4CC523 Networking Fundamentals: Local Area Network Design Proposal

This report details a comprehensive Local Area Network (LAN) design proposal for Derwent College, addressing the college's network infrastructure needs. The report begins with an introduction outlining the requirements, including resource sharing and efficient information exchange. It proposes a network design encompassing cabling and connectivity, including fiber optic, coaxial, UTP, and wireless media, with justifications for each choice. Logical and physical topologies are presented, including a two-ISP setup for redundancy and VLAN implementation. Device selection and placement are detailed, including routers, switches, and wireless access points. Finally, an IP addressing scheme is developed, including subnetting benefits and LAN allocation methods. The report provides detailed IP addressing for each department, subnetting benefits, and methods of IP address allocation. The goal is to create a robust, scalable, and efficient network infrastructure to meet the college's diverse needs.