Week 2

This diagram depicts a home network. Although shown as two units, the network uses one device that operates as a wireless router and modem suitable for NBN Fibre to the Premise. Devices are connected through ethernet or WiFi so is a hybrid home network topology (both wired and wireless) which is hosted on multiple servers. It is a shared network with other members of the household. The modem has 4 x gigabit ethernet LAN ports, a gigabit ethernet WAN port and a DSL port. One advantage of this type of network is the convenience of not being tethered to one location due to the availability of WiFi. However, there are limitations such as signal loss depending on location and proximity to the router. Security of WiFi is also a consideration, but this is mitigated through using a modem with Wireless Protected Access. Overall, it is an effective network setup suitable for the needs of a small household.