D$.$ Identify the layer for all components in the topology diagram referencing the layers of the OSI model and TCP$/$IP protocol stack.

E$.$ Explain the rationale for adding, deleting, or repurposing network components in the newly merged network topology diagram, including details of how each component addresses budgetary constraints.

F$.$ Explain two secure network design principles that are used in the proposed network topology diagram.

G$.$ Explain how the proposed merged network topology diagram addresses two regulatory compliance requirements that are relevant to the newly merged company, including the following in your explanation:

the name of the regulatory compliance requirement

why the regulatory requirement is relevant to the newly merged company

how the proposed merged network topology diagram meets the regulatory requirement

H$.$ Describe two emerging threats that are appliable to the merged organization, including the following in the description:

potential network security risks of implementing the topology

potential performance impacts on the merged network after implementation of the proposed design

how to manage the identified potential security risks

I. Summarize your recommendations for implementation of this proposed merged network based on the scenario and budgetary requirements, including the following in the summary:

a cost$-$benefit analysis for on$-$premises and cloud infrastructure solutions

a justification for your recommendations to implement the proposed secure merged network design

J$.$ Acknowledge sources, using in$-$text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.

K$.$ Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.

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