1. . Do a search for topics such as subnetting, subnetting made easy, subnetting tutorial, or subnetting for dummies.

2. Explore at least three different methods of calculating subnets. Take the time to understand each method, and why it works. List the Web links for each method you evaluated, and make a few general notes about how each method is performed and what you learned from it.

3. Select one of the methods that makes the most sense to you, and list the steps in detail. Imagine that youre tutoring another student in how to calculate subnets, and be sure to include enough detail that the steps would make sense to someone who doesnt already know how to calculate subnets.

4. If the method relies on any mnemonics, lists, diagrams, or formulas, draw those on an index card. Set the card somewhere that you will notice it on a daily basis, and each day for at least a week take a little time to review this mental starting point for subnet calculations. Redraw this information at least three times during the week.

5. Use two different subnetting calculation method. Did you come up with the same numbers? What differences do you notice in the methods