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Assignment

Capstone Scenario

A former dot com company, Verbania, Inc., shut down in 2001 because of the Internet bubble burst. It is attempting to reinvent and launch itself once again. It is looking for a complete information technology (IT) solution that includes hardware, software, networking, and security, among other requirements. Verbania's core product will be a social networking Web site and mobile application that rivals the big names that currently represent social media. It is attempting to find the best features and consolidate them into its product. The company is looking to establish its headquarters in the Silicon Valley region in California. The executives at Verbania are looking for your company to propose a solution that will endure future Internet trends.

Consider the overall team project solution (hardware and software) relative to security. Be sure to articulate reasons for specific choices. Include in your document an explanation about the relationship between the IT security policy and the chosen security mechanisms for your overall solution. Provide best security practices and guidelines to implement and follow, as well as the creation of formal security policies and a security plan. Include the following policies in your IT security policy:

• Disaster recovery
• Password creation and protection
• Remote access
• Routers and switches security
• Wireless communication
• Server security
• Acceptable encryption
• E-mail

Document the team's security plan, security policy and security solution. Create and submit a 3-5-page Word document defining your recommendations concerning security. APA format.