The purpose of this assignment is to familiarize students with a few networking concepts that are frequently utilized by IT professionals.

1. Download/install the Fing application on your mobile device, smartphone, or tablet. If you do not have any of these devices, use Google to identify and install a similar application on your computer. Perform a scan of your home and/or business network. Take note of the results. Perform the test several times throughout the day, and note any differences. Use the application to determine additional information on the results.

2. Download and install the Nmap application on your PC. Use Nmap to scan your home and/or business network. Take note of the results. Perform the test several times throughout the day, and note any differences. Use the application to determine additional information on the results.

Research and write a paper (250500 words) on the reasons why these applications (Fing application and Nmap Application) might be valuable in troubleshooting and securing networks. Provide details on your results from Steps 1 and 2 and how those results can specifically be used to troubleshoot and secure your network in the future.

Be sure to cite your research, as well as the tools you used to perform actions related to the research.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines in Student Success Center.

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