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Technology and Livelihood

Education
Quarter 4 – LAS
(Learning Activity Sheet – Week 5)
Computer Systems Servicing 10
Lesson 9: SETTING-UP COMPUTER
NETWORKS (SUCN)
LO. 1 Install network cables

Computer Systems Servicing

Department of Education • Republic of the Philippines

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 DepEd Learning Activity Sheet (LAS)
Name of Learner:____________________________________________

Grade Level:________________________________________________

Section:____________________________________________________

Date: __________________

COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING 10

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

Fundamentals of Networking

Background Information for Learners:

In the world of computers, networking is the practice of linking two or more computing devices together for the
purpose of sharing data. Networks are built with a combination of computer hardware and computer software.

Network Fundamentals
A network is simply a group of two or more Personal Computers linked together. Many types of networks exist, but
the most common types of networks are Local-Area Networks (LANs), and Wide-Area Networks (WANs).
In a LAN, computers are connected together within a "local" area (for example, an office or home). In a WAN, computers are
further apart and are connected via telephone/communication lines, radio waves or other means of connection.

How Are Networks Categorized?

Networks are usually classified using three properties: Topology, Protocols and Architecture.

1. Topology specifies the geometric arrangement of the network. Common topologies are a bus, ring and star.

2. Protocol specifies a common set of rules and signals the computers on the network use to communicate. Most networks
use Ethernet, but some networks may use IBM's Token Ring protocol. We recommend Ethernet for both home and office
networking.

3. Architecture refers to one of the two major types of network architecture: Peer-to-peer or client/server. In a Peer-to-Peer
networking configuration, there is no server, and computers simply connect with each other in a workgroup to share files,
printers and Internet access.

This is most commonly found in home configurations and is only practical for workgroups of a dozen or less
computers. In a client/server network there is usually an NT Domain Controller, to which all of the computers log on. This
server can provide various services, including centrally routed Internet Access, mail (including e-mail), file sharing and printer
access, as well as ensuring security across the network. This is most commonly found in corporate configurations, where
network security is essential.

Networks are used to:

• Facilitate communication by means of email, video conferencing, texting, and so on.
• Enable different clients to share hardware resources like a printer or scanner.
• Enable file sharing over the system.
• Allow for the sharing of software or working projects on a remote network.
• Make data easier to access and keep up among network clients.

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Example of various network scales are:
A Local area network (LAN), or, in other words, small network
constrained to a small geographic area. An example of a LAN
would be a computer network within a building.
• Operate within a small geographic area.
• Allow multi-access to high-transfer speed media.
• Control network privately under a local administration.
• Provide full-time availability to local services.

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A Personal Area Network (PAN) is a computer network used for communication

among computer devices, including smartphone and tablet, in proximity to an
individual's body. The reach of a PAN is typically a few meters. PANs can be used
for communication among the personal devices themselves (intrapersonal
communication), or for connecting to a higher level network and the Internet.
Using Lenovo ShareIt app across devices is great instance of PAN network.

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Campus Area Network, Campus Network, Controller Area Network,

Corporate area network and often Cluster Area Network or CAN
It is a computer network made up of an interconnection of local area
networks (LANs) within a limited geographical area. The networking
equipment (switches, routers) and transmission media (optical fiber,
copper plant, Cat5 cabling etc.) are almost entirely owned by the
campus tenant / owner: an enterprise, university, government etc. It
can be taken as the metropolitan network that has the specific settings
at the small area just like a computer lab in the university.
https://www.networkstraining.com/different-types-of-networks/

Metropolitan Area Network - A metropolitan area network (MAN)

is a hybrid between a LAN and a WAN. Like a WAN, it connects two
or more LANs in the same geographic area. A MAN, for example,
might connect two different buildings or offices in the same
city/municipality.

https://www.networkstraining.com/different-types-of-networks/

Wide Area Network - A wide area network (WAN) is a computer

network that covers a broad area (i.e., any network whose
communications links cross metropolitan, regional, or national
boundaries). This is in contrast with personal area networks (PANs),
local area networks (LANs), campus area networks (CANs), or
metropolitan area networks (MANs) which are usually limited to a
room, building, campus or specific metropolitan area (e.g., a city)
respectively,
Computers connected to a wide-area network are often connected
through public networks, such as the telephone system. They can
also be connected through leased lines or satellites. The largest
WAN in existence is the internet.

https://www.networkstraining.com/different-types-of-networks/

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Storage Area Network - A storage area network
(SAN) is a dedicated storage network that provides
access to consolidated, block level storage. SANs
are used primarily to make storage devices (such as
disk arrays, tape libraries, and optical jukeboxes)
accessible to servers so that the devices appear as
locally attached to the operating system. A SAN
typically has its own network of storage devices
that are generally not accessible through the
regular network by regular devices.

https://www.networkstraining.com/different-
types-of-networks/

The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer

networks that use the standard Internet Protocol Suite
(TCP/IP) to serve billions of users worldwide. It is a network of
networks that consists of millions of private, public, academic,
business, and government networks, of local to global scope,
that are linked by a broad array of electronic, wireless and
optical networking technologies. The Internet can also be
defined as a worldwide interconnection of computers and
computer networks that facilitate the sharing or exchange of
information among users. The Internet carries a vast range of
information resources and services, such as the inter-linked
hypertext documents of the World Wide Web (WWW) and the
infrastructure to support electronic mail etc.

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Virtual Private Network - A VPN is a private network

that is constructed within a public network
infrastructure such as the global Internet. a
telecommuter can access the network of the company
headquarters through the Internet by building a secure
tunnel between the telecommuter’s PC and a VPN
router in the headquarters. It is a mechanism for
providing secure, reliable transport over Internet. VPNs
are frequently used by remote workers or companies
with remote offices to share private data and network
resources.

https://www.networkstraining.com/different-types-of-networks/

Common Classification of Network used in Computer Systems

Servicing

1. Peer-to-Peer (P2P) network - is created when two or more

PCs are connected and share resources without going through
a separate server computer. A P2P network can be an ad hoc
connection—a couple of computers connected via a Universal
Serial Bus to transfer
files.

https://www.onlinecomputertips.com/support-
categories/networking/673-peer-to-peer-vs-client-server-
networks

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2. Client-Server Network – is a computer network in
which one centralized, powerful computer (called the
server) is a hub to which many less powerful personal
computers or workstations (called clients) are connected.
The clients run programs and access data that are stored
on the server.

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Network protocols
Network protocols are a set of rules, conventions, and
data structures that dictate how devices exchange data
across networks. In other words, network protocols can
be equated to languages that two devices must
understand for seamless communication of information, regardless of their infrastructure and design disparities.

Content Standard:

The learners demonstrate an understanding of concepts and principles in setting up computer networks.

Performance Standard:

The learners shall be able to set up computer networks based established procedures and system requirements for
hardware.

Objectives:

1. Discuss network connectivity of each terminal in accordance with network design.

2. Understand the network configuration.
3. Differentiate peer-to-peer and client-server.

Lesson 9: Setting-up Computer Networks (SUCN)

LO. 1 Install network cables (1.1 Plan cable routes in accordance with network design and actual installation site;
1.2 Determine cable routes in accordance with network design and actual installation site)
Code: TLE_IACSS9-12SUCN-IVa-j-33

Learning Task 1: In a paragraph, discuss the difference of peer-to-peer network and client-server network from the rest of the
network classifications / types as discussed in this learning activity sheet. Write your answer on a long pad.

Difference of Peer-to-peer and Client Server:

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Learning Task 2: Write True if the statement is correct and if the statement is wrong, write the correct answer by replacing
the underlined word. Write your answer on a long pad.
________1. There is no server in Peer-to-Peer Network configuration.
________2. WAN means World Area Network.
________3. Topology specifies the geometric arrangement of the network.
________4. Most networks use Ethernet, but some networks may use IBM's Token Ring protocol.
________5. A metropolitan area network is a hybrid between a CAN and a WAN.
________6. MAN is a computer network used for communication among computer devices, including smartphone and tablet,
in proximity to an individual's body.
________7. A wide area network is a computer network that covers a broad area.
________8. SANs are used primarily to make storage devices accessible to storage so that the devices appear as locally
attached to the operating system.

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________9. The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that use the standard Internet Protocol Suite
(TCP/IP) to serve billions of users worldwide.
________10. Personal Area Network is typically the shortest network with only few meters distance between devices.

Assessment: Multiple Choice. Use the Zipgrade answer sheet for week 5. Shade the circle of your BEST answer properly.

1. It is the practice of linking two or more computing devices together for the purpose of sharing data.
A. Analyzing B. Multiplying C. Networking D. Partitioning
2. It is a private network that is constructed within a public network infrastructure such as the global Internet.
A. VPN B. LAN C. WAN D. TCP/IP
3. It specifies the geometric arrangement of the network.
A. Protocol B. Topology C. Architecture D. Network
4. Which of the following is a common topology?
A. tree B. diamond C. mesh D. ring
5. It is a computer network used for communication among computer devices, including smartphone and tablet, in proximity
to an individual's body.
A. Personal Area Network C. Metropolitan Area Network
B. Campus Area Network D. Wide Area Network
6. It is a computer network that covers a broad area.
A. Personal Area Network C. Virtual Private Network
B. Metropolitan Area Network D. Wide Area Network
7. It is a dedicated storage network that provides access to consolidated, block level storage.
A. Campus Area Network C. Virtual Private Network
B. Metropolitan Area Network D. Storage Area Network
8. It is a hybrid between a LAN and a WAN.
A. Campus Area Network C. Virtual Private Network
B. Metropolitan Area Network D. Local Area Network
9. It is a small network constrained to a small geographic area.
A. Campus Area Network C. Personal Area Network
B. Metropolitan Area Network D. Local Area Network
10. These are a set of rules, conventions, and data structures that dictate how devices exchange data across networks.
A. Network Sharing B. Network Server C. Network protocols D. Network Fundamentals

Reflection:
Direction: Follow the guide questions below on your reflection about the lesson. Write your answer in a long pad with the
Learning Task.

I understand that ______________________________

____________________________________________

I realized that ______________________________

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References for learners:

Computer System Servicing, LAS JHS, SDO Meycauayan Bulacan

Prepared by

MAREDES O. LUBRICA
TLE Teacher

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