Module 1: Internet Tools Optional Tasks - IP address

The IP address of Curtin (curtin.edu.au) is:

134.7.179.53

The IP address of CentralOps (hexillion.com) is:

70.84.211.98

I decided not to download anything from the extra tools site, as my computer tends to freak out (probably the Vista incompatibility) and I've lost loads of time as it is, so might come back to this later.

The site did not specify which Windows operating system was being used, so I figured it was safer NOT to download anything. I've been caught out way too many times in my short, uneducated life on the internet while using Windows Vista.

Therefore, the extra two components will have to wait - I'm on a roll here and don't want to stop (and have to rebuild my computer) just yet!!!

On another note, the curriculum for this task referred to Concept 25, identity and location. It referred to how Internet identification can help prevent unwanted messages from other users of, for example, ICQ. Still unsure of this, but sort of understand it.

Module 1; Internet Tools Task Reflections

Again, I am indebted to the discussion board for helpful tips.

I managed to follow all the steps and the whole process was relatively effortless.

The hardest part was trying to obtain clear images of the screen in order to verify the routes taken.

In fact, I hope that I have correctly understood the data.

The CentralOps site also gave a graph of the route taken, although as yet it has not been necessary to analyze it.

Unsure how I could use this in my everyday dealings, but I noticed (while perusing the Module Tasks still to be attempted), that I might need this skill in future.

It is, however, quite fascinating to see the path that a simple request takes to get from one computer to another.

What is even more fascinating, is that it takes a fraction of a second (does 'ms' stand for 'millisecond'?) to travel across all those other stations!!!

The world is VERY amazing.

Module 1: Internet Tools Task Part 2

Okay this is slightly wierd. I have pasted three screen images of the entire path taken between CentralOps and Curtin.edu.au...except that the first image I uploaded has appeared here on my left, while images 2 and 3 are currently above this text...lets see what happens when I Publish the post!!!

There appear to be 20 hops from CentralOps to Curtin, although there were 21 steps listed. Steps 18, 19, and 20 are listed as asterisks, but these didn't affect the traceroute at all. It was still able to be completed.

The 21st step appears to be the speed of transfer - the average time of which is 254ms.

Module 1; Internet Tools Task

These two images trace the path taken from CentralOps.com to my computer.

This was my (self-directed) trial run.

Module 1: FTP File Transfer Protocol Task - Read Me File

At left is the second image: the Read Me File.

The correct answer to the question is:

CAPITALIZATION MATTERS.

Now that I have been able to get the desired outcome, I'm pretty happy.

Just to let you all know however, it did take me quite a while to find the file. I almost ended up downloading someone called 'Rob's photos (in fact the bottom of the screen tells me that I did download them, but I haven't checked to see if that's actually true!).

I just kept clicking away on all the yellow folders until 'Read Me' popped up. I think I actually missed it the first time because I forgot to scroll down (pesky things!). I actually found the Read Me file on my third trip through the folders.

My reflections on this task are mixed.

If I hadn't read previous posts, I am unsure that I would have understood how to log in to Filezilla. Basically, I feel I would have tried to fill all 4 boxes at the top of the screen - with personal passwords, despite the course notes tellin us otherwise. Thanks Rhys for putting up your helpful hints!

On a happier note, I successfully travelled through this task and it only took me an hour :) Joy!

The NET11 curriculum says that FTP was used for large file transfers, like people who were setting up or refurbishing their Websites.
The concept of asynchronicity was also mentioned in the curriculum - the fact that although you are sending your information now, the person receiving the information may not receive it immediately.
Having had no previous experience with this, I found it very strange but can see the usefulness. I also read somewhere (should have been paying more attention!) that people still use FTP for illegally (I think) transferring movies.
Maybe that's how people are able to get copies of movies to play at home, that are still in the cinemas here?

Module 1: FTP File Transfer Protocol Task

Again, a HUGE THANK YOU to all the previous questions and answers on the Message Board!

I was able to successfully download Filezilla to my Wivdows Vista Computer (although I had an initial problem - it didn't download until I clicked 'Manual')...how harmful could it be though? My computer kept reminding me that it was from an unknown publisher and could/would therefore be harmful. It hasn't shut down yet...

Above is the first screen shot of Filezilla.