by Electronic Transaction Act (EAT) 2063 which acts as a shield for the users against cybercrimes like deleting data, hacking, software piracy, invite criminal and civil sanctioning to individuals and institutions, stealing e-documents and posting defamatory information etc. This law has tight rules and regulation but as there is lacking of proper monitoring and updates the cyber law is present but, not efficient. In the growing technological world EAT has been fixed constant. Internet provides easy access to the data and information but at the same time it threats privacy related issues. Nepal is facing massive hindrance, threats and challenges because of nation lacking good governance, proper mechanism and measures to cater that need at time of emergency and proper policies based on research works. Due to the rapid growth in technological world with the emerging new global commerce in ideas, information and services cyber law has become essential part of day to day operation. Information Technologies (IT) has changed most of the human activities like trade, education, entertainment, communication, culture and knowledge and as a result, there is increasing need to develop and modernize the law to utilize technological improvements and to guarantee that the government can respond to computer crime and crime related issues that come along with developments. The cyber law works under legal issues like freedom of expression, intellectual property, privacy and jurisdiction but due to the lacking of cyber forensic and investigation chances of catching the criminals has deemed. Cyber Law of Nepal has to overcome the challenges it has been facing till date to protect online communication from being turned into a serious crime.
Every aspect of our lives has changed due to technology and also impacts provided by technological changes are huge in modern community. One of the greatest business challenges is How to manage the process of cultural change. Now different countries are adopting different cultures and countries are digitally divided by access and availability. Email, skype, telephone or social medias are the major facets of todays’ global communication culture. But still understanding and respecting the differences is the key to successful communication in this era. Humans are social creatures, so human interactions cannot be replaced by any technologies. For the effective communication both the human and digital elements are to be used, that is body language is still the powerful key of communication. Different possible technologies are dividing cultures. In another word we can say that Technology directly influence culture and vice versa. When culture changes the change innovates the technology and with the technological evolution cybercrimes also get increased increasing the risk in data management and privacy leaking issues. Change in technological culture can create massive bad impacts like, misrepresentation, stereotyping and the risk of loss of culture and intellectual property rights, unmonitored access, negative influence on social values, loss of group identity and individualism etc. It can also have positive impacts like it allows the spread of customs, language and the products, it allows people to be able to attain goods and services easily, makes easier to understand global community and their cultures etc. Technology has increased the opportunity for education, improved communication, allowed people to participate in a wider and worldwide society. So, we can conclude that the change in technological culture has improved human life in some expect but still it has many negative impacts. It has increased the risk of cybercrimes and not respecting each other’s values and norms.
Hence in conclusion we can say that, computer has made our life easier but along with the benefits we have to bear some negative impacts brought out by the technological changes. Enacting the proper rules and regulations for the computer related crimes can help in regulation of cyber ethics thus helping to build the better world for today and tomorrow. All people should give their best to maintain ethics and to flourish a great technological culture in a modern world.
Reference
Medium. (2020). Cyber Crime in context to Nepal. [online] Available at: https://blog.sitehawk.io/cyber-crime-in-context-to-nepal-e294a06fa710 [Accessed 13 Feb. 2020].
Globalsign.com. (2020). 7 Cybersecurity Resolutions for 2017. [online] Available at: https://www.globalsign.com/en/blog/7-cybersecurity-resolutions-for-2017 [Accessed 13 Feb. 2020].
A self-reflective essay on the skills learned during the course of your STW 201CS- Effective Communication Skills program. Include any strengths, weaknesses, and personal areas of development.
In this reflective essay as a template for this assignment I am using Gibbs Reflective Cycle. Every person interaction varies how they interact with other people. This is a expressing adverse reflection on importance of self-awareness and personal development. In other term it is a detail inspection from their own behaviors of one’s outlook on life.
By examining myself and friends’ feedback to me to become aware of myself. Conscious of my privileges, perceptions, prejudices, beliefs, core values and behaviors. Aware of blind spots, my strengths and weaknesses. I have learned many things throughout the semester. I can say effective communication is about understanding the intentions and emotion behind the information, we also need to listen and gain full meaning of what others say or convey to us and make them feel that we are hearing them and also understanding them. Yes, it is about more than exchanging information.
Effective communication sounds like it is done without conscious thought, but many times when we try to communicate to people something goes away from the correct path. People have different perspective and maybe misunderstand us or have frustration, there might be conflict. This can cause us difficulty at work, relationship or college.
For us communication skills can intensify our connection with others, improve team work, our overall emotional and social health, problem solving and build significant respect and trust. So, we need learning skills to improve communication with our sir, friends and family.
Weaknesses
My first interpretation is I usually get tense and overburdened when there is assignment or any types of workload. I usually avoid taking risky or even related activities. Yes, it is not good characteristic as an aim to be IT manager in future. I should always be ready to take risk and deal with it. My behavior changes with a people around me when sometimes things do not work out properly. Because a leader should have ability to tackle and manage tough situation instead, I get hyperactive, which is not good characteristic of my personality.
Common barriers that stops me from communicating effectively:
Lack of Focus: We need to stay focused and avoid distractions. I easily get distracted. When we are multitasking, we can’t communicate effectively. If we are checking Facebook, we are likely to miss some clues in conversation.
Out of control emotion and stress: We can learn how to rapidly calm down before continuing a conversation to avoid misunderstanding and conflicts. When I am emotionally overwhelmed or stressed out, I am likely to misread another person.
Negative body language: tapping my feet, crossing my arm or avoiding eye contact are my negative body language. If I disagree with somebody’s saying I usually use these body languages. Avoiding sending negative signal is important.
Inconsistent body language: My body language mostly doesn’t match what I am saying. Our listener can feel like we are being dishonest with them.
Strengths
My strength actually is my special skills. I think they are gift to me. Everybody has some special skills. I have many skills one of them is athletic. I love sports weather I’m playing them or watching them. I always know what I want and I try my hardest to get it. I can also say myself as very hard working and very determined person. Currently my strength includes my passion and honesty toward my work. I am always confident and positive regarding my targets and aims. I can take quick decision and right or good decision among all of above. Along with these, I can motivate group of people and do team work. If I make target I work day and night and I achieve my goal since I am responsible person.
Personal Areas of Development
Looking back to everything that I have learned in effective communication. I knew that I have some personal areas to be developed. I am not kind of listener person. I have poor body language. I am not engaged listener.
Here are some areas that I will be developing:
Focusing fully on the speaker: We can’t listen consistently to anyone for long time. My main distraction here is phone. We need to be focused on the moment to really pick up fine details and important clue in conversation. We can try repeating the speakers or influencers word to stay focused if we find hard to concentrate.
Spiritual Development: Spirituality plays vital role whether you follow religion or not. Truth be told, Religion and spirituality are actually two altogether different things and we can be spiritual without being even the slightest bit religious. When I work on improving my spirituality, I am making deeper connection with the world around me. This help me learn more about myself and it can help me in other area of personal development.
Conclusion
Personal development refers to a set of exercise that one can participate for the propose of enhancing identity and self-knowledge. It includes ability and potential advancement, working of human capital just as employability, improving the quality of life, and last but not least playing a role towards the realization of aspirations and dreams.
Office Solutions Development: The Health and Energy Centre
Introduction
You are a self-employed IT contractor and have been approached by the Director of The
Health and Energy Centre to provide advice on the software needed for a new information
system at the centre. The centre has been providing health and fitness classes for
thousands of people for the past twelve years.
The Director has decided that he wants to sell health and fitness goods in addition to
offering health and fitness classes. He is interested in purchasing Project Management
Software to help him achieve a new system. He is also interested in how data mining
software could benefit the centre and he would like advice on application software that
would help advertise the centre’s services and products.
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Task 1 – Application software and business processes
a) Explain the purpose of project management software and discuss, with reference to FOUR (4) examples, FOUR (4) ways that project management software could benefit the Health and Energy Centre.
The software which is used for resource allocation, project scheduling, planning and change management. It helps person to manage budgeting, quality management with cost control on expenses and time management.
- Risk analyzation and taking measures:
it sees the future hazard and take measures for the issues that may emerge in the coming future.
- Cost management:
it sees where and how much the measure of money must be contributed in an alternate segment for activity of the venture.
- Quality management:
it decides and supervise the quality and time for the assignment to be finished.
- Resource allocation:
it gives legitimate diagram to the client from the information given by the about step by step instructions to apportion the assets in a viable manner
Benefits of the health and energy center in the ways that a project management software is through:
- Time Management:
for various errand execution the middle can utilize venture the executives programming to oversee time and designate staff as indicated by errand that must be performed.
- Risk evaluation:
evaluation of the hazard should be possible by the utilization of venture the board programming through which Center can go for broke a few measures for market hazard to avert misfortunes.
- Task Monitoring:
(measure, assess, right) this product assesses the assignment and take measures to address the mistake. for example, in the event that the item brought for the Center is outdated or will cause hurt in any capacity to the client those items ought to be supplanted with great ones.
- Budget management:
for the diverse errand and for the pay the executives of the staff which will give legitimate diagram of the interest in various parts.
b) Discuss how data mining software could benefit the center and support your answer with reference to EIGHT (8) features of data mining software.
- Perceives client necessity which could be satisfied.
- It gives legitimate examined information to the Center to expand its business further.
- It makes decision making on a product that are to be available for customer.
- It makes work easier by the data which was collected.
- It makes simpler for promoting through information gathered from client looking for related administrations and items given by the Center.
- Data mining is useful to anticipate future patterns wellness items and administrations.
- showcase examination on wellbeing and wellness classes and item offers movement identified with it.
- It encourages understanding client needs.
c) Identify FOUR (4) types of application software that could be used to market the services and products offered at The Health and Energy Centre and for FOUR (4) marks explain how each type of software that you have identified could be used to promote the center’s services and products.
The four types of application software are-
- Enterprise Software:
It manages prerequisite of association and stream of information.
- Words Processing Software:
The program is utilized for making type papers, letters, word sheets and so forth. Example: MS word
- Information employee Software:
It can handle creation projects and needs in the department. Example- PowerPoint
- Database Software:
This product stores information that are connected to the project management software. example- MS excel.
Task 2 – End-user development
a) If staff at the center are involved in developing elements of application software they will need to plan carefully. Outline SEVEN (7) factors that the staff will need to consider when planning end user development.
- The worker must make the application that is comprise of differ comparable working procedure as the application client have utilized previously.
- The application must fill in according to the necessity gave by the provider.
- The application they are making must be maintainable because any moment there can be chances of making modification according to the requirement.
- The client must have legitimate learning of programming and coding so they could appropriate programming language which will be reasonable for their task.
- The security arrangement of the application must be made excellent so the information robbery and other hacking stuff isn’t possible.
- The producer must have confidence to give documentation about the project.
- Before starting the project in first they have to manage the budget system.
b) Describe NINE (9) potential problems that the center could face if its end users are involved in developing elements of application software.
- Staff are not prepared so they can’t set up a legitimate arrangement and estimation to build up the product it isn’t effectively.
- Staff have not learning of programming and coding so they may set aside a lot of effort to build up the product.
- Their created Software there may be botch in the total outcome.
- Programming are does not tried legitimately so it contains numerous blunder and bugs while programming testing time.
- It may occur errors in financial management.
- Programming ought to be grown yet its plan probably won’t be all around reported so it is inadequately.
- Programming were not organization so it can’t keep running on various stages.
- Programming are does not tried legitimately so it contains numerous mistake and bugs while programming testing time
- Staff are not trained to develop the software efficiently.
c) Explain how problems arising from end user development can be avoided. Support your answer with NINE (9) recommendations.
- There may be poor comprehension between experienced engineer they have to discuss the misconception.
- User Interface must be made so every client could utilize and effectively get it.
- The file should be kept safe and the work should be done nicely.
- It may occur bug in code we have to consult to expert programmer.
- The testing should be done properly for the future reference.
- There should be present of validation while doing the program.
- The user interface must be made easy so all the users can understand.
- Before making any changes, they have to consult to the excellent programmers.
- In the documentation there should be explained properly.
Task 3 – Advanced features and functions of Microsoft Word
a) Create a macro that demonstrates how a word processing feature can be undertaken more efficiently if it includes automation.
- Initiating macros
- Recording the macro and giving style to bold and Italian and underlining the text.
- Start to record macros.
- Macro successfully completed by clicking the toolbar and selecting the remaining paragraph .
- Code of macros
Task 4 – Advanced features and functions of Microsoft Excel
a) The Director has requested that you produce an interactive form that facilitates the following:
Conclusion
The health and fitness center have asked for following queries which was solved in this task. Application software and business process with end user development was done. We also have used advanced feature and function of Microsoft word and excel.
References
Opentextbc.ca. (2019). 12. Budget Planning – Project Management. [online] Available at: https://opentextbc.ca/projectmanagement/chapter/chapter-12-budget-planning-project-management/ [Accessed 30 Apr. 2019].
Designing and Developing a Website : MardiDrama Club
Introduction
MardiDrama Club is a fun after school and weekend club that is open to children between
the ages of 5-16. It offers a fun programme but also teaches children some of the
fundamentals about speaking and helping them develop confidence.
Scenario
MardiDrama Club have approached you and asked you to develop a new website for
them. Although they currently won’t be taking any payments online, they hope to develop
this later in the year. They need you to create a website which will allow parents to find
out about the different drama classes that are available and to register for these. The
website should be visual and should be viewable on different devices.
MardiDrama have the following basic requirements for the contents of the website:
• Home Page: This page will advertise the different classes (Musical Theatre, After
School, Holiday Programmes) and should have three image links to these classes.
Relevant social media buttons and search bar should be included on a clean
looking home page which includes interactive elements which grabs the attention of
the visitor.
• Blog: This page will provide up to date information about events and classes
happening in the Drama Club.
• Register: This page will allow parents to register their child for one of the classes.
Registration will be via email following the completion of an online form.
• About: This page should give parents an overview of the different classes and the
club which started in 2001. It should have space for information about the teacher
and links back to the contact page and blog.
• Where: This page should include an interactive map of the club’s location in
Taunton.
• Classes: This page should provide videos and information about the different
classes including payment information (£15.00 or equivalent per hour).
• Events: This page provides a list of the events that take place in the drama club
such as Nativity, Summer Play or guest appearances from well-known stars from
the industry.
At the initial stage of the development process, you are required to make an HTML/CSS
prototype of the website that will clearly show MardiDrama Club how the final website
could work.
Content hasn’t been provided. Suitable content can be found on the web e.g. images of
drama clubs. Use creative commons (https://ccsearch.creativecommons.org/) or
Wikimedia Commons (http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page) as a starting point
to find content. Remember the content you include in your site must be licensed for re-use.
Do not spend excessive amounts of time researching and gathering content. The
purpose is to provide a clear indication of how the final website could look and function.
The client would provide the actual content at a later point if they are happy with the
website you have proposed.
Task 1 – HTML
The website must be developed using XHTML 1.0 Strict or HTML 5 and feature a
minimum of SEVEN (7) interlinked pages which can be viewed also on a mobile device.
The website must feature the content described above and meet the following criteria:
• Feature between 7 and 10 HTML pages.
• Have a lightblue background colour.
• Be usable in at least TWO (2) different web browsers including a mobile device.
You should consult your tutor for guidance on the specific browsers and versions
you should use.
• Be viewable on monitors with screen resolutions of 1024×768 without users having
to scroll horizontally.
• Integrate and use a range of media appropriately.
• Embed functional multimedia components in your site.
• Demonstrate a good application of web design principles and be easy to navigate
and use and really captures the attention of the parents.
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I have used HTML 5 for designing website. HTML 5 is latest version of HTML. We use <!DOCTYPE html> syntax for declaration. The default character encoding in HRML 5 is UTF-8.
HTML 5 consists of new element such as <header>, <section>, <article>, <svg>, <canvas>, <audio>, <video>, <footer> and attributes like number, date, time, calendar, and range.
Types of images
I have used PNG format for my design of website. PNG file format has many advantages over jpeg and gif. PNG has higher compression rate. It has better compression rate. This type of file is easy to low while user has low internet connection.
PNG helps in transparency layer image. It also has built in gamma correction due to which user can see an image which was meant to see while captured. It is open standard and free license which is developed by W3C and will always be free. This is why I choose PNG format for websites.
Accessibility features used in your media
There is not much accessibility feature in this web design. Though I have used alt tags for image alternative. Placeholder are used for thumbnail so that it’s easy for video preview. There is play, pause, Fullscreen, play picture in picture and also user can download for offline on the go.
Task 2 – CSS
Create external CSS file that specifies the design for the website. Each of the HTML pages must link to this CSS file. There should be no use of the style attribute or the <style> element in the website.
The boxes on the home page should include relevant elements such as border radius,
box-shadow, hover etc.
Include CSS animation-timing for at least one of the elements on the home page.
Add in a mediarule which changes the background colour from lightblue to white when the
browser window is 600px wide or less
=> CSS stands for Cascading Style Sheets. The way I used external CSS because It is style sheet language used for explaining the presentation of document written in a markup language like hyper text mark of language. It is useful for designing the website with its respective viewing specific experience.
CSS selectors
Id: It identify one element. It is indicated as “#” in CSS.
Class: It identifies one and more than one CSS elements. It is indicated as “.” In CSS.
Inheritance: It is last thing we need to investigate for all the information. It is also used to understand what style is applied in the element.
Multiple selectors: It is usually used for grouping. Any type of valid selector can be placed in that group and match up as same style-based property.
Descendant: All the elements that are descendants of a specified element are always matched with descendant selector.
Task 3 – Test the Website and Write a Test Report
You must use the W3C validation service (http://validator.w3.org/) to check your HTML and
CSS code. You should attempt to remove as many non-compliant features as possible.
Make sure ‘show source’ is selected and save the output from this tool.
Test the website using at least TWO (2) different web browsers. Record any significant
differences between the rendering of the two browsers and attempt to diagnose the cause.
You do NOT need to modify your code to correct any differences between browsers.
Please consult your tutor for advice on the specific browsers you should use for testing.
Write a short report describing your testing. Provide a description of any outstanding
problems and recommendations for fixing them and include a clear description of the
differences between the brewers and the reasons for these. Add in a description of how
the site works on a mobile device and the reasons for these.
Validation and Browser testing:
Browser testing was done. While testing in chrome Version 73.0.3683.86 (Official Build) (64-bit) I found the design and layout was awesome. It looked well designed in width 600px. I also tested my design in Firefox Quantum 66.0.3 (64-bit). The result was quite different. I found that search bar icon was not in place. While I looked for 600px width I found that everything was working well and design was awesome.
All HTML page validation
There was same warning Because of header and footer and I found one error in google maps embedded link and also there were some warnings.
CSS validation
Findings
At the end, I have corrected the warning and errors while testing all the design of website. There was some mismatch in paragraph. I corrected headers and navigation too. After completion I found some warning. Some warning was ignored and many were removed. I also found error in google maps embedded link which was ignored. Now. After all validation I have seen no errors to be corrected.
There were lots for problem and mismatch code due to which there was mismatch in overall design. Finally, after solving all problem on chrome, the design in chrome seems to be perfect. There was the same design as I had designed in photoshop.
After that, I looked same code on Firefox I found that the search icon was somehow below. There was design mismatch. So, these are the only problem that I faced while seeing output on both web browser. First of all, I looked into code to find some error but I only found warnings which didn’t affect website.
The recommendation of fixing is to see output on different website and the give extra code that fixes all the design mismatch for all the browser individually.
Task 4 – Critical Evaluation
Analysis of the website
You are required to write a short report (500 words) analysing the website you have
submitted.
You should:
• Evaluate and demonstrate an understanding of accessibility issues
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the CSS and what improvements you feel should be
made to this file now you have completed it
• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of using various types of multimedia file
formats
• Explain the advantages and disadvantages of different types of multimedia
elements in relation to different contexts
• Recommend improvements for further development of the website.
This analysis must include a discussion of the accessibility of the website and the ways in
which the website has been designed to support mobile users.
Additional Information for Clarification
Consult with your tutor/lecturer if you are uncertain about any aspects of the assignment.
The website must be developed using XHTML 1.0 Strict or HTML 5 and CSS. No other
technologies should be used. You do not need to write any computer programs for this
assignment.
The purpose of this assignment is to show abilities in web design. Although you should be
wary of needlessly adding features, websites that demonstrate a range of HTML features
used appropriately have the potential to gain higher marks. For example, a form that
features a range of different form elements applied in a useful and relevant way would
generally score a higher mark than a simple form that only uses text boxes to gather data.
Accessibility of the website:
Internet is vast, World Wide Web have conquered the world. Accessibility of website is very import on modern website designing and developing. In this modern world almost, all website is designed as accessible. In the current world there is room for all the differently able people. This is understood by designer and developer too. This website has much accessibility feature in this web design. Though I have used alt tags for image alternative. Placeholder are used for thumbnail so that it’s easy for video preview. There is play, pause, Fullscreen, play picture in picture and also user can download for offline on the go.
Designed to support mobile users
There is lot of mobile device than laptop in hand of people. Everyone takes mobile devices anywhere they want because they are portable and are cheaper comparatively laptop. There are more people surfing internet in their mobile devices so it’s also important to develop a well designed mobile friendly website for user accessibility too. As the task, I have also designed for the mobile devices that has less than 600px width. So, there is white background and beautifully designed website on every mobile device. They can easily read the content of web page. Photo and video have simplified there is all sort of feature included so that user can use as what they find easy.
Effectiveness of the CSS
CSS (Cascading Style Sheets) is an external file which is linked in HTML (Hyper Text Mark of Language). Since our website is viewed in many screen sizes, we also need to provide specific media query to each screen size which can be frustrating in HTML. This can be used for one CSS file rather than editing bulky content pages. For each site, all the CSS ought to be structured by a single, focal plan gathering. Two reasons: First, brought together plan is the best way to guarantee a steady style and receive one of the principle rewards of templates. Second, most of Web content makers are not equipped for planning and composing great templates.
Multimedia file formats
Adding Video and Audio elements to a Site page make it simpler to grab user attention users. Visual is the most prominent sight and sound options, locales additionally add audio and intuitive substance to crave in and hold the taking of consideration of the users which is major advantage. While HTML5 content-based sites are more intricate than site of the past, they are yet limited from numerous points of view. It is hard to speak to a brand/brand’s picture without including audio or video substance to help it. All things considered, mixed media departments are every now and again favored by promoting offices as a result of their capacity to totally show banding.
There are also some drawbacks too. Loading time of video can increase which is not to for modern website developers, compatibility of video differs with web browser. There are lots of web browser currently and many people has their choice in browsers. It is also harmful for search engine ranking.
Types of multimedia elements
Text is one of the media components utilized in the site. Ordinarily we can discover it from Web. Human are utilizing texts to speak with other individuals. From Web we can utilize Email to send instant message to other individuals, we additionally can utilize share status or offer anything you need to share to give your companion or family realize what is at the forefront of your thoughts. We likewise can share or give data in forum. While most Internet browsers suit numerous audios, video, and visual photo documents groups, problem can occur.
Conclusion
In this assignment I have designed well accessible website for Mardi Drama Club. I also have done testing of website and I also have done critical evaluation to find better version of this website. I have only used HTML and CSS for this website.
Reference
Fileformat.info. (2019). Multimedia File Formats. [online] Available at: https://www.fileformat.info/mirror/egff/ch10_02.htm [Accessed 30 Apr. 2019].
Preview Website
Mardi Drama Club
Designing and Developing Object-Oriented Computer Programs : Language Trainer
Introduction
The mind is like any part of the body – it needs exercise to stay healthy. There are many
cognitive training regimes that exist for that, but one of the most effective for memory is
the game known as ‘concentration’. In this game, fifty-two cards are laid face down on a
table. Each player takes a turn flipping over a card and then attempting to flip over a
second card with the same colour and value. For example, if we flip over the five of hearts
we would want to flip over the five of diamonds as our secondary selection. If we make a
match, the cards are removed and added to our score. If they don’t match, they are flipped
back face down and the other player is given an opportunity to flip two matching cards.
Players continue taking turns until all cards have been matched.
This is a powerful technique for training observational faculties and short-term memory,
and it’s your job for this assessment to write a piece of software that implements this
system with a difference – you’ll be looking to match English words and their translation for
several languages (two for the purposes of this assessment). For example, we might want
to match the English word ‘Hot’ with the French word ‘chaud’. For the purposes of this
assessment, it does not matter what language you use but the flashcards presented at
https://www.studystack.com/ would be an appropriate place to find suitable pairings. You
can use whatever language you like otherwise.
Your application should present players with a grid of fifty-two buttons, and each of those
will map on to a word or its translation. Each player will select a button, which will reveal its
contents, and a second button which will do the same. If there is a match, the buttons
should disappear, and the player should get a point. If not, the contents should be hidden,
and control should go to the next player.
The system then needs to allow the following:
• It needs to permit for players to choose a word set.
• It needs to create a grid of twenty-six words and their translations and map those to the
UI
• It needs to keep track of turn order and player actions within a turn
• It needs to eliminate used words from the UI
• It needs to track score and matches of buttons.
• A high score table of players and scores for each language should be retained
The program will also need to store user data such as name, success rates with particular
words, average score and average time to complete a game.
Your program then will need to perform the following operations:
• Set up the GUI
• Provide a way to add, modify and delete word sets.
• Provide players a way to choose word sets
• Set up an internal representation of words to their translation
• Map UI buttons to the words in the word set
• Implement a turn order for players
• Award points based on matching words and their translation
• Disable UI elements based on correctness of matches.
• Save the user data and statistics of each user along with the high score table.
Task 1
For a program which fully meets the requirements of the brief as
outlined above.
Class
dB connection
Player
Word
Forms
Add Player
Game
Dash
Insert
Update
View
Task 2- Testing
Black Box
| Id | Form | Description | Test Values | Expected | Actual | Result |
| 1 | Insert Player | Inserting player name | Player1: test Player2: test | Game form should be opened and insert player form should be closed | Game form is opened and insert player form is closed | Pass |
| 2 | Insert Player | Testing Back button | Insertplayer form should be closed and dash should be opened | Insertplayer is closed and dash is opened | Pass | |
| 3 | Game | Testing loading of player name from insert player form | Player1:test Player2:test | Game should load with player1 and player 2 name | Game is loaded with player1 and player2 name | Pass |
| 4 | Game | Testing English button click at first | Button should display English language word | Button displays English language word | Pass | |
| 5 | Game | Testing Nepali button at first | Messagebox showing “Please select English word first” should be displayed | Messagebox showing “Please select English word first” is displayed | Pass | |
| 6 | Dash | Testing start button click | Dash should be closed and insertplayer form should be loaded | Dash is closed and insertplayer form should be loaded | Pass | |
| 7 | Update | Testing update button | Id:25 Word1: Test Word2:Test | Messagebox showing “Updated” should be displayed | Messagebox showing “Updated” is displayed | Pass |
| 8 | Update | Testing delete button | Id:25 | Messagebox showing “Deleted” should be displayed | Messagebox showing “Deleted” is displayed | Pass |
Whitebox
Computer Networks: Wheeler Energy
This assignment enables you to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of
computer networks. You are required to produce a substantial document that totals 3000
words. Subsequently, you are advised to start work on the assignment at an early stage
during the unit. The assignment is divided into tasks, which relate to the sequence of the
module, so you do not need to wait until all the teaching is finished to start them.
Some aspects of this assignment will require you to research real components that are
currently available in the marketplace. Furthermore, you will also be asked to make
judgements about what is best for a particular scenario. Please note that there is not
always one right answer. However, you will need to justify your reasons for any choices
you make to get high marks.
You are NOT required to design a complete network. You are required to detail the
specifics covered by the task list shown below.
Scenario
Wheeler Energy is an organisation that specialises in Sustainable Energy Systems.
Wheeler Energy provide energy solutions across the globe to industries such as Military,
Oil and Gas, Transportation, Correctional, and Physical Data.
Wheeler Energy has a small head office that is in Milton Keynes, England. Founded in
2001, the company has 15 employees that are based in Milton Keynes, and a team of 18
sales and support personnel who work across the world. All installations are managed by
contractors who sit outside of the organisation.
As the company has grown, no strategic plan for IT has been put in place, and employees
generally had their own PCs or laptops that were connected to an office router via Wi-Fi or
some direct UTP cable. Information stored electronically consists of normal business
documentation, together with sales materials (including some product and training videos).
Information has historically been shared using personal Google Docs accounts, and
private information kept on individuals’ PCs. Users have various versions of anti-virus
software installed and administer their own PCs. Users manage their own security
including passwords. Contact with sales staff across the globe, including the Middle East,
Asia and Africa is achieved mostly via email and less often through mobile phone. To
complicate communication matters, one of the Company Directors lives in Spain for most
of the year, and there is no member of staff with IT support responsibility.
After a security audit, the company has realised it needs to take a more systematic and
professional approach to its IT and security infrastructure. The CEO has asked you to
advise her on some specific points of the network. She is keen to make the most of
technology and the following outline requirements have been identified:
Overall System Requirements
- To provide a network solution (hardware and software) to meet the needs of the
company, which would improve the communication, productivity and the security of the
business and information stored within. - Increase efficiency through reduction of paper-based procedures and allow staff
working on site to access information at the head office from a tablet PC (Microsoft
Surface has been selected). - Accommodate company expansion.
- Internet access with a faster bandwidth.
Data and information
Company information to be stored centrally in the head office in an electronic format. This
replaces the reliance on Google for all shared storage, and local PCs for individuals’
information.
Hardware
- New computers to meet performance, security and storage requirements (including
backup) - New PC workstations / laptops (total 33: 15 x desktop; 18 x Laptop) running Microsoft
Windows. - New network printer
- Network components as required
- 33 x Microsoft smartphones
Software
- Latest Microsoft Office Suite required
- Up-to-date Sage® accountancy software
- E-mail server or software with a calendar feature, which can be shared between
employees - Web & email Internet access
- Suitable security software
Security requirements
- Information security must meet the ISO27001 standard, and the CEO has discovered
ISO27001, the Government’s ‘Cyber Essentials’ programme and ’10 steps to Cyber
Security’ guidance from National Cyber Security Centre
(https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/10-steps-cyber-security) - GDPR requirements must also be met.
- Restrictions are required to be implemented to control access to the confidential client
information. - The system is required to be secure from internal and external threats
- An automated daily backup policy and procedure, for all of the information stored within
the business - Further discussion will be required to establish downtime that is acceptable
The company has a website, but this is hosted by their ISP and is not part of this
requirement. The CEO currently favours hosting email in the office but is open to
persuasive alternatives. The office space consists of a large open plan area with separate - meeting room and manager’s office. The current internet connection consists of a single
- ADSL router with WLAN. Some PCs are connected directly to the router with UTP cables.
Introduction
Wheeler Energy is a global organization. It offers energy solutions across the globe to the several industrial areas. Wheeler Energy was established in 2001 AD. It has small head office located at Milton Keynes, England. This company has 15 employees, 18 sales and support personal. There has employee covered all over the world. Wheeler Energy recently got problem on networking and data security. It also lacks proper staff connection.
Wheeler Energy want us to advice for proper network solution for this company which provides proper network system.
Task 1 – Networking Infrastructure and Protocols
The building has unmanaged loose wires and cable and not controlled Wi-Fi. As per chief requirement here are the queries.
a) Explain how the network components should be connected. Identify a suitable network topology, data rate and the type of cable (if selected). Your answer must clearly state how your recommendation relates to the business requirements of the Wheeler Energy scenario specifically.
The segments of the system network ought to be associated by overseeing interconnection with equipment and through programming for example switch, switch, remote, firewall, escape, VPN, fix board with gigabyte quicker Ethernet ports overseeing IP addresses, subletting the diverse segments or resources.
The star topologies are most suggested for association by a large portion of the system backing and administrations giving organizations. appropriate system topology star topology would be reasonable system since it is effectively viable and have great information stream control plan. This topology gives the office of simple for interfacing the new hubs, appropriate brought together control and the executive’s framework, disappointment location and investigate is simple, security and information trustworthiness is exceedingly kept up.
Category 6 uses cable type UTP or STP and has maximum data transfer rate of 1000mbps and maximum frequency of 240MHz. Category 7 uses SSTP cable type and can transfer data of 10000mbps and maximum frequency of 600MHz.
Since it is a worldwide association the information stream rate will be clearly high so for the link association feline 7 for the server and feline 6 for the end client gadgets for quicker execution in authoritative workplace. feline 7 for the server in light of the fact that immense measure of information is embedded and taken from it so link with quicker information exchange rate will lessen traffic.
b) Computer networks use a ‘layered architecture’. Briefly explain what is meant by the term ‘layered architecture and provide TWO (2) advantages and TWO (2) disadvantages of having layered architecture in a network system.
layer engineering is a most straightforward type of system correspondence design. it demonstrates the engineering of a systems network administration activity process by partitioning the system work into more parts which makes it simply get it. it is separated into introduction layer, application layer, space layer and application framework layer. By doing as such it makes a system network framework simple to look after, secure, and adaptability to associate with another system network
- Advantages of layered architecture:
- Helps in Making a systems administration framework simple keep up.
- Layer engineering is straightforward and execute.
- Helps in charge and exemplify the multifaceted nature of vast application.
- Helps any groups to chip away at different pieces of the application one next to the other having to less rely upon other group.
- Disadvantages of layered architecture:
- The adaptability of system is discovered hard to work in it.
- Layer engineering expands the unpredictability to the basic applications.
c) A hub, a switch, a wireless access point and a router are networking components. Identify the OSI layer at which each component operates. For each component, support your answer with ONE (1) reason.
Networking Components are Wireless Access Point, switch, router and a hub. Component operator identifies the OSI layers at which each component operates. Reason are following:
- Hub:
The physical layer of OSI model in a networking device is called hub. Hub creates traffic in all ports. It is mainly useful in private networks. To all connected device it broadcasts the data packets. Hub doesn’t have mac address. It has no networks identity. Hub can only be used to share data on properly connected devices.
- Switch:
The data link layer of OSI model in a networking device is called switch. Switch doesn’t broadcast while sending package but it is possible to broadcast. Switch has network identity also called mac address. It has Mac address directly connected to the ports i.e. host 5 is linked to port f0/5 and host 9 is connected to 0/6.
- Wireless access point:
Its short form is WAP. WAP is a systems administration gadget of information connect layer. Wireless access point is a gadget that associates a remote nearby system to the wired system. Wireless access point is viewed as Layer 2 bridge that brings 802.3 Ethernet traffic to 802.11 traffic.
- Router:
Router is a systems administration gadget of System layer of the OSI model. Router associates separate systems through the (IP). This gadget looks at a parcel header’s destination IP address analyzes it against routing table to decide bundle next best route.
d) Given the applications that will be used, and making any suitable assumptions, identify and briefly explain the purpose of SEVEN (7) OSI protocol layer. For each protocol, identify the layer at which they operate.
As given the application we use, the 7 layers of OSI protocol layer are:
- Network layer:
IPv4, ipv6, IPS, ICMP, apple talk are a few conventions of network layer. Information are transported as bundles through Logical network routes in an arranged configuration constrained by this layer. This layer gives routing directing ways to arrange correspondence.
- Session layer:
This layer is in charge of systematically shutting of sessions and furthermore for session registration and recuperation. SAP, L2TP, PPTS, NetBIOS are a few conventions of this layer. this layer builds up, oversees, and ends the connectivity between the end user application forms.
- Application layer:
DHCP, SMNP, SMTP, Telnet, FTP, HTTP are a few conventions of application layer. In this layer correspondence accomplices are distinguished. Likewise give office of use to trade of information/records, network Software and Email.
- Physical layer:
This layer connector between a device and transmission medium like optical link and copper link connector cables. Which incorporates voltage, pins, link determination. For example, USB, ATM, RJ-45. Ethernet, Faster Ethernet, gigabit Ethernet are some protocol of this layer.
- Data interface layer:
This layer center around nearby conveyance of casings among nodes on the comparative dimension of system. It guarantees that all parcels of information are conveyed free of mistakes. Ethernet remote Ethernet, (PPP) point to point over sequential connection, (STP) Spreading over tree convention are a few conventions of information interface layer.
- Transport layer:
This layer serves to during the time spent transport work and appropriate information conveyance to the goal. TCP, UDP, DCCP, RDP, ATP are a few conventions of Transport layer.
- Presentation layer:
In this layer the capacity of inscription and decryption are characterized. In this information design is changed over into an organization comprehensible by application layer. MMI, XDR, TLS, SSL are a few conventions of introduction layer.
e) There are numerous standards of Wi-Fi. Provide a table of the frequency used, maximum data rate and maximum indoor range of the 802.11g, 802.11n and 802.11ac standards.
The numerous standards of WIFI are 802.11g, 802.11n and 802.11ac.
- 802.11g:
It has 2.4GHz. A CPU’s clock rate of speed is a proportion of what number of clocks cycles a CPU can give performance every second. E.g.: a CPU with a clock speed rate of 2.4 GHz can perform 2,400,000,000 clocks cycles per second. It was approved in June 2003, 802.11g was the successor to 802.11b. It can achieve up to 54mbps. Its max indoor range is 5181cm. It is introduced OFDM to generate WIFI signal. It also matches the speed of 802.11a but in lower range.
- 802.11n:
It has 2.4GHz and 5GHz. Double band data could be delivered in two different frequencies. It is first standard to specify MIMO. It has data rate of 300mbps and can reach up to 450mbps. It has 7010cm max indoor range.
- 802.ac:
It has 5GHz. It uses MIMO and helps in reduce errors and boost speed. Its maximum range indoor is 7010cm and it can transfer data of 433mbps and can reach up to 3.46GBps.
f) Which Wi-Fi standard(s) do you recommend? Would you recommend the entire LAN be connected wirelessly? Justify your answer.
I would like to suggest 802.11ac Wi-Fi standards. This Wi-Fi standard high information exchange rate and Use MIMO and aides in diminish errors and lift speed organization additionally have more seasoned gadgets. Since the association gives benefits comprehensively to the especially significant ventures and association they must be set up for their costumers when they requirement for that they would require quicker, reliable, secure systems administration framework in their organization.
No, I don’t recommend the whole LAN to be associated remotely. The organization do require secure, speed, reliable and simple and quick viable system framework of network. Many issues can emerge with wireless system there will be high issue of flag associating and disengaging while information is voyaging. There are many network gadgets that could perform better in a system while associated utilizing wire rather than remote. it is smarter to utilize both wire and wireless system association framework as indicated by the need of device thinking about the execution.
Task 2 – Addressing
a) Explain the terms MAC address and IP address and outline ONE (1) difference between them. Outline how MAC address and IP address also differ from IPv4 and IPv6. You should relate your answer to the OSI model.
Media Access Control Address is the full form of MAC address. MAC address is permanent having physical address and mac address of 48bits. It is unique machine address given to the system so has no classification helping to identify the device which are participating in a network.
Internet Protocol Address is the full form of IP Address. IP can change in networks & are classified into different classes like A, B, C, D and E. It is logical Address and IP address are 32 bits helping to identify connection to device in network.
IPV4 address size is 32 bits & is a version 4 of IP having Prefix Notation 192.168.0.0/16 as well as header of 20 bytes and supports the 4.3×10^9 (4.3billion) address. IPV4 is divided in A-E classes & lacks security.
IPV6 address size is 128 bits & is a new version of IP having Prefix Notation 4FFE:E200:0234::/44. It supports the 3.4×1038 address. IPV6 is classless having a strong security than IPV4 and double the header of the IPV4, it has 40bytes.
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b) Explain how a computer gets its MAC and IP addresses. Does it need both? If so, explain why.
Personal Computers get its MAC address from producer’s from where their equipment body parts are made. All the MAC addresses are one of a kind. Furthermore, the IP addresses are relegated by the web access suppliers or system overseer to the systems administration gadgets. IP addresses are for transitory location area for organized gadgets it very well may be changed effectively.
While associating with the system numerous gadgets can have comparative IP addresses so the gadgets interesting location MAC address allots its goal through web conventions foreordains in a system model.
c) What is ARP and why is it needed?
ARP is layer 2 standing for Address Resolution Protocol & is an element of the IP layer of the TCP/IP convention stack having great importance to decipher a host’s programming address (IP address) to an equipment address (MAC address). … Inside the IP layer there is additionally another convention, called RARP (Reverse ARP) that makes an interpretation of a MAC Address into an IP address.
The portal asks the ARP program to locate a physical host or MAC address that coordinates the IP address when an approaching bundle bound for a host machine on a specific neighborhood lands at an entryway. The ARP program checks the ARP store & during the event that it finds the location, it responds with the goal that the bundle can be changed over to the correct parcel length and configuration and sent back to the machine. During the off chance that no section is found after search for the IP address, ARP communicates a solicitation bundle in a unique organization to every one of the machines on the LAN to check whether one machine identifies that it has that IP address related with it or not. A machine that perceives the IP address as its very own profits an answer so showing. ARP refreshes the ARP store for future reference and sends the bundle to the MAC address that answered.
d) Define the terms Default Gateway and Subnet Mask and briefly explain why both are required in this project. You should provide THREE (3) points relating to a subnet mask for full marks.
Default gateway:
The way through which sub netted IP are allowed to travel carrying the data send by the user is known as default gateway. For the purpose of elating the IPS travel through network devices, default gateway is needed in the project. Subnet mask: While defining the range of IP addresses used in a network, subnet mask is used. In local area network it is mostly used. For letting default gateway know that it is from its related network and let it pass through protocols, it is widely used in this project. Sub-netting: This is the method of logically dividing the IP network into smaller network into equal halves each time.
- It is a connection between network address and IP addresses.
- It mostly used in local networks.
- Used in identifying network IP ranges
e) Briefly explain what is meant by the term sub-netting and how it could be used in this network. Do you recommend sub-netting in this case? Give a reason for your answer clearly showing how it applies to the Wheeler Energy scenario.
Sub-netting:
This is the method of logically dividing the IP network into smaller network into equal halves each time. It makes easier to grant authorization related to network much easier for different section organization having different IP. For network division and authorization restriction as well as granting processes, sub-netting is mainly used. In an organization there are different faculties in which different tasks are handled. For the purpose of maintaining data integrity and data security sub-netting plays vital role of providing secure data exchange over different network through the authorization maintainability function/setting policies implemented. Hence, I would recommend sub-netting.
f) Explain what is meant by an IP Routing Table and provide ONE (1) example of how a router uses its routing table on the Internet. You do NOT have to explain every field in the routing table. In your example, explain how a packet gets from source to destination.
IP routing table is shown in table design. IP routing table is a set of instruction which is used to determine the data packets are flowing on IP. Router and switches are also IP enabled devices which uses routing table.
IP directing table holds the information required to advance the bundle along the better way to its goal. Every one of the bundles have data about its source and goal. After the bundle is sent device administration gadgets examines the parcel and match its to the steering table passages giving the better match to goal. After that the table gives the gadget information to coordinating the bundles towards the following jumps on it’s course through the system.
Task 3 – Security
a) Using the ’10 steps to Cyber Security’ referenced above, provide TWO (2) examples with justifications of how the company has weaknesses in access control measures.
- Managing User Privileges:
According to their authority It can provides limited access to the client connected to their network. This will very verify the information that could be abused by undesirable personals.
- Malware Presentation:
security from the undesirable malwares which can assist third close to home with accessing the date of the association. This likewise keep from numerous different infections accessible in web that could degenerate framework network information.
b) Provide a list of FIVE (5) measures that you recommend should be taken to keep the network secure. This should include hardware, software, policies and ways of checking them.
1. Policies:
- Monitoring:
Systems are found to be used properly as per agreement with organization policies and this is confirmed by regular monitoring.
- Form:
Employees are the one with whom contract should be made. That means any transfer of data should be restricted without the approval of an organization.
2. Hardware security:
- Removing media control:
Scanning out the media devices and limiting the connection that is mainly storage devices before connecting with the system.
- Firewall:
It helps to block unnecessary traffic as per security rule defined and hence having a firewall in a network system is considered to be a wise decision.
3. Software security:
- Antivirus installation:
Antivirus is the most essential program in a network. It helps to prevent data corruption.
- Password protection:
To keep the network secure and protected, a strong password is highly recommended.
- Backup:
To prevent any harm to the first hand data storing server system, the backup system should be maintained.
- User privileges:
In order to maintain privacy and security, controlling or limiting the data flow and exchange process within the organization should be done.
c) What do you think is the biggest threat for this system? Justify your answer.
Many threats are there for example; data backup, hacking, poor system management, no access control, staff biasness to data security. And the most threatening issue I have found is the risk of hacking or data theft. No any protection protocol is there for data security. Staffs are found to be using private devices in any network. In such a case many other competing companies would have easy access of the valuable information of their system data which third parties could get in their hand easily. So, things could get better if we install different security devices, protocols and implement good security measure and policies.
Task 4 – Diagram and explanation
a) Draw a logical network diagram (topology) that shows the main components of the network.
b) Allocate suitable IP addresses and add them in the diagram. You should ensure you include the subnet mask and identify the IP addresses that are provided by the ISP.
| Device | IP | subnet |
| Wireless EUD | 192.55.0.1 to 62 | /26 |
| Lan Wire Network connection | 192.55.0.64 to 192.55.0.127 | /26 |
| Backup server | 192.55.0.128 to 192.55.0.191 | /26 |
| Router | 192.168.17.1 | /24 |
In figure 3 network diagram shows the connectivity on the network system. This table shows Device IP and subnet of /26. Subnetting can help to expand network later if necessary.
c) Explain why you have chosen the hardware components and why you have connected them the way you have in your design for Task 4a.
- Switch:
Switch interfaces distinctive systems administration part in wired system framework network.
- Fire wall:
Firewall gives security to the system framework network.
- Server:
Wellspring of reinforcement for the information of the association.
- WAP:
WAP provides wireless network services to many other devices and mobile wireless devices.
- Router:
Router provides facility to link between two different framework networks.
- VPN:
VPN gives extra secure information trade administrations for the assurance of the records of association.
d) Give local prices and specification of suitable hardware/ software you recommend.
- Switch:
We require 2 switches. It is used to connect EUD in a network. It may cost around NRS 1500 and total sum will be NRS 3000.
- Firewall:
We require 3 firewalls. It is used to protect network from threat. It may cost around NRS 4000 and total sum will be NRS 12000.
- Router:
We need 1 router. It is used for connecting two different networks. It may cost around NRS 4000.
- Backup Server:
We need 1 backup server. It is used to backup all important data. It may cost around NRS 400000.
- Cloud Services:
We need unlimited cloud services which is almost impossible. We can take 5000TB for data handling. It is used to backup all data through internet. It may cost around NRS 140000.
- WAP:
We need 1 WAP. It provides wireless connectivity to wireless EUD networking devices. It may cost around NRS 4000.
- VPN:
We need 1 strong VPN. It provides extra security to the data over the internet. It may cost around NRS 4000.
Task 5 – Remote access
a) Explain how you could incorporate remote access into the system. You should identify the components you would need and state the actions you would complete to get it to work. Do you think Google Docs is a good solution?
Remote access VPN connection is the most common way for providing remote access. With the intention to enable user and office branch with secure access to organizational data VPN technology was developed. An encrypted and safe connection is formed by VPN over a less secure network such as internet. To legitimate VPN traffic to pass unchecked VPN allows routers and firewalls authorization. VPN additionally help by giving burrowing office so information security is keeping up.
VPN provides following advantages:
- Confidentiality:
Data privacy can be maintained through tunneling.
- Data-integrity:
The alteration or modification of transferred data is prevented.
- Control-access:
Controlling of access granted to get into the network and helps to keep unauthorized personal out of the network.
- Authentication Header:
Provides authentication and integrity prevent data tempering.
b) How does the remote access requirement regarding mobile devices impact network security?
making a network remotely available methods giving the network access outside the border of the Wheelers Energy. So as to pick up a remote access, the cell phone needs to associate with some other system to gain admittance to organization arrange which probably won’t be extremely protected. Additionally, information burglary action chances will be expanded to have a sheltered remote access arrange framework legitimate system approaches, client approval and access control ought to be executed.
Conclusion:
Hereby given above task we can easily convince the organizational network system. We have hence provided network solution, increase efficiency and internet access with a faster bandwidth to Wheeler Energy Organization.
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Installation of windows 10, ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus as antivirus software, Apache OpenOffice as office package and VeraCrypt as utility software. Also, Installation of Linux mint mate, google chrome and Testing, Solution in Virtual Box.
Task_1 – Windows Installation
1. Installation of Windows
a. Identification of key stages in the installation.
Firstly, we need an Oracle VirtualBox Manager to install windows 10. Oracle VirtualBox Manager was downloaded from virtualbox.org and Windows 10 ISO file was downloaded from (Microsoft, 2018).
Key stages in the installation are as follow:
- While opening Oracle VirtualBox I clicked in new and then named my Operating system as Roshan Windows 10 selecting type as Microsoft Windows and Version as Windows 7 (64-bit).
- Clicking Next brought me to allocate memory size as image given below. I gave approximate 1.5 GB and clicked on next.
- Selecting Create a virtual hard disk now I clicked on Create. I then selected VDI in Hard disk file type and clicked on next. On next Dynamically allocated Storage on physical hard disk was selected.
- Clicking next File size was taken 50 GB as shown in below image.
- Now going into setting of Roshan Windows 10 and Clicking on Enable Network Adaptor as host only adaptor on Adaptor 2 of Network panel.
- Locating the windows 10 ISO file in storage panel and then clicking okay. Clicking on start this new windows prompts.
- Clicking on Install now Windows installation begins.
- Accepting Terms and condition, I then gave partition of whole 50 GB storage as primary and clicked on next. And I went through custom upgrade which allowed me to install windows.
- After choosing custom OS installation. Then Windows installation begins.
- After the installation I chose use express settings and installation easily completes. It says to enter the pc name, I named as Roshan Sah.
After several minute home page of windows 10 displays with desktop view. Username also can be displayed in settings app.
b. Identification and description of required device drivers and their source locations.
Drivers are important for computers parts to run due to its links between computer hardware and software. Network Interface card, Sound Card, Graphic card, Card Reader, etc. are some of important drivers. It provides instruction to the different chips. This is a picture of installed drivers.
We can also find driver source location in C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository
c. Identification and description of unresolved issues – especially missing device drivers.
After installation mouse cursor was not functioning well and also, I found USB Root Hub disabled. I checked for driver update and enabled USB Root Hub. Everything seems to be working then after.
2. Installation of antivirus software
a. Identification of product used.
For installation of ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus, setup file was downloaded from (Zonealarm, 2018). To install setup file, we need an internet access. It is easy to use software and has more powerful tools.
b. Identification and description of key stages in installation.
Key stage of installing ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus are:
After clicking on finish, the installation is done. Here is the image of ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus.
d. Identification and description of problems and unresolved issues.
While installing the ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antiviruses there was no problem at all since it was quite easy setup. First of all, I make sure that my computer has access to internet and setup was for 64-bit operating system.
e. Outline of the update process for the antivirus software.
ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus had already updated to newest version. I also checked for updates to make sure that I had latest antiviruses.
3. Installation of office software
a. Identification of product used.
For the installation of Apache OpenOffice setup file is required. I have downloaded Apache OpenOffice from (OpenOffice, 2018). Its User Interface is easier to use.
b. Identification and description of key stages in installation.
Key stage of installing ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus are:
- Give internet access and run setup file.
- Click on Quick Install
- Click in Agree to Terms and condition and then ZoneAlarm free firewall antivirus will start downloading.
- After downloads begins this below image will appear.
- After download completes you can also provide email id to receive product updates or Click on finish.
- After clicking on finish, the installation is done. Here is the image of ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus.
d. Identification and description of problems and unresolved issues.
While installing the ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antiviruses there was no problem at all since it was quite easy setup. First of all, I make sure that my computer has access to internet and setup was for 64-bit operating system.
e. Outline of the update process for the antivirus software.
ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus had already updated to newest version. I also checked for updates to make sure that I had latest antiviruses.
3. Installation of office software
a. Identification of product used.
For the installation of Apache OpenOffice setup file is required. I have downloaded Apache OpenOffice from (OpenOffice, 2018). Its User Interface is easier to use.
b. Identification and description of key stages in installation.
- Downloaded Apache OpenOffice and run the setup.
- Clicked on next then on install as shown in image below.
- Give the username.
- Clicked next as typical setup type again click on install.
After clicking on finish, the installation is done. Here is the image of Apache OpenOffice.
c. Identification and description of problems and unresolved issues.
Apache OpenOffice is easy to install I didn’t find any error while installing it. To prevent errors, I firstly checked weather the setup file is for 32bit or 64bit operating system and waited till download completed without any error.
4. Installation of free utility
a. Identification of utility, outline of what it does and reason why you chose this
VeraCrypt is free utility software which help to manage and analyze the computer. VeraCrypt is a free open source disk encryption software. VeraCrypt is used to Create a virtual encrypt disk within a file and mounts it as an original disk. Encrypts whole partition or storages device like usb flash drive.
b. Identification and description of key stages in installation.
We need setup file for installation. VeraCrypt was downloaded from (Veracrypt, 2018).
Key stages of Installing VeraCrypt are as follow:
- Run setup file and click yes.
- Choose language as English. Click on next.
- Accept the license terms and click on next.
- Select install and click on next.
- After clicking next installation begins and below image will appear after successfully installed.
- Click on ok then on finish. To get tutorial click on yes else on no.
d. Identification and description of key stages in installation.
While running program I didn’t found any error. It is quite interesting software. Before installing make sure to check system requirement to run program properly.
Task 2 – Linux Installation
1. Installation of Linux
a. Installation of Linux
Linux is an open source operating system. For Linux installation I’ve choose Linux Mint Mate.
b. Description of disk partitioning (e.g. partition options, partition size).
For Linux partitioning, I allocated 63 GB. Partition option and partition size are:
- Partition 1: /boot
I gave 1GB spaces for booting system which stores kernel image and bootloader Configuration.
- Partition 2: /home
I gave approx. 10GB spaces for installation file where home directories stores.
- Partition 3: /tmp
I gave 5GB spaces for storing temporary file of software and application.
- Partition 4: /usr
I gave approx. 6GB for user documentation, binaries of executables and the kernel sources.
- Partition 5: /var
I gave 1GB spaces to perform tasks and store error logs.
- Partition 6: swap area
I gave 4GB spaces to provide over flow when RAM memory fills up completely.
- Partition 7: /
I gave remaining storage to store primary files which runs the system.
c. Identification and description of required device drivers and their source
locations.
- In Linux Mint Mate I used lspci code in terminal to show drivers details
- For driver lists and details in Linux mint mate I used modinfo pata_acpi code.
I used lsmod code to shows which loadable kernel modules are currently loaded.
d. Description of setting up administrator and standard user.
- Administrator User:
Default user which is created while installation of Linux mint mate is known as administrator user. It is also known as primary or main user.
- Standard User:
Standard User can be created under menu. Click on control panel, open users and group and click on add new. Then fill form and click on add. Then this image will appear in lock screen.
e. Description of network set-up
To access the internet, we need to setup network. Under the menu go to control center. Click on network connection and go to setting and give IPV4 address, netmask and gateway. Then click on save.
f. Identification and description of installation process for one application.
- Open Terminal. Download google signed key and install it using code “wget -q -O – https://dl.google.com/linux/linux_signing_key.pub | sudo apt-key add –“ (ITZGEEK, 2018)
- Setup chrome repos using code “echo “deb [arch=amd64] http://dl.google.com/linux/chrome/deb/ stable main” | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/google-chrome.list”
- Update repos using “code sudo apt update”
- Now install stable chrome by using code “sudo apt install -y google-chrome-stable”
- Now you can find google chrome under menus.
2. Testing of Linux system
a. Identification of test plan for system.
Test plan is required to know weather computer system is working or not like installation, booting, etc. It helps to know that the part of system is working properly or not. It helps user to test the Linux system.
- Users Config.:
In installation of Linux mint mate, user was available and also creating a user and partitioning of drive was done easily but user setting and network config. were unable to test, the process took about 40 minutes.
- Network:
The connection of internet wasn’t working so I changed gateway and assigned its address.
- Device and peripheral:
I was able to watch movies, listen music’s. The usb port was recognized and later file were shared. Devices worked well as well as peripherals.
- System tool:
The Graphical User Interface tools must run properly but it wasn’t operating well so I downloaded extended tools for GUI to make it operate properly. After installing extended tools, I could manually do the partition.
- Hardware’s installations:
In hardware installation, all the files and drivers were installed. Apps were installed and displayed well.
b. Record of how system performs against test plan.
| Test | Required Result | Output | Result Analysis | Measure Taken |
| Users Config | User was created. | User named as Roshan Sah. | Administration user was created | No measure taken. Work done successfully. |
| Network | Internet access should be required. | Network was possible in automatic setting. | Network access was possible. | No measure taken network. Internet access was possible. |
| Device and peripheral | Device and peripheral should be work properly. | Mouse cursor did not work. | Driver was updated. | Driver was updated and mouse cursor started working. |
| System tool | Drivers should run properly. | Mouse was not working. | Driver were checked if it has latest version. | All drivers worked properly. |
| Hardware’s installations | Proper partitioning should run system properly. | System ran smoothly. | Installation of Linux mint mate was done properly. | No measure taken. It worked successfully. |
Task 3 – Faulty PCs
While running the system we counter so many problems then we call it Faulty PC.
Some of the Faulty PC are as follow:
1. Mouse not working
- Identification: While moving mouse, cursor didn’t move.
- Cause: Driver was disabled.
- Solution: Enabled the driver.
- Remedy: Mouse cursor started working.
2. Sound not working
- Identification: while watching movies sound not working.
- Cause: The speaker doesn’t work or maybe driver problem.
- Solution: updated sound driver.
- Remedy: worked properly, I completed movie.
3. Network not working
- Identification: Network cannot be connected.
- Cause: Airplane mode was enabled.
- Solution: Disabled airplane mode and enabled WIFI.
- Remedy: Now internet has access.
4. USB drive not working
- Identification: USB drive was not recognized.
- Cause: Defected USB drive.
- Solution: Add new USB drive.
- Remedy: USB drive recognized.
Conclusion
Installation of windows 10 was completed. I have installed ZoneAlarm Free Firewall Antivirus as antivirus software, Apache OpenOffice as office package and VeraCrypt as utility software. Also, Installation of Linux mint mate was completed. I have installed google chrome and did testing and also done some faulty pc of computer and Found its solution.
Creation of Website and Staff Training for Theme Park
Scenario
You are an independent IT consultant. You have been asked to build a website for a
theme park based in the UK. The theme park has a number of rollercoasters and other
rides for members of the public to enjoy. The theme park has a range of theatres that put
on shows during the day, for example a car stunt show, and a puppet show for children.
The company has decided that they need to create a new website to attract new
customers to the theme park.
The website should allow customers to perform the following tasks:
• View information about the theme park e.g. a map of the park, videos of the rides
• View opening times and prices
• Purchase tickets for a specific date and make payments securely online
• Arrange to collect tickets from the park, or have them posted at an additional cost
• View and enter a monthly puzzle competition to win tickets to the park
• Register their details so that a monthly email can be sent to them giving information
about new attractions, competitions, etc
• View information about other local attractions and links to nearby accommodation
The project will require the creation of a new website. The theme park would like their four
office staff members to receive training on how to operate, update and maintain the
website.
The theme park has allocated a budget of £40 000 for the project. The problem that you
must solve is how you will spend the money to get the best results, with the aim of having
a website which is capable of meeting the above stated requirements. In addition, the
office staff must be fully trained and competent in using the website.
The senior management has requested a detailed report on your plans before they make
the funds available. This should include any assumptions you have made.
Introduction
My name is Roshan Oscar Sah. I have also been an IT consultant. As I see there is requirement of web design and development, of theme park. The theme park is globally popular park which is located in London. The purpose of building this new website is to attract the viewers who like to have fun. Website can actually make easy to know details about theme park by staying at home and also have their inquiry solved. So, I have planned to make your website.
The theme park has high range of theaters which is available during day. I think of adding 3D maps so viewer can see park in 3D and this integration to website can boost website traffic. There will be lots of videos and photograph of rides, instruction and safety measures. The site will have opening time and closing time with real time integration and live traffic and also people can book online ticket. As per requirement says there will also be monthly puzzle competition.
Company wants a design and development of website in which it can have easy access to information to the costumer. Costumer will have all sort of benefits and rewards like legit price which they can directly book or buy from website and monthly puzzle competition.
Budget of £40 000 is mentioned to build this website. Training of four office staff is also included. The office staff should be able to operate, update and maintain the website. I would like to use mentioned budget wisely to meet every requirement of this website.
Task 1
1. Plan
Plan is to develop and design a website inside the given budget. I have planned the selection criteria of creating a beautiful web page with dedicated hosting services. Name the domain name as same as the name of theme park for easy search engine and also make the user interface smooth and clean. Since the budget for this project is €40,000 to finish all the tasks I will have to utilize all my skills for that selection of criteria. Website should have all the required contents with privacy and securities. Lastly we should teach their 4 staff to maintain website.
a. Problem definition:
The website will have online ticket system. In which people or visitor will have two option either to buy ticket form theme park or buy it in website from home. The website will have variety of contents about theme park like videos of joy rides, how it’s operated, opening and closing time and also include the maps. Online payment in this website will be secure like other e-commerce website. Park will have all sorts of joy rides and theaters with different shows like car stunt show and puppet show for children.
Visitor will get more information about theme park and also local attraction. First day of every month there will be held monthly puzzle competition in which user have to login, if not sign up for competition. Website will be designed and developed well in time and as well as the training the four staff of theme park to operate and maintain the website. The budget of theme park website is £40 000 which includes only one time of development, designing and training. For further maintenance or upgrade to website can cost extra pound.
b. Identifying selection Criteria
Developing a good and secure website in cutting edge world is not easier. We need many sorts of things like domain, storage hosting which should be running 24/7, server, security, secure payment, etc.
Selection criteria are listed below:
· Domain (Top10 Website hosting, 2018)
- Domain.com
- Buydomains.com
- Godaddy.com
· Storage hosting (Editors Review.org, 2018)
- Himalayan host
- Blue host
- Hostgater
· Server (opensource.com, 2018)
- Apache http server
- Node.js
- Monkey http server
· Security (techradar, 2018)
- Avast
- Kaspersky
- Norton
· Image editor (Creative, 2018)
- Picmonkey
- Gimp
- Snapseed
· Logo design (Vyond, 2018)
- Logo maker
- Laughing bird
- So think
· Website building software (TemplateToaster, 2018)
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Dreamweaver
- mobirise
· Secure payment (SEJ, 2018)
- we pay
- PayPal
- Amazon
C. Process of selection (Evaluation of selections)
For the selection that we required to build the website for the theme park at London there are some analyzed data in the table ranked properly below:
- Domain
| Names | Transfer | Customer Support | Price | Dropping | Extra Features | Total | Rank |
| Domain.com | 3 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 2nd |
| Buydomains.com | 3 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 16 | 3rd |
| Godaddy.com | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 9 | 1st |
- Storage hosting
| Names | Reliability | Up time | Load | Price | Customer Support | Total | Rank |
| Himalayan host | 1 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 17 | 3rd |
| Blue host | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 2nd |
| HostGator | 5 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 1st |
- Server
| Names | Reliability | Price | Customer Services | Total | Rank |
| Apache http server | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1st |
| Node.js | 1 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2nd |
| Monkey http server | 2 | 3 | 4 | 9 | 3rd |
- Security
| Name | Pricing | Customer Support | Reliability | Extra Feature | Total | Rank |
| Avast | 1 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 10 | 1st |
| Kaspersky | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 2nd |
| Norton | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 3rd |
- Image editor
| Names | Storage | time | Price | quality | total | rank |
| Picmonkey | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 3rd |
| Gimp | 3 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 2nd |
| Snapseed | 2 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 1st |
- Logo design
| Name | User Interface | Time | Price | Extras | Total | Rank |
| Logo maker | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 1st |
| Laughing bird | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 3rd |
| So think | 2 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 10 | 2nd |
- Website building software
| Names | User Interface | Compatibility | Flexibility | Support | Price | total | Rank |
| Adobe Photoshop | 1 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 14 | 2nd |
| Adobe Dreamweaver | 2 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 1st |
| mobirise | 4 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 15 | 3rd |
- Secure payment
| Name | Secure | Reliable | Price | Total | Rank |
| we pay | 3 | 3 | 4 | 10 | 3rd |
| PayPal | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 1st |
| Amazon | 3 | 2 | 4 | 9 | 2nd |
D. Statement and detail of solution
Ranking is necessary to be focused at the important required area. I have chosen these following from ranked table.
- Domain
GoDaddy is best option to choose the domain name. It has its cheapest range of domain and also have some discount on seasons.it may cost up to £1.99 per year.
- Storage Hosting
HostGator has reliable hosting services. In £999 for year we can get up to 1 TB storage, and 20 TB bandwidth.
- Server
Apache Http server is one of the best server in the world right now. It is more dedicated and usually cost minimum amount like £595 year.
- Security
Security is more important in current world. Avast is more secure and reliable in in world. It is more important to stay secure at £399 per year.
- Image editor
Snapseed makes us easy for image post processing. Snapseed is an app made by Google and it is quite easier to use. This app has great user interface and is free to use.
- Logo design
Logo maker is simple software which helps to design a beautiful logo and create a unique design. Software will cost £199 and is one time purchase.
- Website building software
Adobe Dreamweaver is cool and elegant software. Its user interface is nice to spend an hours of coding. It has predication and it saves a lot of times. Adobe Dreamweaver costs £99 per year.
- Secure payment
PayPal is one of the secure way for payment which can be used for payment and any types of transition. It is easy to integrate in website and it has real time monitoring. For year it will cost £200 per year
Total Costing might not be to the sum but it may cover up after teaching your 4 members and my hard work and advertising of theme park.
Conclusion
Everything here in this solution of development of website is settled for single year. The solution is made by researching all the possibilities and to give the final output at its best.
Though this website will be made once at high cost I think that it will go high and will worth more than it costing. Costing is made only for single year. After that your staff can also help to maintain website.
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