Unit 6 Research Paper
NT1110 Computer Structure and Logic
STUDENT COPY: Graded Assignments
Unit 6 Research Paper 1: Network Attached Storage
Learning Objectives and Outcomes
This assignment addresses the learning objective “Identify various computer memories and storage devices based on their purposes and functions.” The expected learning outcomes that will result from completing the assignment are:
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You will be able to explain what a NAS device is, its communication speed, capacity, and its fault tolerance and management capabilities.
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You will speculate on the uses for a NAS device.
Assignment Requirements
1. Search the Internet for information on “network attached storage” and answer the following questions: What is a NAS device?
What is the speed of the network adapter available on a NAS device?
What is the capacity range?
Is there any fault tolerance (such as RAID) built into a NAS device?
Are management features available?
2. Speculate on why a user would want to use a NAS. For example, what would be the advantage of all family photos and videos being stored on a NAS in a family where the parents and children all had their own computers?
Required Resources
In addition to having read Chapter 6 to become familiar with the various computer memories and storage devices based on their purposes and functions, you will need to search the Internet for information on network attached storage devices.
Submission Specifications
Submit the results of your work meeting the following specifications:
File Format:
Microsoft Word (.doc /.docx)
Length:
1-2 pages
Font:
Arial 10-point
Line Spacing:
Double
Self-Assessment Checklist
The following checklist will help you prepare for the graded activity and/or assess the deliverable(s) as you prepare to submit them.
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All Rights Reserved.
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Change Date: 06/08/2011
NT1110 Computer Structure and Logic
STUDENT COPY: Graded Assignments
I have read Chapter 6 of the textbook.
I have located information
STUDENT COPY: Graded Assignments
Unit 6 Research Paper 1: Network Attached Storage
Learning Objectives and Outcomes
This assignment addresses the learning objective “Identify various computer memories and storage devices based on their purposes and functions.” The expected learning outcomes that will result from completing the assignment are:
•
You will be able to explain what a NAS device is, its communication speed, capacity, and its fault tolerance and management capabilities.
•
You will speculate on the uses for a NAS device.
Assignment Requirements
1. Search the Internet for information on “network attached storage” and answer the following questions: What is a NAS device?
What is the speed of the network adapter available on a NAS device?
What is the capacity range?
Is there any fault tolerance (such as RAID) built into a NAS device?
Are management features available?
2. Speculate on why a user would want to use a NAS. For example, what would be the advantage of all family photos and videos being stored on a NAS in a family where the parents and children all had their own computers?
Required Resources
In addition to having read Chapter 6 to become familiar with the various computer memories and storage devices based on their purposes and functions, you will need to search the Internet for information on network attached storage devices.
Submission Specifications
Submit the results of your work meeting the following specifications:
File Format:
Microsoft Word (.doc /.docx)
Length:
1-2 pages
Font:
Arial 10-point
Line Spacing:
Double
Self-Assessment Checklist
The following checklist will help you prepare for the graded activity and/or assess the deliverable(s) as you prepare to submit them.
© ITT Educational Services, Inc.
All Rights Reserved.
-107-
Change Date: 06/08/2011
NT1110 Computer Structure and Logic
STUDENT COPY: Graded Assignments
I have read Chapter 6 of the textbook.
I have located information