Selecting a LAN
Ask basic questions:
- How many users do you expect?
- How much data is transmitted?
- What kind of data is transmitted?
- What kind of cabling systems are available
- What protocols, topologies and network operating systems are supported
- Consider new options (e.g. Intranets, or new cabling options).
- Find out about the LANs growth potential (number of computers, users, maximum distances etc.)
- Consider the reliability of the vendor, support and training they are offering
- Consider internetworking needs with other corporate networks etc.etc.