Discussion 1: General

• When would you envision using virtualization in a networked environment?
• What particular organizational problems might be addressed when using virtualization?
• Identify benefits of cloud computing and share with the class challenges you envision in managing this type of environment.

Discussion 2: Remote Management

Discuss the implications associated with security and remote management. Consider the following:

• When would you advise using a tool to remotely manage a system and what problems could be addressed?
• When would this remote management tool be inappropriate and why?
• What policy would you recommend with respect to remote management?

Discussion 3: Monitoring

• Would you recommend a packet sniffer for your organization? Why or why not?
• What are the ethical and legal responsibilities of an organization that utilizes this type of technology?
• What type of policy would you implement for your organization with respect to using packet sniffers, logging events, and the frequency of viewing?

Discussion 4: Optimization

Complete the following:

• Comment on when you would envision using fault tolerance in your network designs and why.
• What specific business requirements or situations would be addressed when designing with fault tolerance in mind?