Project Title: Network Design for a Small Business

Introduction:

The purpose of this project is to design a network for a small business that consists of five departments with 20 employees each. The network must be able to provide reliable and secure connectivity for all employees and must support the company's current and future needs. The network must also be scalable and cost-effective.

Network Diagram Example/Sample:

Network Diagram Points [20] Build redundancy into your Network Architecture [10]

Network Design:

Network Topology: [10]

The recommended network topology for the small business is a star topology. This topology provides a centralized control mechanism that allows for easy management and troubleshooting. It also allows for easy expansion and addition of new devices.

Network Infrastructure: [30]

The network infrastructure consists of the following components:

Points[10] Switches: The network consists of five switches, one for each department. Each switch connects to the router and provides connectivity to the devices in the respective department.

Points[10] Router: The router connects the network to the internet and provides network security by implementing firewall and VPN services.

Points[10] Wireless Access Points (WAPs): The network has two WAPs strategically placed to provide wireless connectivity to all devices in the office.

Network Security: [30]

The network security features include the following:

Points[10] Firewall: The router will be configured with a firewall to prevent unauthorized access to the network.

Points[10] VPN: The router will be configured with a VPN to provide secure remote access to the network.

Points[10] Antivirus Software: Each device on the network will be installed with an antivirus software to prevent malware infections.

Network Diagram