Unit 1: Page 18: Network Choice and Performance Flashcards
List the 10 factors affecting the choice of network.
> User experience
User needs
Specifications
Connectivity
Cost
Effeciency
Compatibility
Implementation
Productivity
Security
How does User Experience affect the choice of network?
> Ease of use
Performance
Availabilty
Accesibility
How does User Needs affect the choice of network?
> Speed
Reliability
Way of working (fixed/mobile)
How does Specifications affect the choice of network?
> Manufacturer
Standards
Functionality required
How does Connectivity affect the choice of network?
> Physical connections (for example choice of cabling)
Location
How does Cost affect the choice of network?
> Ongoing costs (Total Cost of Ownership, TCO)
How does Efficiency affect the choice of network?
> Performance
Expansion room
Expected utilisation
How does Compatibility affect the choice of network?
> Manufacturer
Standard
Interoperability
How does Implementation affect the choice of network?
> (Timescales, testing, downtime)
Limiting factors schedule limitations
How does Productivity affect the choice of network?
> Is it suitable for the intended purpose e.g able to support speed required for video editing
How does Security affect the choice of network?
> What security features are included?
For example: Encryption, firewall, malware, protection, intrusion, detection, monitoring facilities.
What are 6 factors to consider when choosing components
> Adherence to standard
Specification
Manufacturer
Warranty/ongoing support
Infrastructure
Familiarity
When choosing components, how should you consider specifications?
> What kit meets the needs and supports required features.
When choosing components, how should you consider the manufacturer?
> Is there an affinity to a particular manufacturere?
What is the corporate policy?
When choosing components, how should you consider Warranty/ongoing support?
> Corporate level of support
SLA?
Response time
