ICT112: Networking and Routing Basics Research Assignment (Max Marks 20) Due 5pm, Fri 27th May, 2016 Research Assignment Deliverables: • Introduction (20%) • Clarity, relevance and conciseness of topic (25%) • Logical structure and organization of ideas (25%) • Conclusion (20%) • Referencing (10%) Research Assignment Produce a formal 2000 word report, in the format described in the supplied "Reports format and style" document, examining the various "Security issues in IPv6". You are to research some of the recent potential vulnerabilities in a networking environment and the ways in which the network can be bolstered against such faults. Have a look at the Report Assessment Criteria document on StudentWeb for more information on assessment. Students Note that 1. You need to upload a soft copy of the report, the addressing scheme and the device configurations to StudentWeb. 2. Failure to submit an item of assessment by the due date without an application for extension of time from the relevant teacher will incur a penalty. Assignments will be accepted up to five working days after due dates; however, the following grading penalties will be imposed. Day of Submission Deduction from Grade One day late Two days late Three days late Four days late Five days late 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% 3. There will be a penalty for exceeding over 10% of the word limit for the report (10% from your assessed result). 4. Students should be aware that plagiarism will not be tolerated and all assignment work handed in will be tested for originality. Any quotations from published works must be properly referenced according to the IEEE format. See the Plagiarism, Collusion and Cheating Policy/Procedure under Conduct Management at http://www.boxhill.edu.au/about-us/policies-and-procedures/. Useful Websites [1]. Box Hill Institute, "Explanation and examples for IEEE referencing style", Nov. 4, 2015. [Online]. Available: http://libguides.bhtafe.edu.au/IEEEreferencing. [Accessed: Jan. 27, 2016]. [2]. Murdoch University, "A guide to IEEE referencing style for Murdoch University students and staff", Jan. 22, 2016. [Online]. Available: http://libguides.murdoch.edu.au/IEEE. [Accessed: Jan. 27, 2016].