LOCAL AREA NETWORK
LAN - Networking Computers within a Building or Local Vicinity

INTRODUCTION
Our Local Area Network is implemented using the Ethernet standard 802.3 Technology with CSMA/CD Network Media access protocol. Networks within each department or building are often segmented into workgroups. A workgroup is a logical grouping of networked computers by location, function, or duties. The multiple network segments are then connected via a switching hub to the domain server computers. A switching hub offers excellent throughout hence a better network speed, devoid of collision.

As required, any Server in the network may double as a gateway to the Internet via a proxy based dedicated link.

A sample of a network designed for one of our clients is shown below. The LAN uses a wired link to connect two segments in the domain.

For small networks of ten computers or so, simple Internet sharing may be implemented using a variety of windows based proxy applications. To secure the network against hackers in the Internet, simple but effective network security is required.

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NETWORK IMPLEMENTATION STEPS
- Design and layout of the network topology.
- Purchase and acquisition of hardware and software components.
- Installation of hardware, cabling, structuring and routing.
- Testing of all linked components and cables.
- Installation and testing of software applications.
- Implementation and testing of security and firewall measures.
- Implementation of network administration tools - rights & permissions.
- Implementation of Internet connectivity and E-mails, as required.
- Implementation of LAN-based data backup features for the network.
- Training of customer personnel to utilize and manage the systems.
- Implementation of work process migration from manual to on-line environment.

DELIVERABLES
- Supply of the required hardware and software.
- Full LAN connectivity with advance Server Networking Technology.
- LAN based shared internet connectivity & E-mails (optional)
- Replacement of manual work process with the computerized work process (optional)
- Advanced Security Features using state-of-the-art Firewall Technology.
- Training of personnel to use and/or manage computers on the LAN.
- Training of personnel in the use and application of computers as work tools.

BASIC TRAINING

Standard (for all personnel):
- Computer Appreciation (Windows 95/98/2000/ME/XP).
- Office Applications - Microsoft Word, Excel, Access Database & PowerPoint Presentation.
- Internet Explorer & E-mail Management.

Network Administration (for network managers):
- Basic Concept of a Network - LAN/WAN.
- Network Operating System (NOS).
- Data Preservation and Security on the Network.
- Network Management & Activity Logging.
- Allocation of Network Resources Between Workstations on the LAN.
- Dial-up and Remote Access Service.

Training details are available upon request.

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