Assignment Task and Description
Question 1 – Network Automation Tools (15 Marks)
Research and describe at least 5 network automation tools or programming languages used in the industry. For each tool, explain:
- 1. Why it is used
- 2. Where it is used (industry context)
- 3. When an organisation would choose it
- 4. One practical example of its use
Question 2 – Recommended Automation Tools for a University (15 Marks)
Assume that an academic institution such as MIT (Melbourne Institute of Technology) wants to move its IT infrastructure and network to the cloud.
Suggested Structure
- 1. Which tools you recommend
- 2. Why these tools are suitable
- 3. How they help manage a university network
- 4. One example of how they would be used
Question 3 – Role of Network Automation in Cloud (15 Marks)
Choose one cloud provider, then explain how a network can be automatically provisioned using automation tools.
Your answer should include:
- Step 1 – Select a Cloud Platform
- Step 2 – Choose an Automation Tool
- Step 3 – Describe the Automation Process
- Step 4 – Provide Example Commands or Scripts
- Step 5 – Explain Why Automation is Important
Show sample automation commands or configuration scripts used to create the network.