Data Communication Network Design for PineMartin Fuels Ltd. (COM5001B)

This presentation addresses the data communication needs of PineMartin Fuels Ltd., focusing on designing an efficient network infrastructure. The presentation proposes a hybrid topology, integrating servers, routers, switches, and firewalls to ensure secure and effective data transfer. It outlines the necessary network components, including routers, switches, servers, cabling, and security protocols, and emphasizes the importance of Wi-Fi for mobile device connectivity. Furthermore, the presentation highlights the critical aspects of network implementation, such as staff training and cost analysis, to ensure successful deployment and management of the data communication system. The conclusion underscores the significance of data management within the company and recommends the proposed network architecture for optimized operations.

DATA COMMUNICATION

Table of Contents
• Introduction
• Network Design
• Wi-Fi Requirements
• Requirements of Implementation
• Conclusion
• References
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Introduction
In the modern world of business, it has become important for the firms
to set up communication structure so that data can be effectively
communicated (Hutchins, Cloppert and Amin, 2011). If the
company's data is scattered it becomes difficult for them to manage
it. Connecting computers in network can help in this regards as all
the data will be centrally placed and accessing them becomes easier.
It fastens the whole working process.
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Network Design
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There are various kinds of
network design that is available
and its implementation depends
on the requirement of the
company (Barroso, Clidaras and
Hölzle, 2013). There are certain
requirement of this Pine-martin
Fuel Ltd.
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According to which its network
design is as follows:
Network topology: It will be
better for the company if it uses
hybrid topology for connecting its
computers on network (Fodor and
et. al., 2012).
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There equipments that will be
required for network:
Router: It is a device that
forwards data packets on different
paths in a network (You and Xie,
2011). Routing table or policy is
being followed so as to forward
data to the next router in the
journey.
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Switch: It is used to connect
devices in a network by using
packet switching to receive,
process and forward data to the
destination devices (Delker and
et. al, 2013).
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Server: It is a computer devices
or program that provides
functionality for other devices or
program known as users and the
whole architecture is known as
client server architecture
(Definition of networking. 2017).
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 Cabling: There is a
formulae of connecting
various computers within
the network. Number of
cable links required to
connect star network at
two stairs will be ten as
the total number of PC is
10.
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Protocols: There must be network protocol using which data has to
be send. These protocols defines the authenticity of data as well
as it helps to ensure that the data is delivered to the desired target
(Knowles and et. al., 2011). It also safeguards data packets from
getting lost and leaked.
 PC or devices: It is the work station on which users operate. It is
also known as port in the network. It acts as a sending and
receiving units. There are certain other devices like Printers,
scanners, telephone etc.
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 Firewall: It is the network
security system that
monitors incoming and
outgoing network traffics
which must be based on the
pre-defined security codes.
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In order to understand the network design is we take 10 pcs on
different floors then they can be connected in mesh topology where
servers acts as a central controller and data is send to different Pcs at
the same time. At each floor there will be routers that will ensure
that data packets are sent from one place to another without being
lost or disrupted. Firewall must be present in the network so that no
breach in system or network can be possible. On the other hand
switch can be utilise to redirect data on right path.