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Purpose This project provides you an opportunity to solve a comprehensive problem in firewall and virtual private network (VPN) implementation at various levels. You will play the role of an employee participating in network design and planning of a specific business situation.   Required Source Information and Tools Web References: Links to web references in this Instructor Guide and related materials are subject to change without prior notice. These links were last verified on September 18, 2020. The following tools and resources are needed to complete this project: §A web browser and access to the Internet to perform research for the project §(Optional) A tool for creating basic network diagrams, such as draw.io or Microsoft PowerPoint   Learning Objectives and Outcomes §Apply core competencies learned throughout the course to a single project. §Analyze and apply knowledge of firewalls, VPNs, and other network defense measures. §Demonstrate logical reasoning and decision-making skills.   Overall Project Scenario Corporation Techs provides remote and on-site support to small and mid-size businesses. Clients use Corporation Techs’ services to solve problems involving malware removal, to manage data recovery and network issues, and to install hardware and software. Due to recent developments, most technical representatives will begin working from home within the next six months. Because Corporation Techs provides 24/7 support, its systems and communications pathways must be fully operational at all times. In addition, the company has been experiencing unprecedented growth and is preparing to double its client-facing staff. You are a junior network architect who is responsible for helping to plan and design network enhancements to create a more secure internal network, and to ensure secure remote access.   Deliverables The project is divided into several parts. Details for each deliverable can be found in this document. Refer to the course Syllabus for submission dates. §Project Part 1: Network Design Project Part 2: Firewall Selection and Placement Course textbook Course textbook §Project Part 3: Remote Access and VPNs §Project Part 4: Final Network Design Report   Project Part 1: Network Design Scenario The Corporation Techs’ current network consists of 1 web server (accessible by the public), 2 application servers, 2 database servers, 2 file and print servers, and 50 workstations. The web server runs Linux/Apache, the other servers run Microsoft Windows Server, and the workstations run Microsoft Windows. The network is connected through a series of switches, is not physically connected to other networks, and runs Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4). The network is protected by a single border firewall. The senior network architect, whom you work for directly, has verified the company’s business goals and has determined the features and functions required to meet those goals. The senior network architect has asked you to create a network design that includes the following components: §Current infrastructure elements §A logical topology that separates the Accounting and Sales departments §Redundant communications §Justification for continuing with IPv4 or upgrading to IPv6   Tasks For this part of the project, perform the following tasks: 1.Conduct research to determine the best network design to ensure security of internal access while retaining public website availability. 2.Design a network configuration with physical and logical topologies. Identify major network elements (e.g., servers, switches, gateways) and their locations within the private and protected network segments. 3.Include a high-level plan that ensures communications are available 24/7. 4.Recommend whether to continue using IPv4 or upgrade to IPv6, and explain why. 5.Create a basic network diagram that illustrates the current network and enhancements. Include a few workstations to represent all workstations on the internal network. The diagram will be very high level at this stage and include only necessary details. You may use a software tool or simply pencil and paper. You will update this design later in the project. 6.Create a draft report detailing all information as supportive documentation. 7.Cite sources, where appropriate.   Required Resources Internet access   Submission Requirements Format: Microsoft Word (or compatible) Font:      Arial, size 12, double-space Citation style: Your school’s preferred style guide Length of report: 3–4 pages   Self-Assessment Checklist I determined the best network design to ensure the security of      internal access while retaining public website availability. I designed a network configuration with physical and logical      topologies, and identified major network elements and their locations      within the private and protected network segments. I created a plan that ensures communications are available 24/7. I recommended whether to continue using IPv4 or upgrade to IPv6, and      explained why. I created a basic network diagram that illustrates the current      network and enhancements. I created a professional, well-developed report with proper      documentation, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. I followed the submission guidelines.   Project Part 2: Firewall Selection and Placement Scenario The senior network architect at Corporation Techs has informed you that the existing border firewall is old and needs to be replaced. He recommends designing a demilitarized zone (DMZ) to increase network perimeter security. He also wants to increase the security of network authentication, replacing the current username and password approach.   Tasks For this part of the project, perform the following tasks: 1.Research and select firewalls for the Corporation Techs network. Describe each firewall, why you selected it, and where it should be placed for maximum effectiveness. Address network, server, and workstation firewalls. 2.Describe a plan for creating a DMZ, and explain how it makes the network more secure. 3.Research network authentication and create a high-level plan for secure authentication to internal network resources. 4.Create a draft report detailing all information as supportive documentation. 5.Cite sources, where appropriate.   Required Resources Internet access   Submission Requirements Format: Microsoft Word (or compatible) Font:      Arial, size 12, double-space Citation style: Your school’s preferred style guide Length of report: 3–4 pages   Self-Assessment Checklist I researched and selected firewalls. I described each firewall, why I selected it, and where it should be      placed for maximum effectiveness. I addressed network, server, and workstation firewalls. I described a plan for creating a DMZ and explained how it makes the      network more secure. I created a high-level plan for secure authentication to internal      network resources. I created a professional, well-developed report with proper      documentation, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. I followed the submission guidelines.     Project Part 3: Remote Access and VPNs Scenario As you are aware, many remote users will soon need access to the internal network and services. A remote access and virtual private network (VPN) plan is needed to connect it all together. The senior network architect has asked you to create the plan that will allow secure remote access to the internal network while preventing unauthorized access. He specifically requested that all information transferred between remote users and the organizational servers be protected against snooping.   Tasks For this part of the project, perform the following tasks: 1.Research and recommend the most appropriate VPN technology. The most likely solution is either an Internet Protocol Security (IPSec) VPN or SSL/TLS VPN. Describe the VPN technology and explain why it is the best choice for Corporation Techs. 2.Recommend any other forms of remote access that are relevant and describe how they would be used. 3.Create a draft report detailing all information as supportive documentation. 4.Cite sources, where appropriate.   Submission Requirements Format: Microsoft Word (or compatible) Font:      Arial, size 12, double-space Citation style: Your school’s preferred style guide Length of report: 3–4 pages   Self-Assessment Checklist I researched and recommended an appropriate VPN technology. I described the VPN technology and explained why it is the best      choice. I recommended other forms of remote access that are relevant and      described how they would be used. I created a professional, well-developed report with proper      documentation, grammar, spelling, and punctuation. I followed the submission guidelines.   Project Part 4: Final Network Design Report Scenario You are ready to create and submit a final network design and plan to the senior network architect, who will present it to senior management and other decision makers. Tasks For this part of the project, perform the following tasks: 1.Create a final network diagram that includes the basic diagram and all relevant network enhancements. 2.Create a professional report that includes content from each draft report. Include details for all relevant information, persuasive justification for your recommendations, and methods to measure the success of each major network enhancement. 

CompetencyDetermine and interpret the linear correlation coefficient, and use linear regression to find a best fit line for a scatter plot of the data and make predictions.ScenarioAccording to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the probability of a magnitude 6.7 or greater earthquake in the Greater Bay Area is 63%, about 2 out of 3, in the next 30 years. In April 2008, scientists and engineers released a new earthquake forecast for the State of California called the Uniform California Earthquake Rupture Forecast (UCERF).As a junior analyst at the USGS, you are tasked to determine whether there is sufficient evidence to support the claim of a linear correlation between the magnitudes and depths from the earthquakes. Your deliverables will be a PowerPoint presentation you will create summarizing your findings and an excel document to show your work.Concepts Being StudiedCorrelation and regressionCreating scatterplotsConstructing and interpreting a Hypothesis Test for Correlation using r as the test statisticYou are given a spreadsheet that contains the following information:Magnitude measured on the Richter scaleDepth in kmUsing the spreadsheet, you will answer the problems below in a PowerPoint presentation.What to SubmitThe PowerPoint presentation should answer and explain the following questions based on the spreadsheet provided above.Slide 1: Title slideSlide 2: Introduce your scenario and data set including the variables provided.Slide 3: Construct a scatterplot of the two variables provided in the spreadsheet. Include a description of what you see in the scatterplot.Slide 4: Find the value of the linear correlation coefficient r and the critical value of r using α = 0.05. Include an explanation on how you found those values.Slide 5: Determine whether there is sufficient evidence to support the claim of a linear correlation between the magnitudes and the depths from the earthquakes. Explain.Slide 6: Find the regression equation. Let the predictor (x) variable be the magnitude. Identify the slope and the y-intercept within your regression equation.Slide 7: Is the equation a good model? Explain. What would be the best predicted depth of an earthquake with a magnitude of 2.0? Include the correct units.Slide 8: Conclude by recapping your ideas by summarizing the information presented in context of the scenario.Along with your PowerPoint presentation, you should include your Excel document which shows all calculations.Grading RubricFFCBA01234Not SubmittedNo PassCompetenceProficiencyMasteryNot SubmittedDid not correctly solve a majority of the problems or at least one problem left blank.Correctly solved a majority of the problems.Correctly solved almost all the problems.All problems are solved correctly.Not SubmittedVery few steps are provided to explain how to solve the problem OR the steps provided have several errors.Fairly complete and detailed steps are provided to explain how to solve the problem OR the steps provided have some errors.Mostly complete and detailed steps are provided to explain how to solve the problem.Complete and detailed steps are provided to explain how to solve the problem.Not SubmittedExplanations generally lack a basic understanding of the statistical concepts or lack of proper terminology.Explanations demonstrate a basic understanding of most of the statistical concepts and terminology, but some explanations may be incomplete or incorrect.Explanations demonstrate a proficient understanding of most of the statistical concepts and terminology, but with small errors.Explanations demonstrate a mastery of understanding of the statistical concepts and terminology.Not SubmittedThe majority of variables, equations, and expressions are not properly formatted.The majority of variables, equations, and expressions are properly formatted.Almost all variables, equations, and expressions are properly formatted.All variables, equations, and expressions are properly formatted.