LESSON PLAN 33: Resource Sharing and Complete Systems

LESSON PLAN 33: Resource Sharing and Complete Systems

Lesson Details

Strand: 2.0 Computer Networking
Sub Strand: 2.2 Data Transmission Media
Duration: 40 minutes (Single lesson)
Lesson: 4 of 4
Class Level: Grade 10

Key Inquiry Questions (Lesson Starter)

1. How do transmission media enable resource sharing and collaboration in networks? 
2. What makes a complete, functional data transmission system?

Specific Learning Outcomes

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

a) share resources through connected computer devices through transmission media,

b) appreciate the role of transmission media in computer networking,

c) demonstrate understanding of complete data transmission systems,

d) apply knowledge of transmission media practically.

Selected Learning Experiences

Introduction (5 minutes)

• Review homework: Check connection documentation and impairment charts
• Pose the key inquiry questions
• Ask: “What’s the point of connecting computers if they can’t share anything?”
• Brief discussion on what resources can be shared (files, printers, internet, applications)
• Show timeline: Standalone computers → networked computers → cloud computing
• Introduce focus: practical resource sharing

Development Activities (30 minutes)

Activity 1: Resource Sharing Through Transmission Media (12 minutes)

• Share resources through connected computer devices through transmission media

Types of Resources to Share:

1. File Sharing:

Setup Process:

• On Windows:
  1. Right-click folder to share
  2. Properties → Sharing tab
  3. Click “Share”
  4. Choose users or “Everyone”
  5. Set permissions (Read or Read/Write)
  6. Share
  7. Note network path (\ComputerName\SharedFolder)
• On Linux:
  1. Install Samba (if not installed)
  2. Configure smb.conf
  3. Set share permissions
  4. Restart Samba service

Accessing Shared Files:

• Open File Explorer/Network
• Browse network computers
• Or type network path: \ComputerName\SharedFolder
• Enter credentials if required
• Access files

2. Printer Sharing:

Setup:

1. Connect printer to one computer (print server)
2. Install printer drivers
3. Share printer:
   • Printer Properties → Sharing tab
   • Enable sharing
   • Set share name
4. Other computers add network printer:
   • Add Printer → Network Printer
   • Browse or enter path
   • Install drivers if prompted