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Comparison of Different Types of Networks:

 LAN (Local Area Network):


 Definition: A LAN is a network that connects devices within a limited area,
such as a home, office building, or school campus.
 Examples: Home networks, office networks, school networks.
 Characteristics: High data transfer rates, low latency, and high security.
 WAN (Wide Area Network):
 Definition: A WAN is a network that spans a large geographic area,
connecting multiple LANs or other networks together.
 Examples: The Internet, corporate networks connecting offices in different
cities.
 Characteristics: Slower data transfer rates compared to LANs, higher
latency, and lower security (due to the involvement of multiple service
providers and public infrastructure).
 MAN (Metropolitan Area Network):
 Definition: A MAN is a network that spans a larger geographic area than a
LAN but smaller than a WAN, typically covering a city or a large campus.
 Examples: Municipal networks, university campus networks.
 Characteristics: Faster data transfer rates than WANs, moderate latency,
and moderate security.
 PAN (Personal Area Network):
 Definition: A PAN is a network that connects devices within a person's
immediate vicinity, typically within a range of a few meters.
 Examples: Bluetooth connections between a smartphone and
headphones, a wireless keyboard and a computer.
 Characteristics: Very short range, low data transfer rates, and relatively
high security.

2. Design of Network Topology for a Small Office Environment:


For a small office environment, a star topology would be suitable. In this setup, all
devices (computers, printers, servers) are connected to a central device, such as a switch
or a router. This topology offers easy management, scalability, and fault tolerance.

Justification:

 Ease of Management: With a central device managing all connections,


troubleshooting and maintenance become more straightforward.
 Scalability: It's easy to add new devices to the network without affecting the
existing connections.
 Fault Tolerance: If one device fails, it doesn't affect the rest of the network. Only
the connections to that particular device are affected.
 Performance: In a small office environment, the performance impact of a star
topology is minimal.

Devices:

 Router: Connects the office network to the internet, provides DHCP services, and
acts as a firewall for security.
 Switch: Connects all devices within the office network, providing fast data
transfer rates between devices.
 Access Points (if needed): For wireless connectivity within the office premises.

3. Wireless Network Deployment Plan for a Campus Environment:

Considerations:

 Coverage: Ensure that the entire campus area has adequate wireless coverage,
including indoor and outdoor spaces, classrooms, auditoriums, and common
areas.
 Capacity: The network should support a large number of concurrent users,
including students, faculty, and staff, without experiencing performance
degradation.
 Security: Implement strong security measures to protect against unauthorized
access, data breaches, and network attacks.

Design:
 Access Points (APs): Deploy a sufficient number of APs strategically across the
campus to ensure uniform coverage. Use a combination of indoor and outdoor
APs to cover all areas effectively.
 Wireless Controllers: Implement wireless controllers to centrally manage and
monitor the APs, optimize performance, and enforce security policies.
 Authentication: Use WPA2-Enterprise or WPA3-Enterprise authentication with
802.1X for secure authentication and encryption. Implement a RADIUS server for
centralized user authentication.
 Guest Network: Set up a separate guest network with limited access to campus
resources, using a captive portal for guest authentication and access control.
 Security Measures: Enable features such as intrusion detection/prevention,
rogue AP detection, and client isolation to enhance network security.
 Bandwidth Management: Implement Quality of Service (QoS) policies to
prioritize critical applications and ensure adequate bandwidth for voice, video,
and data traffic.
 Redundancy: Implement redundant links and failover mechanisms to ensure
high availability and reliability of the wireless network.

By following these guidelines, the campus wireless network can provide reliable
coverage, capacity, and security to meet the needs of students, faculty, and staff.

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