Business Data Communications and Networking, Eleventh Edition

CHAPTER 11

NETWORK DESIGN

NETWORK MANAGERS perform two key tasks: (1) designing new networks and network upgrades and (2) managing the day-to-day operation of existing networks. This chapter examines network design. Network design is an interative process in which the designer examines users’ needs, develops an initial set of technology designs, assesses their cost, and then revisits the needs analysis until the final network design emerges.

OBJECTIVES

• Be familiar with the overall process of designing and implementing a network
• Be familiar with techniques for developing a logical network design
• Be familiar with techniques for developing a physical network design
• Be familiar with network design principles
• Understand the role and functions of network management software
• Be familiar with several network management tools

CHAPTER OUTLINE

11.1 INTRODUCTION

11.1.1 The Traditional Network Design Process

11.1.2 The Building-Block Network Design Process

11.2 NEEDS ANALYSIS

11.2.1 Geographic Scope

11.2.2 Application Systems

11.2.3 Network Users

11.2.4 Categorizing Network Needs

11.2.5 Deliverables

11.3 TECHNOLOGY DESIGN

11.3.1 Designing Clients and Servers

11.3.2 Designing Circuits and Devices ...