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Unit 2 Networking - BTEC HND in Computing

ASSIGNMENT

Objective

This coursework is designed in the form of set questions and design scenario. The tasks are divided into four sections, with section compromising several questions. The coursework should be submitted as one document in a report format.

Assignment Scenario:

ULKOM Pharmaceutical a subsidiary company of ULKOM Software and the company is building a new pharmaceutical centre in Cambridge Science Park, Milton Road due high demand for COVID19 treatment and testing equipment for NHS and leading Pharmacies in the UK. The centre includes modern equipped COVID 19 vaccination and testing labs.

The new centre LAN will incorporate 5 units: Head Office (15 computer), Packing and Assembling (10 computers), Sales (10 computers), Marketing (12 computers), COVID 19 vaccination and testing labs (20 computers).

You have graduated from BTEC L4 College in London, and recently hired by a ULKOM Software company in London. The project manager has asked you to help to plan and design the network infrastructure to meet the specific business requirements of new centre using Packet Tracer and/or any software tool of your choice. The network infrastructure should include switches, routers, wireless routers, cables, servers, printers and other network devices.

Below highlights information obtained during your discussion of the design with project manager
• The company will be using a private IP address 192.168.60.0/24
• The network users will require access for laptops and handheld mobile devices such as phones and PDAs as well as a reliable connection to all sites
• Employees would require file sharing facilities.
• There must be printing facilities at all sites.
• All staff must be able to log on to any of the networked computers.
• All staff must have access to the wireless router
• It must be possible to connect mobile devices to the network when giving presentations and during team meetings, which are held in the conference room.

LO1
A computer network is a collection of computing hardware and software devices linked together to facilitate communication and resource sharing among a wide range of users. Discuss the functional benefits and constraints of different network types and standards. There are several different types of network topologies, each with advantages and disadvantages. Explain the impact of network topology, communication and bandwidth requirements. To operate efficiently, the infrastructure of a network consists of devices that conform to well-known standards and protocols. Compare common networking principles and how protocols enable the effectiveness of networked systems. Considering a given scenario, identify the topology protocol selected for the efficient utilisation of a networking system.

LO2
Considering the uses of switches, routers and other networking devices in the above scenario: List and discuss the operating principles of networking devices and server types used. At the same time, discuss the interdependence of terminal hardware in conjunction with relevant software in relation to application availability, Cost of ownership and other critical factors that can impact the network performance. Also, explore a range of server types and justify the selection of a server, considering the given scenario regarding cost and performance optimisation.

LO3
For a small business organisation, growth and success is considered as a major elements. There are several things that can enable in achieving efficient computer network. This has many benefits such as reducing unnecessary costs, raising your business outcome and increasing business efficiency. Using Packet Tracer or any other software design the network system based on the scenario given above utilizing all the hardware and software selection of LO2. Also Test and evaluate the design to meet the requirements and analyse user feedback. Install and configure network services and applications of your choice. Design a maintenance schedule to support the networked system.

LO4
Documentation is important in troubleshooting networks in an effective and efficient manner. Troubleshooting will save the organisation time and money on the other hand. Therefore, before a technician can troubleshoot a network, proper documentation should exist, which will assist in finding the problem expeditiously. Implement a networked system based on a prepared design. Document and analyse test results against expected results. Recommend potential enhancements for the designed network systems. And finally, use critical reflection to evaluate own work and justify valid conclusions.

Attachment:- Networking.rar