ICT 10

REMEDIATION ACTIVITIES

Set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration

Contents:

1. Configure Client Device Systems

2. Configure LAN (Local Area Network)

3. Configure WAN (Wide Area Network)

4. Configure Wireless Settings

5. Setting Up Firewall with Advanced Security

Assessment Criteria

1. Client Device systems settings are configured in accordance with

manufacturers’ instructions and end-user preferences
2. Local area network (LAN) port is configured in accordance with
manufacturers’ instructions and network design
3. Wide area network (WAN) port is configured in accordance with
manufacturers’ instructions and network design
4. Wireless settings are configured in accordance manufacturers’
instructions, network design and end-user preferences
5. Security/Firewall/Advance settings are configured in accordance with
manufacturers’ instructions and end-user preferences

Conditions

The participants will have access to:

1. Workplace Location
2. Computer Network materials:
1. UTP Cable
2. RJ45
3. Router/Hub
4. Modem
3. Personal Computer
4. Training Materials
1. Learning Packages
 2. Bond Papers
3. Ballpens
4. Whiteboard Marker
5. Manuals
6. Competency Standard
7. Training Regulations
Assessment Method:

1. Written Works
2. Actual Application
3. Performance Criteria

Learning Experiences

Learning Outcome

Computer Systems Servicing NC II

Learning Activities Special Instructions

Read information sheet 1.3-1 on If you have some problem on the

Configure Client Device Systems content of the information sheet
don’t hesitate to approach your
facilitator. If you feel that you are
now knowledgeable on the content of
the information sheet, you can now
answer self-check provided in the
module.
Answer Self- Check 1.3-1 on Compare your answer to the answer
key 1.3-1. If you got 100% correct
Configure Client Device Systems
answer in this self-check, you can
now move to the next information
sheet. If not review the information
sheet and go over the self-check
again.

Read information sheet 1.3-2 on If you have some problem on the

Configure Local Area Network content of the information sheet
don’t hesitate to approach your
facilitator. If you feel that you are
now knowledgeable on the content of
the information sheet, you can now
answer self-check provided in the
module.
Answer Self- Check 1.3-2 on Compare your answer to the answer
key 1.3-2. If you got 100% correct
Configure Local Area Network answer in this self-check, you can
now move to the next information
sheet. If not review the information
sheet and go over the self-check
again.

Perform Task Sheet 1.3-2 on How to Trainer evaluates the performance

Configure LAN (Local Area Network) and makes recommendations.

Read information sheet 1.3-3 on If you have some problem on the

Configure WAN (Wide Area Network) content of the information sheet
don’t hesitate to approach your
facilitator. If you feel that you are
now knowledgeable on the content of
the information sheet, you can now
answer self-check provided in the
module.
Answer Self- Check 1.3-3 on Compare your answer to the answer
key 1.3-3. If you got 100% correct
Configure WAN (Wide Area Network)
answer in this self-check, you can
now move to the next information
sheet. If not review the information
sheet and go over the self-check
again.

Perform Task Sheet 1.3-3 on How to Trainer evaluates the performance

and makes recommendations.
Configure WAN (Wide Area Network)

Read information sheet 1.3-4 on If you have some problem on the

Configure Wireless Settings content of the information sheet
don’t hesitate to approach your
facilitator. If you feel that you are
now knowledgeable on the content of
the information sheet, you can now
answer self-check provided in the
module.
Answer Self- Check 1.3-4 on Compare your answer to the answer
key 1.3-4. If you got 100% correct
Configure Wireless Settings
answer in this self-check, you can
now move to the next information
sheet. If not review the information
sheet and go over the self-check
again.

Read information sheet 1.3-5 on If you have some problem on the

Setting up Firewall with Advanced content of the information sheet
Security don’t hesitate to approach your
 facilitator. If you feel that you are
now knowledgeable on the content of
the information sheet, you can now
answer self-check provided in the
module.
Answer Self- Check 1.3-5 on Setting Compare your answer to the answer
key 1.3-5. If you got 100% correct
up Firewall with Advanced Security
answer in this self-check, you can
now move to the next information
sheet. If not review the information
sheet and go over the self-check
again.

After doing all the activities for this

LO, you are ready to proceed to the
next LO: Inspect and test the
configured computer networks
 INFORMATION SHEET 1.3-1

Configure Client Device Systems

Learning Objective:
After reading this information sheet, you must be able to:

1. Identify What is Client Device Systems

2. Configuring Client Device Systems

Client Device Settings is a way of configuring your client device by which

you can specify client settings at a collection level, allowing you to define
different settings as necessary. It has the characteristics of being flexible to
create multiple client device or client user settings and apply it to different
collections as per requirement. It is a set of default settings. But always take
note that those Client Device systems settings are configured in accordance
with manufacturers’ instructions and end-user preferences. In this module,
we will show the steps on setting up your client device on Windows 7, 8 &
10 which are configured manually.

Always take note on the following area’s to be configured:

1. Set up Time and Date

2. Set up Computer Name
3. Install and Configure Network Driver
4. Install necessary software application e.i MS Office and Anti virus

Configure Client Device Systems

Steps on How to Configure Client Device Settings:

1. Setting up Time and Date

a. On Windows 10 OS, to set up the Time and Date go to the right
bottom of your taskbar see figure below:
 b. Right click on the area of time and date then choose “Adjust
date/time”. Then the date/time settings will appear.

c. If you wish to set your

date/time automatically
just click “ON” at “Set
Time Automatically”. If
not, you can turn it off
and be the one to set
date/time.
d. You could also set “Time
Zone” it is
located below change date and time. You could choose Beijing,
Kuala Lumpur or Taipei, Philippines is none on the choices just
choose a Time Zone that much on our Time “UTC+8”.

2. Set up Computer Name

a. In setting up your Computer Name, Go to Start Menu and
search for “My PC”, and other Windows OS version you can find
it on Desktop a Computer Icon with a name of “My Computer”.
For Win10, please see figure below:
b. Then “Control Panel” will appear. Click on “Change Settings”
button that is shown below:

c. After clicking “Change Settings”, another Set Up will appear.

You can now change the “Computer Description” and
“Computer Name.” As shown on figure below:
 Note: Setting up your Computer Name is important. This will
serve as the Identity of your computer. It will be useful when it
comes on setting up your Computer Network. The Server/The
Network will identify what PC is being connected or configured.

3. Install and Configure Network Driver

a. In every personal computer, it is necessary to install a network
driver so that your computer will have an access on every
network connection it may need. The first step to do is to select
a Compatible driver’s pack for your PC. Depends on your OS.
Below is an example:

There are different versions of DriverPack Solution: 15, 14, 13,

12, 11, 10 & 8. You should be careful on choosing a driver pack;
it should be compatible with your PC specification.

After the installation of your network driver, you are ready to configure your
network. To configure the network of your PC, Right-click on your network
connection. You'll see this in your System Tray. If you are connecting your
computers through a switch with no router, you'll need to assign each
computer on the network its own individual IP address. This process is
handled automatically if you're using a router. Think of an IP address as a
mailing address. Each computer on the network needs a unique IP address
so that information sent across the network reaches the correct destination.

Click Open Network and Sharing Center.

Click the Ethernet link at the top of the window. You'll see this next to
"Connections." Click Properties.

Click I nt
ernet

Protocol Version 4
(TCP/IPv4) . Make
sure you don't
uncheck it, just
highlight it.
Click Properties.

Click the Use the following IP address radio button.

Type 192.168
. 1. 5 0 into
the IP address
field.

Type 255.255
. 0. 0 into the
Subnet
mask field.

Type 192.168.
0. 0 i nto the
Default
gateway
field.
Click OK. This will save the settings for that computer. This computer is
now configured on your network with a unique IP address.

Open the Internet Protocol Version 4 properties on the next computer.

Follow the steps above on the second computer to open the Internet Protocol
Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties window.
4. Install necessary software application e.i MS Office and Anti virus
a. You may install necessary software applications for your PC like
MS Office and an Antivirus. See figures below for references:
 ASSESSMENT. 1.3-1

TRUE OR FALSE: Write the word TRUE in the space provider if the
statements are correct and FALSE if it is not.

______1. Client Device Settings is a way of configuring your client device by

which you cannot specify client settings at a collection level.

______2. On Windows 10 OS, to set up the Time and Date go to the upper
left of your taskbar.

______3. Setting up your Computer Name is important. This will serve as

the Identity of your computer.

______4. In every personal computer, it is necessary to install a network

driver.

______5. Assigning an IP Address must be unique.

______6. The default subnet mask is, 255.255.0.0

______7. In setting up Time, you cannot set time automatically.

______8. In setting up the Time Zone, you could use "Philippines" for the
setting.

______9. Client setting on different OS are just the same.

______10. In installing a network drivers, it compatibility on PC must be

consider.
 INFORMATION SHEET 1.3-2

Configure Local Area Network

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you should be able to:

1. To identify What is Local Area Network

2. To acquire knowledge in Configuring Local Area Network

A Local Area Network (LAN) is a group of computers and associated

devices that share a common communications line or wireless link to a
server. Typically, a LAN encompasses computers and peripherals connected
to a server within a distinct geographic area such as an office or a
commercial establishment. Computers and other mobile devices use a LAN
connection to share resources such as a printer or network storage.

Configuring Local Area Network

Equipment and Peripherals Needed for Configuring LAN

Equipment/Peripherals Name and

Image
Description

A Personal Computer (PC) is a multi-

purpose electronic computer whose size,
capabilities, and price make it feasible for
individual use. PCs are intended to be
operated directly by an end user, rather
than by a computer expert or technician.
Ethernet cables are networking
hardware used to connect one network
device to other network devices or to
connect two or more computers to
share printers, scanners etc. Different
types of network cables, such as coaxial
cable, optical fiber cable, and twisted
pair cables, are used depending on the
network's physical layer, topology, and
size. The devices can be separated by a
few meters (e.g. via Ethernet) or nearly
unlimited distances (e.g. via the
interconnections of the Internet).

Router/Hub/Switch is a way stations

that control the traffic of data within a
network, assigns a unique IP Address to
each computer.

Modem is a device that send, receives,

and translates information from the
internet and makes it available within the
Local Area Network

When Equipments and Peripherals are all ready, we will now proceed
on Installing and Configuring Local Area Network. Below are steps in
configuring Local Area Network.

1. Prepare your Workplace

 It must be clean and dry. Work on a spacious table. If necessary
work with your PPE. Do not forget to apply the OHS policies and
procedures.
2. Determine the number of computers you want to connect. The
number of computers you're connecting will determine the type of
network hardware you'll need.
 If you are connecting four or less computers, you'll just
need a single router or one switch if you don't need
internet.
 If you're connecting more than four computers, you'll
want a router and a switch, or just a switch if you don't
need internet.
3. Determine your network layout.
If you’re installing a permanent LAN solution, you'll want to
keep cable length in mind. CAT5 Ethernet cables should not run
longer than 250 feet. If you need to cover larger distances, you'll
need switches at regular intervals, or you'll need to use CAT6
cables.
a. You'll need one Ethernet cable for each computer you want
to connect to the LAN, as well as an Ethernet cable to
connect the router to the switch (if applicable).
4. Plug one end of an Ethernet cable into your computer. Make
sure you're using an Ethernet cable (RJ45), not a telephone cable.
5. Plug the other end of the cable into an open LAN port. This can
be any open LAN port on either the router or the switch, depending
on your LAN setup.
6. Reset the Router. In resetting your Router just click the small
button on the back of your router using a Pin or Ballpen and wait
until all the icons in
front of the Router
will Lights on. See
figure below.
7. Go to browser either “Google Chrome” or “I explorer”. And type in
the default IP Address. Depends on Manufacturer. For this module,
we will use 192.168.0.1. See figure below:

8. Router Login will appear. Type on default username and password.

“admin” is most default username and password, still depends on
manufacturer. See figure below:
9. After encoding the default IP Address and entering the default
username and password, the Router User Interface will appear. We
will now ready for Router Setting Up.

10. Click the Network Tab. And change your IP Address. Take note
on the Sequence of your IP Address. Save and it will reboot.
11. Go to DHCP Tab, just click the Disable Button. And the browser
will reboot.
 ASSESSMENT. 1.3-2

IDENTIFICATION: Identify what is being ask, write on the space

provided.

__________1. A multi-purpose electronic computer whose size, capabilities,

and price make it feasible for individual use.

__________2. Is a device that sends, receives, and translates information

from the internet and makes it available within the Local Area Network

__________3. Are networking hardware used to connect one network device to

other network devices or to connect two or more computers to share
printers, scanners etc.

__________4. Is a way stations that control the traffic of data within a

network, assigns a unique IP Address to each computer.

__________5. Is a group of computers and associated devices that share a

common communications line or wireless link to a server.

__________6. Default IP address of a Router

__________7. Default Username and Password use for Logging in on your

Router Portal.

__________8. A tab on your Router Portal that can be used to change your IP
Address.

__________9. It is the first step before configuring your Router.

__________10. Indicator that your Router are already reset.

 TASK SHEET 1.3-2

Configure Local Area Network

Performance Objective: Given a Network Materials (Router and Ethernet Cable)

together with a Personal Computer you should Configure
Local Area Network with allotted time of 40 minutes.

Supplies/Materials and Equipments :

 Personal Computer

 Router and Ethernet Cable

 Personal Protective equipment (if necessary)

 Pins/Ballpen (Use for resetting the Router)

Steps/ Procedure:
1. Prepare your Workplace
a. Make sure that you have the necessary Materials/Peripherals
b. Make sure that the workplace is clean and dry.
2. Start
a. Connect Router and Personal Computer using your Ethernet Cable
b. Reset your Router using Pins/Ballpen
c. Go to your Browser (Google Chrome or Iexplorer
d. Type in the Default IP Address
e. Type in the default username and password
f. Set up Network Tab
g. Set up DHCP Tab

Assessment Method:

Performance Criteria checklist

 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST 1.3-2

CRITERIA YES NO

1. Did the student configure the Router correctly?

2. Did the student configure the Local Area Network?

 INFORMATION SHEET 1.3-3

Configure Wide Area Network (ACCESS POINT)

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you should be able to:

1. To identify What is Wide Area Network

2. To acquire knowledge in Configuring Wide Area Network

A wide area network (WAN) is a telecommunications

network or computer network that extends over a large geographical
distance. Wide area networks are often established with leased
telecommunication circuits.

Business, education and government entities use wide area networks to

relay data to staff, students, clients, buyers, and suppliers from various
locations across the world. In essence, this mode of telecommunication
allows a business to effectively carry out its daily function regardless of
location. The Internet may be considered a WAN.

Configure Wide Area Network

As we gather all the peripherals and equipment needed we will
proceed on Configuring Wide Area Network. Same process with Router but
this time we will use Modem or the Access Point. See steps listed below:
1. Gather your Modem, Ethernet Cable and Personal Computer.
Connect each peripheral using the Ethernet Cable. Directly connect
Modem to your Personal Computer using the Ethernet Cable. This will
just be use for the setting up processes.
2. Reset the Modem. In resetting your Modem just click the small
button at the back and wait until all the icons in front of the Modem
will Lights on. See figure below.

3. Go to browser either “Google Chrome” or “I explorer”. And type in the

default IP Address of your Modem. Depends on Manufacturer. For this
module, we will use 192.168.0.254. And a Dialog box will pop up and
you will need to enter the default username and password. Use
“admin” for both username and password. See figure below:

4. Repeat
the step
shown
on

Configuring your Router.

a. Go to Network Tab. Change your IP address. Click Save then it will
reboot.
b. Go to DHCP tab and click Disable Button.
c. Unlike on Router we need to set up Wireless Tab on Modem. Click
Wireless Tab. Click on WPA/WPA2 – Personal (Recommended) then
enter your desired PSK Password. It must consist of alphanumeric
characters. The browser will reboot.
 ASSESSMENT. 1.3-3

Rearrange the given steps on how to configure WAN. Put the correct
sequence of steps by using numbers 1-10 in the space provided, 1 is the
First Step and 10 is the Last Step.

______1. Gather your Modem, Ethernet Cable and Personal Computer.

Connect each peripheral using the Ethernet Cable.

______2. Go to browser either “Google Chrome” or “I explorer”.

______3. Go to Network Tab. Change your IP address. Click Save then it will
reboot.

______4. Reset the Modem. In resetting your Modem just click the small
button at the back and wait until all the icons in front of the Modem will
Lights on.

______5. Directly connect Modem to your Personal Computer using the

Ethernet Cable. This will just be use for the setting up processes.

______6. Go to DHCP tab and click Disable Button.

______7. And a Dialog box will pop up and you will need to enter the default
username and password. Use “admin” for both username and password.

______8. Prepare your Workplace, clean and Dry.

______. And type in the default IP Address of your Modem.

______10. Click Wireless Tab. Click on WPA/WPA2 – Personal

(Recommended) then enter your desired PSK Password.
 TASK SHEET 1.3-3

Configure Wide Area Network

Performance Objective: Given a Network Materials (Router and Ethernet Cable)

together with a Personal Computer you should Configure Wide
Area Network with allotted time of 40 minutes.

Supplies/Materials and Equipments :

 Personal Computer

 Modem and Ethernet Cable

 Personal Protective equipment (if necessary)

 Pins/Ballpen (Use for resetting the Router)

Steps/ Procedure:
3. Prepare your Workplace
a. Make sure that you have the necessary Materials/Peripherals
b. Make sure that the workplace is clean and dry.
4. Start
a. Connect Modem and Personal Computer using your Ethernet Cable
b. Reset your Modem using Pins/Ballpen
c. Go to your Browser (Google Chrome or Iexplorer)
d. Type in the Default IP Address
e. Type in the default username and password
f. Set up Network Tab
g. Set up DHCP Tab
h. Set up Wireless Tab

Assessment Method:

Performance Criteria checklist

 PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST 1.3-3

CRITERIA YES NO

1. Did the student configure the Modem correctly?

2. Did the student configure the Wide Area Network?

 INFORMATION SHEET 1.3-4

Configure Wireless Settings

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you should be able to:

1. To identify what is Wireless Network?

2. To enumerate steps in Configuring Wireless Settings

A wireless network is a computer network that uses wireless data

connections between network nodes.

Wireless networking is a method by which homes, telecommunications

networks and business installations avoid the costly process of introducing
cables into a building, or as a connection between various equipment
locations. Wireless telecommunications networks are generally implemented
and administered using radio communication.

A wireless local area network (WLAN) links two or more devices over a
short distance using a wireless distribution method, usually providing a
connection through an access point for internet access. The use of spread-
spectrum or OFDM technologies may allow users to move around within a
local coverage area, and still remain connected to the network.

Products using the IEEE 802.11 WLAN standards are marketed under
the Wi-Fi brand name. Fixed wireless technology implements point-to-
point links between computers or networks at two distant locations, often
using dedicated microwave or modulated laser light beams over line of
sight paths. It is often used in cities to connect networks in two or more
buildings without installing a wired link.

Configure wireless settings

 After configuring the Router and Modem we will now proceed on
setting up the wireless network.

1. First, we need to check whether you have a wireless adapter.

a. Select the Start button, type Device Manager in the search
box, and then select Device Manager.
b. Expand Network adapters.
c. Look for a network adapter that might have wireless in the
name.

2. Setting up the modem and Internet connection

After you have all the equipment, you'll need to set up your modem and
Internet connection. If your modem wasn't set up for you by your Internet
service provider (ISP), follow the instructions that came with your modem to
connect it to your PC and the Internet. If you're using Digital Subscriber
Line (DSL), connect your modem to a phone jack. If you’re using cable,
connect your modem to a cable jack.

3. Positioning the wireless router

 Put your wireless router somewhere where it will receive the strongest
signal with the least amount of interference. For better results, follow
these tips:
a. Place your wireless router in a central location. Place the
router as close to the center of your home as possible to
increase the strength of the wireless signal throughout your
home.

b. Position the wireless router off the floor and away from
walls and metal objects, such as metal file cabinets. The fewer
physical obstructions between your PC and the router's signal,
the more likely that you'll be using the router's full signal
strength.

Securing your wireless network

Security is always important; with a wireless network, it's even more

important because your network's signal could be broadcast outside your
home. If you don't help secure your network, people with PCs nearby could
access info stored on your network PCs and use your Internet connection.

To help make your network more secure:

Change the default user name and password. This helps protect your
router. Most router manufacturers have a default user name and password
on the router and a default network name (also known as the SSID).
Someone could use this info to access your router without you knowing it.
To help avoid that, change the default user name and password for your
router. See the documentation for your device for instructions.

Set up a security key (password) for your network. Wireless networks

have a network security key to help protect them from unauthorized access.
We recommend using Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) security if your
router supports it. See the documentation for your router for more detailed
info, including what type of security is supported and how to set it up.

Some routers support Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). If your router supports
WPS and its connected to the network, follow these steps to set up a
network security key:

1. Select the Start button, look for Control Panel and click Network and
Internet. Then look for Network and Sharing Center.

2. Select Set up a new connection or network.

 3. Select Set up a new network, and then choose Next.

The wizard will walk you through creating a network name and a security
key. If your router supports it, the wizard will default to Wi-Fi Protected
Access (WPA or WPA2) security. We recommend that you use WPA2,
because it offers better security than WPA or Wired Equivalent Privacy
(WEP) security. With WPA2 or WPA you can also use a passphrase, so you
don’t have to remember a cryptic sequence of letters and numbers.

Write down your security key and keep it in a safe place. You can also
save your security key on a USB flash drive by following the instructions in
the wizard. (Saving your security key to a USB flash drive is available in
Windows 8 and Windows 7, but not in Windows 10.)

Connect a PC to your wireless network

1. Select the Network or icon in the notification area.

2. In the list of networks, choose the network that you want to connect
to, and then select Connect.

3. Type the security key (often called the password).

4. Follow additional instructions if there are any.

ASSESSMENT. 1.3-4

Rearrange the given steps on how to configure WAN. Put the correct
sequence of steps by using numbers 1-10 in the space provided, 1 is the
First Step and 10 is the Last Step.

_____1. Change the default user name and password

_____2. Set up a security key (password) for your network

_____3. Select Set up a new connection or network.

_____4. Securing your wireless network

_____5. Select the Start button, look for Control Panel and click Network and

Internet.

_____6. Look for Network and Sharing Center.

_____7. Positioning the wireless router

_____8. Select Set up a new network, and then choose Next.

_____9. Setting up the modem and Internet connection.

_____10. We Need To Check Whether You Have A Wireless Adapter

 INFORMATION SHEET 1.3-5

Setting Up Firewall with Advanced Security

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you should be able to:

1. To identify What is Firewall with Advanced Security

2. To enumerate steps in Configuring Firewall with Advanced Security

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security is a tool which gives

you detailed control over the rules that are applied by the Windows Firewall.
You can view all the rules that are used by the Windows Firewall, change
their properties, create new rules or disable existing ones. In this tutorial we
will share how to open the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security, how to
find your way around it and talk about the types of rules that are available
and what kind of traffic they filter.

A firewall is hardware or software that can help protect your PC

from unauthorized users or malicious software (malware). Running a
firewall on each PC on your network can help control the spread of
malicious software on your network, and help protect your PCs when you're
accessing the Internet. Windows Firewall is included with this version of
Windows.

Setting Up Firewall with Advanced Security

You have several alternatives to opening the Windows Firewall with

Advanced Security:

1. One is to open the standard Windows Firewall window, by going

to "Control Panel -> System and Security -> Windows Firewall".
Then, click or tap Advanced settings.
2. In Windows 7, another method is to search for the
word firewall in the Start Menu search box and click
the "Windows Firewall with Advanced Security" result.

3. In Windows 8.1, Windows Firewall with Advanced Security is

not returned in search results and you need to use the first
method shared above for opening it.
 4. The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security looks and works
the same both in Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. To continue our
tutorial, we will use screenshots that were made in Windows
8.1.

5. What Are The Inbound & Outbound Rules?

a. In order to provide the security you need, the Windows Firewall has a
standard set of inbound and outbound rules, which are enabled
depending on the location of the network you are connected to.
b. Inbound rules are applied to the traffic that is coming from the
network and the Internet to your computer or device. Outbound rules
apply to the traffic from your computer to the network or the Internet.
c. These rules can be configured so that they are specific to: computers,
users, programs, services, ports or protocols. You can also specify to
which type of network adapter (e.g. wireless, cable, virtual private
network) or user profile it is applied to.
d. In the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security, you can access all
rules and edit their properties. All you have to do is click or tap the
appropriate section in the left-side panel.
6. The rules used by the Windows Firewall can be enabled or disabled.
The ones which are enabled or active are marked with a green check-
box in the Name column. The ones that are disabled are marked with
a gray check-box.
7. If you want to know more about a specific rule and learn its
properties, right click on it and select Properties or select it and
press Properties in the column on right, which lists the actions that
are available for your selection.

8. In the Properties window, you will find complete information about the
selected rule, what it does and in when it is applied. You will also be
able to edit its properties and change any of the available parameters.
9. What Are The Connection Security Rules?
a. Connection security rules are used to secure traffic between two
computers while it crosses the network. One example would be a rule
which defines that connections between two specific computers must
be encrypted.
b. Unlike the inbound or outbound rules, which are applied only to one
computer, connection security rules require that both computers have
the same rules defined and enabled.
c. If you want to see if there are any such rules on your computer, click
or tap "Connection Security Rules"on the panel on the left. By default,
there are no such rules defined on Windows computers and devices.
They are generally used in business environments and such rules are
set by the network administrator.
 10. What Does the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security
Monitor?

The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security includes some monitoring

features as well. In the Monitoring section you can find the following
information: the firewall rules that are active (both inbound and outbound),
the connection security rules that are active and whether there are any
active security associations.

11. You should note that the Monitoring section shows only the
active rules for the current network location. If there are rules which
get enabled for other network locations, you will not see them in this
section.
 ASSESSMENT. 1.3-5

TRUE OR FALSE: Write the word TRUE in the space provider if the

statements are correct and FALSE if it is not.

________1. A firewall is hardware or software that can help protect your PC

from unauthorized users or malicious software (malware).

________2. Running a firewall on each PC on your network won't help control

the spread of malicious software on your network.

________3. In order to provide the security you need, the Windows Firewall
has a standard set of inbound and outbound rules.

________4. These rules can't be configured so that they are specific to:
computers, users, programs, services, ports or protocols.

________5. In the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security, you can access
all rules and edit their properties.

________6. Connection security rules are used to secure traffic between two
computers while it crosses the network.

________7. Monitoring section shows only the active rules for the current
network location.

________8. Unlike the inbound or outbound rules, which are applied only to
one computer, connection security rules require that both computers have
the same rules defined and enabled.

________9. Windows Firewall with Advanced Security is a tool which gives

you detailed control over the rules that are applied by the Windows Firewall.

________10. Inbound rules are applied to the traffic that is coming from the
network and the Internet to your computer or device.