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Case Study: Data Transmission in Healthcare

A hospital is upgrading its communication infrastructure. They need a system that can handle
large volumes of patient data without any delays, especially during critical operations. Their
current setup uses traditional circuit-switched networks.

Question:
Recommend a more efficient data transmission method and explain why it would be better
suited for the hospital’s needs compared to circuit switching. Provide real-world examples to
support your answer.

2. Case Study: Expanding an Online Business

An e-commerce company has been running successfully in one country and is now expanding
to other regions. The company’s management is concerned about maintaining fast, reliable
connections to its central servers despite the geographical spread.

Question:
As their network consultant, suggest appropriate solutions to maintain fast and secure
connections across different regions. Explain how different network topologies or devices like
routers could optimize their data flow.

3. Case Study: Classroom Networking

A school is looking to install a computer network for its classrooms. They are deciding between
different network topologies to connect all the computers, ensuring the system is both
cost-effective and reliable.

Question:
Based on the school's needs, analyze which network topology (star, ring, bus) would be most
suitable and justify your recommendation, considering the setup's cost, maintenance, and
reliability.
4. Case Study: Ensuring Data Security in Banking

A bank is implementing an online banking service for its customers and is concerned about the
security of customer data during online transactions. They currently use HTTP for their website.

Question:
Advise the bank on how they can enhance security for online transactions. Explain the
differences between HTTP and HTTPS and why switching to HTTPS is critical for protecting
sensitive customer data.

5. Case Study: Remote Work Solutions

A software company is transitioning to remote work and needs to establish secure remote
access for employees to work from home. They are considering using TELNET for remote
connections but are unsure if it’s the best choice.

Question:
Assess whether TELNET is suitable for secure remote work. Suggest a better alternative, if
necessary, and explain your reasoning, particularly in terms of security.

6. Case Study: IP Address Shortage

A telecommunications company is running into IP address shortages as it grows its customer

Question:
Explain the limitations of IPv4 addressing and propose a solution using IPv6. Discuss how
transitioning to IPv6 could resolve the IP address shortage and support future growth.
7. Case Study: Efficient Office Communication

A medium-sized business is facing slow internet speeds and network congestion due to
inefficient use of bandwidth and improper data routing between departments.

Question:
As the network administrator, recommend solutions to improve bandwidth management and
efficient data routing. Explain how specific devices (such as switches or routers) could help
optimize their network.

8. Case Study: Internet Service Provider (ISP) Backbone

An ISP is looking to upgrade its infrastructure to handle increasing data traffic and offer faster
internet services to its customers. Their current setup uses circuit-switched networks.

Question:
Propose an alternative switching technique that would enhance the ISP’s ability to handle more
data efficiently. Explain how this method works and why it is better suited for large-scale data
traffic.

9. Case Study: Smart Home Networking

A family is setting up a smart home system where all devices, from lights to security cameras,
need to communicate efficiently over a personal network (PAN).

Question:
Recommend a network type and topology that would be most appropriate for a smart home
setup. Explain how it would ensure efficient communication between all smart devices.
10. Case Study: New Office Setup

A company is setting up a new office and needs a secure and reliable network to connect
computers, printers, and servers. They also need internet access for all employees.

Question:
Based on their needs, suggest an appropriate type of network (LAN, WAN, etc.) and explain
which devices (router, switch, hub) would be essential for their office setup and why.

11. Case Study: Cloud Storage Access

A design firm stores all its project files in a cloud-based server. Employees need secure and fast
access to these files, regardless of whether they are working from the office or remotely.

Question:
Recommend an appropriate network architecture and security measures that would allow for
fast and secure access to the cloud storage. Explain how VPNs or other technologies could be
integrated.

12. Case Study: International Business Expansion

A multinational corporation is expanding into multiple countries and needs to ensure that all
international branches have smooth, secure data communication between offices.

Question:
Suggest a networking strategy that ensures efficient and secure communication between the
corporation’s various international branches. Discuss the role of wide-area networks (WAN) and
VPNs in this context.

13. Case Study: University Network Setup

A university is setting up a campus-wide network to allow students to access online resources

Question:
Recommend the best network topology for the university. Explain why this topology would be
effective in handling the university’s requirements and how it could be expanded over time.

14. Case Study: Website Hosting Choices

A startup is building its first website and is trying to decide between shared hosting and
dedicated hosting. They expect the site traffic to increase rapidly as the business grows.

Question:
Advise the startup on which hosting service (shared or dedicated) they should choose. Explain
the advantages and disadvantages of both options in terms of cost, performance, and
scalability.

15. Case Study: Data Transmission over Fiber

A telecom company is rolling out fiber-optic connections to provide faster internet services to its
customers. They want to understand the advantages of fiber-optic cables over traditional copper
cables.
Question:
As a network engineer, explain the benefits of fiber-optic cables compared to copper cables in
terms of bandwidth, transmission speed, and reliability. Why is fiber-optic technology better
suited for modern high-speed internet?