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STUDENT NAME Sadip Bhattarai

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Unit 17: Network Security
UNIT TITLE
Unit 17
UNIT NUMBER
Nobel College Security
ASSIGNMENT
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September 18, 2024 November 18, 2024
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ASSESSOR Binod Adhikari

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 The Nobel College
Research and Technology

Network Security

Submitted By: Submitted To:

Sadip Bhattarai Binod Adhikari
Contents
Introduction.....................................................................................................7
Assignment Task – Part 1..............................................................................8
Slide 1: Network Security.............................................................................8
Slide 2: Introduction to Network Security.....................................................9
Slide 3: Types of Network Security Devices................................................10
Slide 4: Cryptographic Types in Network Security......................................11
Slide 5: Comparison of Network Security Protocols....................................12
Slide 6: Conclusion.....................................................................................14
Comparison between IPsec and TLS........................................................15
1. IPsec....................................................................................................15
2. TLS (Transport layer security)..............................................................15
Types of Network Security Devices..........................................................17
Firewall:...................................................................................................17
Intrusion Detection/Prevention System (IDS/IPS):...................................17
Network Access Control (NAC):................................................................17
Antivirus and Anti-Malware:.....................................................................17
Virtual Private Network (VPN):.................................................................17
Data Loss Prevention (DLP):....................................................................17
Most Common Network Security Protocols.................................................18
Transport Layer Security/Secure Sockets Layer (TLS/SSL):......................18
IPSec (Internet Protocol Security):...........................................................18
HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure):..........................................18
802.1X:....................................................................................................18
Requirement Specification Document........................................................19
The Purpose of a Secure Network............................................................19
Requirements for a Securing the Network of The Nobel College.............20
1. Apply Encryption.............................................................................20
2. Set Up Firewall.................................................................................20
3. Consistent Monitoring of the Network................................................20
4. Install Antivirus and Anti-malware...................................................21
 5. Educate Employees.........................................................................21
6. Set up 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication)...........................................21
7. Create Strong Password.....................................................................21
8. Update Software..............................................................................22
Network Hardware......................................................................................23
1. Router..............................................................................................23
2. Switch..............................................................................................23
3. Hub..................................................................................................23
4. AP (Access Point).............................................................................24
5. Modem............................................................................................24
6. Firewall............................................................................................24
7. Bridge..............................................................................................25
8. Gateway.............................................................................................25
Network Software.......................................................................................26
1. An Operating System (OS)..................................................................26
2. Network Operating System (NOS).......................................................26
3. Firewall Software.................................................................................26
4. Systems for Intrusion Detection and Prevention (IDS/IPS)...................27
5. VPN Software.......................................................................................27
5. Network Management Software..........................................................27
6. File Transfer Protocol (FTP) Software...................................................27
8. DNS Software......................................................................................28
Design of a Secure Network.......................................................................29
Higher Level Network Architecture..........................................................29
The Importance of Network Security to an Organization............................31
1. Protecting Sensitive Data....................................................................31
2. Preventing Financial Losses.................................................................31
3. Maintaining Customer Trust.................................................................31
4. Ensuring Regulatory Compliance.........................................................31
5. Enhancing Operational Efficiency........................................................31
6. Adapting to Emerging Threats.............................................................31
Assignment Task - Part 2................................................................................33
Configuring Network Security for The Nobel College..................................33
Website Vulnerability Testing......................................................................36
Critical Evaluation of the Network Design, Planning, Configuration, and
Testing for The Nobel College.....................................................................64
1. Network Design...................................................................................64
2. Planning...............................................................................................64
3. Configuration.......................................................................................65
4. Testing.................................................................................................65
Conclusion...............................................................................................65
References.....................................................................................................66
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