...July 28, 2013 The Benefits of Twisted Pair Cable Computer networking is the basis of the Internet and most all businesses globally. Methods of communication are available to us today which would not be possible without computer networks. Networks increase productivity by allowing computers to and users to simultaneously share data and resources. With a network setup Information is centralized, and repetition of information is avoided because it is shared throughout the network. Networks enable business functions to be completed faster and more precisely. Networks also allow the possibility of expanding as the business grows. Ocper, Inc. currently houses 20 windows peer to peer client computers with the expectation of doubling in size within the next two years. Although a peer to peer network is inexpensive to set-up and allows for file and printer sharing without special software, there are limitations and disadvantages to this setup. In a peer to peer setup, each client is dependent upon the knowledge of each user, and if any user were to shut down at any point, every other user would lose access to any resources that machine shared. The security of the network is less than desirable. Managing all the clients on a peer to peer network can be quite time consuming considering each client would have to be physically visited in order to do maintenance or updates. In order to make the network more secure and also allow for sharing of resources even when a user logs off...
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...Building on Prior Success Tony Eary August 25, 2012 Irene Hoskins – Instructor Strayer University Building on Prior Success When I arrived at the client, Ocper, Inc., I realized that there was only one person dedicated to the Information Technology area, which also has to oversee Networking for the office personnel. There are twelve peer-to-peer client computers operating on the Windows OS which are all connected via coax cabling. The president indicated to me that the company plans to double in size in the very near future, but she is weary of drastically changing the computing environment. My job as the recently hired consultant is to suggest and give a breakdown of a revamped system which will allow employees to share files over the server and access files remotely. I would have to encourage the President to go ahead with the original set-up that I had suggested. The original set-up was to have a client/server-based network. The advantage of a client/client/server-based network is that the data files that will be used by all of the users are stored on the one server. Which gives you a central point to setup permissions on the data files, and it will give a central point from which to back up all the data in case data loss should occur. I would recommend they switch to a twisted pair wiring because there are several advantages for the use of twisted pair cabling. The reasoning for suggesting connecting all current and New Client Computers using twisted...
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...Upon arriving at the client, Ocper, Inc., I realize that there is no one dedicated to information technology or networking on the staff. Also, there are twenty Windows peer-to-peer client computers all connected via coax cabling. The president indicates that the company plans to double in size over the next two years, but she is weary of drastically changing the computing environment. My job as a recently hired consultant is to suggest and give a breakdown of a new system. Suggestion of Changes In Terms of the Current Network Type/Structure with the Benefits. I would advise the president to replace the current network setup to twisted pair cable. Coaxial cable carries high frequency signals along a single center conductor, whereas, twisted pair cable improves its electrical characteristics at a lower voice frequency and prevents signals from crossing into adjacent wires. It also allows the signal to travel longer distances. Reasoning for Suggesting Connecting All Current and New Client Computers Using Twisted Pair Cable Instead of Staying With the Current Coax Wiring Structure. Twisting two insulated wires together improves their electrical characteristics at a lower voice frequency and prevents signals from crossing into adjacent wires. It also allows the signal to travel longer distances. Coaxial cables carry high-frequency signals along a single-center conductor surrounded by a foil or braided copper shield. Coaxial cable has less loss than twisted pair, and...
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...Building on Prior Success As a new employee with Ocper Inc, with no IT person in place, I sent up a new IT program meeting the needs of the company and the requests of the president of Ocper. Some of the changes I suggested were an upgrade their PC’s to an Ethernet network which will add more speed and stability to their network. I also proposed they upgrade their network to a scalable distributed backbone network centralized around a Cisco Small Business 300 Series Managed Switch SF300-24 (24 ports) at a cost of $224.99 (Networking Design, 2012). The one large item I am proposed to change in their network is the purchase of one (1) Dell Power Edge T310 Server at $3,643.00. This server would suffice what their work is now but it is also something they can grow into (Networking Design, 2012). The Power Edge T310 includes the following: Hard Drives 500GB 7.2K RPM SATA 3.5in Cabled Hard Drive plus one (1) 1TB 7.2K RPM SATA 3.5in Cabled Hard Drive, Power Supply, Non-Redundant, 375W, On-Board Dual Gigabit Network Adapter, DVD-ROM, Internal, 16XDVD, Keyboard and Optical Mouse, USB, Black, English, electronic System Documentation and Open Manage DVD Kit, Power Cord, NEMA 5-15P to C13, wall plug, 10 feet, RD1000, Int SATA Drive w/Cable (Purchase Media separately), Backup Exec 2012 Small Business Edition Agent for Windows 1 yr Maint, Media: QTY 2, Removable Hard Disk Cartridge for RD1000, 640GB Native, and Hardware Support (Networking Design, 2012). The last...
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...different methods of networking techniques in order to build a successful network in Ocper, Inc. On the last proposal, the company was ready to expand its business by changing its network from peer to peer to client/ server network. Today, wireless network become more popular. In order to compete with other businesses and to adapt with the evolving technology, Ocper, Inc is getting ready to proceed to adapt wireless networking. Wireless networks are uniquely positioned today to support corporate enterprise client/server efforts in order to extend the reach of information systems to the front lines of business operations. VPN access in wireless network is also beneficial to Ocper, Inc.; because it allows an organization to carve out a private WAN through the internet, serving only its offices, while keeping the data secure and isolated from the other (public) traffic. The best option for VPN access for the employees to remotely access the Ocper, Inc. network is by way of SSL-based VPNs. They provide remote-access connectivity from almost any Internet-enabled location using a Web browser and its native SSL encryption (Greene, 2008). Keywords: wireless network, VPN access BUILDING A SUCCESSFUL NETWORK 3 Building a Successful Network A wireless network is the best network to use at Ocper, Inc. because a wireless networks are becoming increasingly popular. The president of Ocper, Inc. would like to add four servers to the network so employees can share files....
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...Cable 2 Abstract I have been recently hired by a Network Consulting Firm (NCF) and my fist task as a consultant will be to work with Ocper, Inc. Upon arrival at Ocper, I learn from the president that there is no one dedicated to information technology or networking on the staff and there are 20 Windows peer-to-peer client computers connected via coax cable. The president also addresses her concerns for growth. She feels that the company will double in size over the next two years, but does not want a drastic overhaul. For this assignment I will hit 4 main topics. First I will describe what changes I would suggest for the current network type and explain why I am doing it. Second, I will describe why I would recommend upgrading to twisted pair cable from coax cable for all current and new client computers on the network. Third, I will discuss the possibility of implementing fiber optic cable in to the network. Finally, I will display research costs and analysis to facilitate an upgrade on the network. As above mentioned, the current network is 20 Windows peer-to-peer client computers utilizing the bus topology. Also important to note is the fact this company lacks an employee with an IT background, therefore they have been inclined to set up a simple peer-to-peer network due to its ease of configuration. Unfortunately for Ocper, if they want to effectively expand, they will need to change this network type, because a peer-to-peer network is not flexible. As the network...
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...Building on Prior Success (Assignment 2) Michael Davis CIS 175 August 25, 2013 Professor Emelda Ntinglet-Davis Building on Prior Success After talking with the President of Ocper, Inc., we are to select the peer to peer networking system. The peer to peer networking system should be able to support the company’s new requirements. Peer to peer will allow the additional four servers and also allow the employees the capability to share files. The main objective that peer to peer will meet is helping the company save money with a minimum cost. We a couple of ways to incorporating the four new servers to best accomplish the overall intent of the President. The first option is to place two servers at the main building and the other two servers in another location. Second option is to place three servers at the local building and have one large server at the backup location. Option number one sounds good but will not allow the speed that a company needs and wants. Another major factor with option one is the amount of data that can be stored will be least and that may cause a bigger expenses later. Options two will allow the speed and storage space that every company wants. Have the three servers on site and the large server at another location as a backup will accomplish all the company needs. This options will as allow upgrades at a lower cost if we get the right size larger server. Having three servers on site will allow employees to share multiple files at multiple...
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...Building on Prior Success After talking with the President of Ocper, Inc., we are to select the peer to peer networking system. The peer to peer networking system should be able to support the company’s new requirements. Peer to peer will allow the additional four servers and also allow the employees the capability to share files. The main objective that peer to peer will meet is helping the company save money with a minimum cost. We a couple of ways to incorporating the four new servers to best accomplish the overall intent of the President. The first option is to place two servers at the main building and the other two servers in another location. Second option is to place three servers at the local building and have one large server at the backup location. Option number one sounds good but will not allow the speed that a company needs and wants. Another major factor with option one is the amount of data that can be stored will be least and that may cause a bigger expenses later. Options two will allow the speed and storage space that every company wants. Have the three servers on site and the large server at another location as a backup will accomplish all the company needs. This options will as allow upgrades at a lower cost if we get the right size larger server. Having three servers on site will allow employees to share multiple files at multiple times. The company will be in control of all future upgrades and can cut ties with the provider if you no longer...
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...After a careful and extensive analysis of Ocpers current network configuration, and giving thought in the direction that Ocper is going in the next 20 years based on your presidents comments. I Christian D Thompson under the direction of Network Consulting Firm (NCF) recommends the following changes be made to Ocpers current network infrastructure. These recommendations where made by looking at the following: • Existing infrastructure- how does the current infrasturcture perform is it fiesable to keep it in place and suplement it’s poor performance with new tecnology. • New Technology- is there new technology available that can better support the companies needs and growth over the next 20 yrs. • Pros and Cons- what are the benefits of upgrading to a new topology and the negatives of upgrading. • Future exspansion- can the existing coaxial infratructure support the companies growth over the next 20 yrs. • Cost- how much will, it cost the company for initial upgrade and future growth. These are our recommendations: Your company currently has 20 workstations connected with coaxial cabling. The company wants to expand and double its size in the next 20 years. We recommend that you upgrade your cabling at the minimum to a twisted pair CAT5 or CAT6, preferably CAT6. Coaxial cable for network connections is obsolete and does not provide the performance or scalability to support a growing company. All though twisted pair cabling is a suitable choice for your company...
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...The best way for employees to remotely access Ocper Inc. network would be through utilizing mobile virtual private network. Mobile VPN setting functions efficiently in situations where the endpoint VPN contains multiple access points. The mobile network can also be accessed using cellular devices carrying data between several Wi-Fi access points. These individuals could utilize modern I-phones, with capability to access VPN connections, as the network connection enables seamless roaming between networks through utilizing wireless connections. The advantage of utilizing this connection remains the ability for the network to connect between different IP addresses without losing information contained in other applications. The mobile VPN allows users to maintain several applications continuously open. While performing this function, the network also allows passing of data, securely over public networks. This capability would immensely assist employees Ocper Inc to access the network continually from several remote locations. Within office settings, however, the Virtual Private Network could be accessed through the conventional connection. This connection presents numerous limitations, making connections insecure when establishing remote connections. When the network becomes interrupted, information could be lost or computing devices could crash (Hallberg, 2009). This network connection, therefore, becomes limited to desktop computers and immobile computing devices. The mobile Virtual...
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...Building on Prior Success August 25, 2013 Building on Prior Success The president of Ocper Inc. would like to add four new servers to the network for file sharing, as well as upgrade the current system to allow employees remote access. The president has asked you for your recommendations on how to make the upgrades while keeping the up-front costs to a minimum. The president wants to allow employees remote access to the network. Upgrading a NOS (Network Operating System) can be a vital piece of software to incorporate in any NOS. There will be a dramatic change to the server as well as how the NOS will function for users, and let us not forget the potential risks for users accessing the servers over the Internet. Using Windows 2003, and Windows 2008 network operating system can be implemented simply because, if any clarity and/or assistance for help is needed while making changes, calling a Microsoft technician for support is always available. The recommendation previously used a star topology with a collapsed backbone. Further research has concluded that using a serial backbone network will accommodate the upgrades that the Ocper Inc’s president wants to implement. Networking the new serial backbone in a daisy-chain fashion will allow for the many different devices to interconnect and function on the server. Quite often, “Hubs and switches are often connected in a daisy-chain to extend a network” (Dean, 2012). A serial backbone can be easily incorporated which will...
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...Networking-Assignment 1-Outline Assignment 1: The Benefits of Twisted Pair Cable You are a recently hired consultant for a NCF, the Networking Consulting Firm, and your first consulting assignment is at Ocper, Inc. Upon arriving at the client, you learn from the president that there is no one dedicated to information technology or networking on the staff and there are 20 Windows peer-to-peer client computers all connected via coax cabling. The president also indicates that the company plans to double in size over the next two years, but she is weary of drastically changing the computing environment. Write a 2-3 page paper in which you: • Describe what changes you would suggest in terms of the current network type / structure and how you would lay out the benefits of the changes you recommend. • Describe why you would suggest connecting all current and new client computers using twisted pair cable instead of staying with the current coax wiring structure. • Discuss the possibility of using fiber optic cable instead of either twisted pair cable or staying with the existing coax wiring structure. • Research the costs involved with making these changes to the network (not including the cost for buying more computers) and determine whether or not there is a cost benefit. Your assignment must: Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with...
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...The Benefits of Twisted Pair The Benefits of Twisted Pair The current topology appears to be a bus topology. Everything is connected via coaxial cable and is referred to as passive, meaning that each computer on the network “listens” for data to pass by with its name. While this type of topology will suffice for small networks, it is not ideal for the current network at Ocper, inc. Another downside of the current topology is lag. While the network is small you may not notice the lag, or just assume the network is supposed to run this slow. Using coaxial cable as a network data path limits the amount of bandwidth available as well as the ability for two-way data flow. My recommendation would be to convert to twisted pair cabling. The twisted pair cable will allow you a larger bandwidth which in turn allows more computers to send more data across the network. Twisted pair will also allow two-way data flow, allowing for data to pass back and forth more effectively by “sharing” the bandwidth. For these reasons, twisted pair will allow you to transfer vital information back and forth across the network much more quickly, making the customer wait less. I would also recommend changing the topology to a star-wired Bus. A star-wired bus will allow you to isolate segments of your network and span it over greater distances. Isolating a segment of the network will allow you to place different security precautions...
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...today in which everyone workstation has the same or similar operating systems. There are several benefits for your organization to consider to transitioning to client server network model. One of the major benefits of the client server network model is scalability. Since we know the potential for this organization to double in size over the next two years scalability is a key factor. It’s very easy to expand the size of your network with client server model because it will be easy to just add on workstation. Everything is centralized to the server. This server will be the centralized platform for all the workstations. Another major benefit of this client server model is increased security. This server will provide security that Ocper, Inc. current peer to peer model lacks. This server is responsible for the security surrounding the shared resource. In the client server environment you can set the appropriate permissions on the database based on login information. You...
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...Ocpar, Inc. Proposal Bill Johnson Strayer University April 29, 2012 Statement of Need Ocper, Inc. currently has 20 Windows peer-to-peer client computers which are all connected via coax cabling. The president also indicates that the company plans to double in size over the next two years, but she is leery about drastically altering the computer environment. They have indicated that they will possibly be expanding from 20 to 40 users over the next few years. The president has indicated that she would prefer to hold the costs down thought she has indicated that this upgrade is an investment for the future.. My proposal consists of the following: First of all I have proposed to her that they upgrade their PC’s to an Ethernet network which will add more speed and stability to their network. I have suggested that Ocpar buy a total of (20) twenty Intel Gigabit CT PCI Desktop Network adapters at $31.99 per for a total of $639.80. I am also proposing they upgrade their network to a scalable distributed backbone network centralized around a Cisco Small Business 300 Series Managed Switch SF300-24 (24 ports) at a cost of $224.99. The one large item I am proposing to change their network is the purchase of one (1) Dell PowerEdge T310 Server at $3,643.00. This server will suffice what their work is now but it is also something they can grow into. The PowerEdge T310 includes the following: Hard Drives 500GB 7.2K RPM SATA 3.5in Cabled Hard Drive plus one (1) 1TB 7.2K RPM SATA...
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