The purpose of this assignment is to develop practical skills in using WHOIS for domain information gathering, an essential aspect of cybersecurity investigations. Students will identify and analyze domain registration details, assess the security implications, and understand the legal and ethical boundaries in handling such information. Guidelines: 1. Assignment Tasks: Choose a publicly accessible domain for investigation. Avoid domains related to sensitive or controversial entities. Use the WHOlS protocol to retrieve information about the selected domain, including registrar details, domain status, creation and expiration dates, and contact information. 2. Report Format: Use a standard font (e.g., Arial or Times New Roman) in size 12 with 1-inch margins. Structure your report with the following sections: Introduction, Methodology, Findings, Analysis, and Conclusion. 3. Content Requirements: Introduction: Provide a brief overview of the WHOlS protocol and its importance in cybersecurity. Methodology: Explain the process and tools used to conduct the WHOlS lookup. Findings: Present the gathered domain information. Redact sensitive personal information where necessary. Analysis: Discuss the security implications of the obtained information and potential vulnerabilities. Conclusion: Reflect on the ethical considerations and legal compliance in conducting WHOIS lookups. 4. Ethical and Legal Considerations