9/13/24, 11:00 Touchstone Task 1 Planning a Network Infrastructure
PM Questions
Name: Connor
Kelso Date:
08/30/23
Touchstone Task 1: Planning a Network
Review the scenario and client expectations about Greenfield Properties.
Based on the information provided by the client, answer the following
questions in 2-4 sentences each. Be sure to explain your answers in detail.
How many employees will the new company have, and how many total devices,
including PCs, tablets, and smartphones? (Ref: Touchstone Scenario)
45 employees, 34 total devices
What network architecture will be used: client/server or peer-to-peer? Why? (Ref:
Types of Networks)
Client-Server, for added security and privacy for commercial business
When on-site employees access the network, will it be a PAN, LAN, or WAN? Why?
(Ref: Types of Networks)
LAN, so it is specific to the building for onsite employees
What type(s) of cable should be used to connect the in-house hosts to the switch or
router? (Ref: Coaxial & Twisted Pair Cables)
Twisted Pair, Ethernet cables are inexpensive and more tolerable so it would be
easier to have for a lot of computers. Cat 7 cords would provide optimal speed
between the network also
Describe the types of servers that will be needed in order to meet the company’s
networking goals. (Ref: Network Operating Systems)
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PM Questions
Name: Connor
Kelso Date:
08/30/23
Touchstone Task 1: Planning a Network
Review the scenario and client expectations about Greenfield Properties.
Based on the information provided by the client, answer the following
questions in 2-4 sentences each. Be sure to explain your answers in detail.
How many employees will the new company have, and how many total devices,
including PCs, tablets, and smartphones? (Ref: Touchstone Scenario)
45 employees, 34 total devices
What network architecture will be used: client/server or peer-to-peer? Why? (Ref:
Types of Networks)
Client-Server, for added security and privacy for commercial business
When on-site employees access the network, will it be a PAN, LAN, or WAN? Why?
(Ref: Types of Networks)
LAN, so it is specific to the building for onsite employees
What type(s) of cable should be used to connect the in-house hosts to the switch or
router? (Ref: Coaxial & Twisted Pair Cables)
Twisted Pair, Ethernet cables are inexpensive and more tolerable so it would be
easier to have for a lot of computers. Cat 7 cords would provide optimal speed
between the network also
Describe the types of servers that will be needed in order to meet the company’s
networking goals. (Ref: Network Operating Systems)
about:bl 1
