Lab 4.5.1 Reflection

In this lab, I learned how the netstat command works. I learned that there are several options tot he netstat command that carry out different functions. I also learned that telnet can be used to establish a connection to Eagle Server but not to UDP because Telnet is a TCP protocol and UDP cannot build a TCP session. Also, this lab was pretty straightforward, once I read the directions and understood what the question was asking. I was surprised to see that I really didn't have to use the Terminal because the data was given in the screenshots that Cisco provided. After looking at the screenshots, the lab was easy from there.

Packet Tracer Lab 5.6.1 Reflection

In this lab, we were expected to add on to the basic topology we had bee using for the first three labs. At first glance, this lab seemed very complicated and I knew for sure that I would mess up at one point and have to start over. That is why I approached this lab in a different way. In the first three labs, I jumped straight to the directions and got to work. I figured this lab would take a lot of work and so I read all the descriptions word for word and saw that this lab might not be that difficult at all. I actually did the lab twice, the first time I just wanted to see if I could do the lab and the PDU still failed and then I read over task 1 again and saw that it was supposed to fail. I supposed that the reason the PDU failed because the Eagle Server still had no functioning ports. I think Task 2 was the most difficult one of all and it required me to read the directions multiple times however I still could not get it working. I couldn't figure out why exactly though but that's probably because I still have to get used to all the features of this program and the way everything works.

CW Self-Discipline

Self discipline is applying yourself to something that you set your mind to. It could be the easiest thing in the world or the most difficult thing but it requires you to set your mind to getting it done. In our case, Cisco requires a lot of work. It's definitely one of the more difficult aspects of computers and our constantly transforming world. As Cisco says, we are a human network and as the world changes, so do our roles in the network. In order to keep up with these changes, we need to apply ourselves. It's a lot of work but the benefits are worth it. Self-discipline in this field means having the strength and will to keep going even when you're at the worst position you could be in. However, that's more general, when it comes to Cisco at ITHS, self-discipline takes on a different meaning. In school, being self-disciplined means giving your best at everything in class, whether the assignment counts or not. It means doing all your homework and actually making an attempt at completing the labs, which honestly speaking, requires determination to do. The labs are difficult and we have to do them by ourselves, but this only helps us become better people. It teaches us to be on our own and work for ourselves and that is what makes a disciplined person. When it comes to comparing Thomas Suarez to us, honestly, we are nowhere close. It takes a lot of will and determination to be creating apps at the age of 12, which is something even adults in their late 30s and 40s struggle with. It requires self-discipline, it requires you to put your work first and have your priorities straight. However, Cisco and programming both take great amounts of self-discipline because going off track can only lead to you losing your way.

Packet Tracer Lab 4.6.1 Reflection

This lab was somewhat confusing. I wasn't sure if I should get rid of the Eagle Server and add a new one or if I should just change the configuration of Eagle Server. In the end, I decided to add a new one. One part of the lab that I like was that I got to learn the difference different cables can have on a connection. The lab was easy because the directions were straightforward.

Packet Tracer Lab 3.5.1 Reflection

I think this lab was the easiest lab so far. This is because now I feel more comfortable with using this program. Also, the directions were clear and simple and after using the Packet Tracer program for the first two labs, easy to follow. I think the part that confused me was the fact that the packet failed to go through to the Eagle Server every time I tried sending it. Then, I realized that I had to configure the IP address where ever I could and finally got it to work. The most helpful thing in this lab was the routing table that gave the gateway address, IP address and Subnet Mask. All in all, this was a very simple lab and I am happy with the results.