Creation should include
- understanding
- wiring order (e.g., 568 A/B)
- the use of tools
- crimping
- wire cutters
- cable testers
- multimeter
- administering settings, such as
- Internet protocol (IP) address
- gateway
- netmask
- DNS server
- dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP) server vs. static (i.e., manual application of the settings).
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the difference between DHCP and the manual assignment of IP addresses?
- What benefits does DHCP provide?
- What is the role of a gateway server?
- What situations might require use of static IP addresses vs. DHCP addresses? When does one need an IP to remain constant?
- What is the role of a DNS server in a network?