... Travis Lee Thompson ITCO103-1201A-05 American International University Table Of Contents Network Architecture/Model ........................................................................................ Page 3 Star Network Topology (before the donation) .............................................................. Page 5 Star Network Topology (after the donation) ................................................................. Page 6 Advantages of the Star Network Design ....................................................................... Page 7 Disadvantages of the Star Network Design ................................................................... Page 8 Is an NOS needed? ......................................................................................................... Page 9 References ....................................................................................................................... Page 10 1. Network Architecture/Model The definition of "network architecture" is as follows: "Network architecture refers to the layout of the network, consisting of the hardware, software, connectivity, communication protocols and mode of transmission, such as wired or wireless." The existing hardware is currently 7 computers in which each computer consists of: Pentium 4 at 3.0 GHz; 100-GB IDE hard drive; 512 MB of memory, floppy drive; CD-ROM; 64MB memory video card; 1 parallel port; 1 serial port; and 1 USB 2.0 port. When the...
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...Best Device for Your Needs Introduction to Computer and Network Hardware: ITCO103 - 1401A – 01 IP 1 Best Device for Your Needs Many people are updating their smartphones, laptops and desktops. There are so many options to choose from brand, size and performance. This paper will discuss and compare some of today’s best bargain laptops and computers that will also offer some of today’s most updated software and features. I will also discuss two of the most popular smartphones comparing and contrasting each devices features. While shopping on the internet for the best computer system I had hundreds of choices. I decided to narrow my choices down by picking a device that had all the features I needed in a computer system, but had a reasonable price tag for a full time worker and a part time student budget. The best option for me is the Dell Inspiron 660, and the Canon PIXMA MG2220 all-n-one printer it has all the features and needs that I would need in a personal home desktop system. The price point for this desktop is around $529.00. This device can be purchased at Wal-Mart, Best Buy, and Hhgreeg making it accessible to most for in store purchase. This desktop is also available for purchase online as well from the dell website directly for the price listed above. The system software consists of OS Provided Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit Edition. The system setup specs...
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