Activity 9 - Embroidery Module - March 26, 2010

I have already done some work regarding an embroidery module.
This time we are using an update to the system. We still followed
sequences and did a test at the end. Me and my partners worked
on a balloon. For my embroidery project I took a grey cotton t-shirt
and added embroidery stitching to the shirt. I used orange thread
and put "TEXAS" "Longhonrs". TEXAS was done in all caps and
the "Longhorn" was in script lettering. I have posted some pictures
of the final work. I really enjoyed making the shirt and I'm going to
give it to my Grandpa as a surprise.

Activity 9 - Journals - March 2010

March 4, 2010

We worked on getting started with the module procedure.
This module is working with the embroidery machine.
We are working on our blogs too.
We worked with the media, hands on and then took a test.

March 8, 2010

Worked on module again today.
Follow sequence which is media, workbook and then test.
I worked with my partners using the computer.
We used paint to add color to a balloon image for the embroidery machine.
When we were finished the teacher would sign off our work.
We finished the day with journaling in our blog.

March 10, 2010

Worked on module some more today.
Followed sequence like before.
There are some problems with the new system,
but we will get a good grade for our effort.

March 12, 2010

Worked on module again.
Today, I was going to try and do a brown ballcap.
I was going to put "TEXAS" with orange stitching
on the side, but we were not able to do it.
We need for the item to be flat, so I'm going to
try something else. We can add vocabulary &
crosswords to our blogs for xtra points.

March 25, 2010

Today, I brought in a grey cotton t-shirt to
put some stitching on. I put the shirt on the hoop.
Once the program was set with directions I pushed
the start button. I used orange thread and spelled
out "TEXAS" in upper case and then below that I
put "Longhorns" in script letters. It turned out
really nice. I'm going to give the shirt to my
Grandpa as a surprise.

Embroidery Summary

This module we learned some new things and that sometimes things

don't quite work out. We learned how to setup a machine; and

work with image files. The great thing about this module is that

you can make really nice things to give or to sell as a business.

Here are two photos that I have scanned in to show you the work

that I did with the embroidery module. I used a grey t-shirt, orange

thread and two types of lettering.
I used upper case on TEXAS and script for Longhorns.

This is going to be a surprise for my Grandpa.

Vocabulary Quiz Crosswork Puzzle

I have done this puzzle before,

but it never hurts to do things again.

I actually learn better the more

times I do something.

Activity 8 - Configuring A Simple Network With Packet Tracer - 2.26.2010

This activity included using the Cisco Academy Packet Tracer.
In working in groups of two, we used the Packet Tracer
simulator to configure two or three computers at a time.
These computers were connected by a network switch.
Each configuration contained our name with each device named,
network numbers labeled, network masks indicated, and default
gateways shown. After completing the configuration we were given
the access information to connect to the Packet Tracer class network.
This allowed us connection to the web server. I enjoyed taking notes
and working with my partners.

Activity 8 - Configuring Two Computers - 2.22.2010

This is my notes showing a configuration
of two computers connected by a network
switch using the Packet Tracer.

Activity 8 - Configuring Three Computers - 2.24.2010

This is my notes showing a configuration
of three computers connected by a network
switch using Packet Tracer.

Activity 7 - How Network Addressing Works 2.19.2010

We learned to graph using the binary to set IP addresses. We learned about how to ping the addresses. We were shown that the wave files are for sound. We then learned how to decode
the different pieces of code for wavefiles and telling the difference between digital and analog.
This is cool , but at the same time is a lot of things to get to know. I like the patterns that we
learned about.

Activity 7 - A Graph Showing IP Address.

This is a scanned copy of a graph showing the
network portion when using the logical binary and ping
process.

Activity 6 - Comparing Computer Numbering Systems

In this activity we looked at the different computer numbering systems.
We learn the RBG values. You can see these in my posted notes.
We learned how to count hex code 0 to F.
We learned how compters do and see text.
We did some coded ASCII messages.
I like finding the patterns and codes.
I enjoyed counting the binary from 0 to F with my partners.

Deciphering Two Messages

This is a copy of Introduction to Networking - Coded ASCII Messages.
This shows both the original and translated versions.

Counting from 0 to F in Binary

Below is a copy of counting 0 to F with full byte notation.

Activity 5 - What Does Digital Data Look Like? 2.10.2010

Friday - 2.5.2010

How does the following statement make sense?
There are 10 types of people.

• Those that understand binary.


• Those that do not.

Since their are two types of people. One group could be 1 and 0.
the number 10 = 2 in binary. 10 = the decimal number two.





Tuesday 2.9.2010

Bin/Dec Dec/Bin Why?

I learned how to do conversion from
binary to decimal to binary.
I used a binary calculator to do this.
I liked doing the binary calculation exercises.
I really enjoy doing things that have patterns.

Binary - Decimal Conversion
Decimal - Binary Conversion
Binary Calculator

Activity 5 - Count 0 to 15 in Binary

This is a binary to decimal equivalent.
1 = 1
10 = 2
11 = 3
100 = 4
101 = 5
110 = 6
111 = 7
1000 = 8
1001 = 9
1010 = 10
1011 = 11
1100 = 12
1101 = 13
1110 = 14
1111 = 15

Binary to Decimal Conversion Worksheet #1 and #2

This is a scan copy of worksheet #1 and #2 w/instructor's verifications.

Binary Calculation Exercise

This is a screen shot of (1) Binary calculation exercise.

Showing my final result which was on the second try.

Activity 4 - Observing a TCP - IP Configuration On A Computer 2.1.2010

In this at activity we observed and discussed the OSI Layers 1, 2, and 3 (TCP/IP 1 & 2) and how they must be configured before connectivity can occur. We worked with local area connections, network IP address(s), default G/W, subnet mask, and DNS server address(s). I even did a sketch indicating these connections. When I did

the sketch it really helped me to understand this activity more.

TCP - IP Activity Connection Definitions

Physical Connection - the first and lowest layer in the seven-layer OSI Model of computer networking. The Physical Layer consists of the basic hardware transmission technologies of a network. It is a fundamental layer underlying the logical data structures of the higher level functions in a network.

Physical Address - real address, or binary address, is the memory address that is electronically (in the form of binary number) presented on the computer address bus circuitry in order to enable the data bus to access a particular storage cell of main memory.

Network (IP) Address - An Internet Protocol (IP) address is a numerical label that is assigned to devices participating in a computer network that uses the Internet Protocol for communication between its nodes. An IP address serves two principal functions: host or network interface identification and location addressing.

Default Gateway - A Default Gateway is the node on the computer network that is chosen when the IP Address does not match any other routes in the Routing Table.

DNS Server - the translation (resolution) of humanly memorable domain names and hostnames into the corresponding numeric Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, the second principle Internet name space, used to identify and locate computer systems and resources on the Internet.

Information From The Command Line

This is the screen shot from the

ipconfig/all at the command line.

IP Configuration

IP Address 192.168.1.63
Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0
Default Gateway 192.168.1.265
DNS Server Address 192.168.1.265

This is 2 screen shots of a network onnection. The first is showing the full details and the second one is just the general tab only. (This computer is Windows Vista)

Activity 3 - What is a computer? 1.28.2010

We learned a computer is a machine that can store and execute a list of instructions.
The computer's hardware consist of objects that help the computer carry out these instructions.
The hardware can help the computer by input or output.
Computers use operating systems to help them navigate the instructions.
We learned that a computer uses different network applications to help with communication.
This activity is much easier for me to use and understand.

Computer Devices

The following items are "input" devices used by a computer.

keyboards

pointing devices (mouse)

game controller

The following items are "output" devices used by a computer.

speakers

monitors

printers

Different Operating Systems

The following screen shots are of three operating systems.
Windows is first.
Mac OS X is second.

Linux is third.

Different Network Applications

The following is 3 screen shots of different network applications.
Internet is first.
WAN is second.
LAN is third.

Activity 2 - Defining the Network ''Highways'' 1.25.2010

We discussed the differences between the World Wide Web and the Internet through a story using a car and the road it travels. We learned that like the car and road it travels the WWW
and the Internet are totally separate functions, fulfilling different purposes. We worked on the OSI model and the TCP/IP protocol. We are working on how these two are alike, but also how they are different. This is hard for me to grasp.

Defining the Layers of OSI Model

The Application Layer

• The OSI layer that is closest to the user;
• It provides network services to the user's applications
• It differs from the other layers in that it does not provide services to any other OSI layer.
• Examples of such application processes are spreadsheet programs, word processing programs, and banking terminal programs.
• If you want to remember Layer 7 in as few words as possible, think of browsers.

The Transport Layer

• The transport layer segments and reassembles data into a data stream.
• Issuses such as how reliable transport over an internetwork is accomplished are the concern of the transport layer.
• It provides mechanisms for the establishment, maintenance, and termination of virtual circuits, transport fault detection and recovery, and information flow control.
• If you want to remember Layer 4 in as few words as possible, think of quality of service, and reliability.

The Networking Layer

• The network layer is a complex Layer that provides connectivity and path selection between two end systems that may be located on geographically diverse networks.
• The network Layer is concerned with logical addressing (IP).
• If you want to remember Layer 3 in as few words as possible, think of path selection, swithshing, addressing, and routing.
• A router is a Layer 3 device.

The Data Link Layer

• The data link layer provides reliable transit of data across a physical link.
• The data link layer is concerned with physical addressing (MAC), network topology, media access, error notification, ordered delivery of frames, and flow control.
• If you want to remember Layer 2 in as few words as possible, think of naming, framing, and of media access control.

The Physical Layer

• The physical layer defines the electrical, mechanical, procedural, and functional specifications for activating, maintaining, and deactivating the physical link between end systems (data transmission across the network media).
• Charateristics such as voltage levels, timing of voltage changes, physical data rates, maximum transmission distances, physical connectors, and other similar attributes are defined by physical layer specifications (various types of networking media.
• If you want to remember layer 1 in as few words as possible, think of signals and media.

Comparing the OSI and TCP-IP Models

This is 2 screen shots comparing the OSI and TCP - IP Models.

The first screen shot defines the similarities and differences between the two models.

The second screen shot is a graphic image of the two models.