Principles of Info. Syst. Bus. Org. Module 3: Computer Network Design

Computer networks allow for employees within an organization to share files and exchange ideas more efficiently. Also, computer networks make it easier to back up all the company’s data on an offsite server. Computer networking supports business operations and contributes immensely to globalization. Therefore, organizations invest heavily in computer networks ensuring they work efficiently. This paper discusses ten points to consider when evaluating a computer network. These evaluation points explore the network’s: security, data rate, network upgrade tolerance, device interfacing, internet connections, application performance, network services, wireless connectivity, and its cost.

The network which connecting the devices to a larger area like small towns covering area up to 50 km called metropolitan area networks. These networks are high speed networks that interconnect businesses with other businesses and the internet.

The implementation of new technology in a company is usually an enormous process with potential difficulties that may have long-term impact on the organization. In most cases, the implementation of technology usually involves installation of new software and hardware that the technology will operate on. This process also involves the range of possible and unavoidable problems that are associated with human factors, which are totally unpredictable. Consequently, the implementation of technology requires an organization to appreciate the fact that conflicts may arise in order to anticipate significant trouble spots, avoid problems, and lessen the problems significantly. New technologies are regarded as mechanisms developed to make human work easier since they provide fast and quality services. In order to meet the evolving needs and demands of the public, many companies across various industries are adapting and implementing new technologies.

Material in this section is based on material from Computer Networks: Principles, Technologies and Protocols for Network Design by Natalia Olifer and Victor Olifer (pub. John Wiley & Sons 2005).

Network standards play an important role in networking. Without networking standards manufacturers of networking products have no common ground on which they can build their systems. Standardization of products can make or break networking products, many companies are hesitant to support newer technology unless there is a standardization base from which to work.

A computer network is any computer or group of computers that are linked to another computer or systems of computers so they can communicate. There are several careers that involve knowledge of computer networking. Each of these positions require a particular set of skills. While the positions may sound the same, they are not. For example, the network engineer manages and designs computer networks, upgrading them and tests their security while the network administrator keeps the network running. The network analyst is responsible for supporting the overall infrastructure of the computer network, writing software and other programs that are needed. The information systems administrator is responsible for designing, delivering, and maintaining the infrastructure that makes up the network, usually in an organization. The network technician is the one who sets up the network, troubleshoots problems and services the network to keep it running. The network information systems manager is responsible for the technicians, administrators, analysists and engineers while also planning for the network into the future (Computer Networking Majors Guide).

1. What networking equipment is usually found in the core of a campus network? Switches

The network for which the Public Relations Company (PRC) requires is one which uses the variety of technologies which will facilitate the company’s employees. The use of the network will increase workflow and efficiency when dealing with clients allowing more feasibility in sharing data and using devices such as printers, projectors and OLED TVs. This is a project network design

A computer network is any computer or group of computers that are linked to another computer or systems of computers so they can communicate. There are several careers that involve knowledge of computer networking. Each of these positions require a particular set of skills. While the positions may sound the same, they are not. For example, the network engineer manages and designs computer networks, upgrading them and tests their security while the network administrator keeps the network running. The network analyst is responsible for supporting the overall infrastructure of the computer network, writing software and other programs that are needed. The information systems administrator is responsible for designing, delivering, and maintaining the infrastructure that makes up the network, usually in an organization. The network technician is the one who sets up the network, troubleshoots problems and services the network to keep it running. The network information systems manager is responsible for the technicians, administrators, analysists and engineers while also planning for the network into the future (Computer Networking Majors Guide).

Technology has also made it easier to share information with the necessary people within an organization without them being physically present. Nowadays, you can utilize software’s that allow you video conference, this has allowed workers to not have to be located in the same geographical location to work together. In addition, companies have also invested in systems that store their files, which can be accessed by a virtual private network so everyone within the organization

This Paper discuss about network effects on two different organizations. Firstly it will discuss about network effects on physical organization and then about virtual organization. Network effects or function of network size and network strength [1]. The theory related to network effects on organization can be categorized into three parts [1]: i. depends on technology adopted i.e., what factors would contribute if new technology is adopted ii. Technology compatibility decision i.e., what factors involve in organization for seeking compatibility iii. Decision among competing incompatible technologies i.e., what factors involve in consumer choice

Communication and information are the two most important concerns for an organization. Today¡¦s organizations use a number of computers and communication tools (telephone, faxes, internet) to help them function in their daily operations. Communication is crucial among departments, and information and data throughout the organization needs to be easily accessed in order to allow for a steady workflow. To overcome these obstacles, computer networks are necessary. Computer networks allow the user to access programs and databases, and it provides communication possibilities faster than other methods.

The ever-changing world of technology is making the world become smaller every day. Businesses and organizations are taking advantage of the advances in technology to improve their organizations. Technology’s influence reaches beyond improving relations within an organization to enhancing an organization’s ability to service its customers. But even more than that technology is influencing the shape of the organization itself. In order to realize the impact of technology on business organizations, the following paper will focus on how organizations use technology within an organization (intranet, email), how organizations use technology to communicate with and service clients or customers, and finally how organizations are using the

Internet is a technology that provides global network and has become an unavoidable concept in the last few years. This technology which started as a basic tool within military, government & university operations has exploded into a world class communication medium and has become the backbone for organisations. Businesses are exploiting this technology on a large scale and implementing it widely in all their functional processes (Aguiar & Oliveira, nd). In this report we touch base on the aspects of gaining competitive advantage, limitation and management issues relating to the technology of internet. The information has been gathered through search on various websites and AUT library database and all citations have been

Local area networks: computer network with an area of small geographical area such as campus premises, home, and office is termed as LAN. Printer, scanner are generally shared between computers in home and offices. Basically the sharing is done by wired media