Scripting Tool

Question 1

One of the most time-consuming activities for system administrators is installing and updating software throughout a network. Software is updated on a regular basis, and new software is implemented in businesses regularly. Software deployment is a great place to implement scripts, and as a member of your IT group, you have been asked to help find some scripts or scripting tools that will help your company with future software deployment tasks.

• Use the Library and Internet to find information about scripts or scripting tools to assist in network or Internet deployment and installation of software applications.
• Select at least 2 scripts or scripting tools for your discussion:
  • Describe script or scripting tool.
  • Discuss the main functionality or features of the script or scripting tool.
  • Identify a scenario where each script or scripting tool would be appropriate to use, and justify your response.
  • Grammar, spelling, punctuation, and format should be correct and professional.
• Respond to at least two other classmates’ postings during the week.

Question 2

Question A

Describe the components of an ICS and a SCADA system. Provide examples of how each are configured and used in the industry.

Question B

Research a unique news story or article related to Information Technology. If you go this route, please tie it back to networking specific topics. Post a summary of what you learned to the discussion thread, please also provide a link to the original article. Source is your choice; however please fully cite your source.