Video Solutions Agency Inc. is a film editing company that has been operational since 2005. In January of 2022, the company is expanding its operations and hired a consultant to analyze the computer network of the company and recommend areas for improvement. The report was provided to senior management which outlined several issues:

• ? The company's network infrastructure is severely outdated and pose a serious security/safety concern.
• ? Operations are heavily affected by inefficiencies o FilesarestoredandbackeduponUSBstoragedevices o Printingrequirestransferringdatatothe2specificworkstationsthatareconnectedtotheprinters. Video Solutions Agency Inc. has asked your company to provide a proposal for modernizing their network operations. You are to design a new network that supports up to 26 employees. You will be providing a detailed report to the company so they can review your proposal. CURRENT ENVIRONMENT: There are a mix of standalone systems and peer-to-peer connected computers with the following specifications:
• ? Workstations: Quantity 10
  • ? Intel i3 2130 3.4 GHz processor, 8gb Ram, 250gb HDD, Integrated Graphic Card, 21" display
  • ? Windows 7 Operating System
  • ? HP LaserJet 4200 printer (Two machines are connected directly to this printer)
  • ? Network Cables are running across the floor
  • ? Only two workstations can print
  • ? Only one workstation has access to the internet VIDEO SOLUTIONS AGENCY INC. REQUIREMENTS: The client requires the following changes be made to their network.
  • ? 26 Workstations that can meet the following requirements o Abletorun:AdobePremierePro,AdobePhotoshop,AdobeAfterEffects,andMicrosoftOffice2021 o RunsthelatestMicrosoftOperatingSystem
  • ? New MFC Colour Printer that is accessible by all workstations
  • ? Server(s) which can function as: DNS server, DHCP server, File server, and remote access server.
  • ? A secure WiFi network that has allows employees to sign in to one network, and guests to sign into another.
  • ? All other necessary networking equipment to ensure the smooth functionality of the company. Important Considerations: The staff at Video Solutions Agency works with extremely large files, and will need to collaborate on these files. The workstations must have a sufficient GPU to handle the video processing. Finally, all machines must have internet connectivity and users must be able to print from all workstations. SECTION 4

As they are going from 1 device connected to the internet, to all devices connected to the internet, the client requests you to select an appropriate ISP offering for their company. Furthermore, they would like to use cloud-based options for their website and email services.

ISP COMPARISON - 1 P A G E (S)

1. ? 4.1.1 Compare 2 ISP (Internet service provider) offerings, their cost, features like upload and download speed, etc.
2. ? 4.1.2 Choose 1 option and explain why

WEB HOSTING SERVICE - 1 P A G E (S)

1. ? 4.2.1 Compare web hosting features of 2 vendors
2. ? 4.2.2 Select the vendor offering that is best for the company. Explain why.

EMAIL SERVICE - 1 P A G E (S)

1. ? 4.3.1 Compare the email service of 2 cloud-based vendors (particularly features and cost)
2. ? 4.3.2 Select the one that is best for the company. Explain why.

PRICING BREAKDOWN ALL SECTION 4 ITEMS

4.4.1 Have all above service's Quantity, Price, and URL link for purchasing them to add to a Price Quote. Calculate all entries for a 5 year basis.

SECTION 5 The client plans to use the server it purchased as a VM host, so that there will be a print server, DNS server, DHCP

server, file server, and remote access server. To do so, they will need a virtualization software.

VIRTUALIZATION SOFTWARE - 3 P A G E (S)

1. ? 5.1.1 Find 2 Enterprise level virtualization software for servers from at least 2 vendors (Hint: VMware Workstation Pro is a workstation/client based offering, not intended for servers!).
2. ? 5.1.2 Compare the products based on aspects like functionality, features, user interface, ease of use, technical support, training options, etc.
3. ? 5.1.3 Pick one of the vendors and explain why you picked that.
4. ? 5.1.4 How does licensing for VMs work with regards to Operating Systems and applications?

PRICING BREAKDOWN FOR BACKUP SYSTEM

5.1.5 Have all VM hardware and software, Quantity, Price, and URL link for purchasing them to add to a Price Quote.

SECTION 3 [10 MARKS] The customer is interested in an Enterprise backup solution (tape drive, server-based SAN backup, or cloud) that is cost effective, reliable and reasonably fast. [3 MARKS] BACKUP SOLUTION TYPES-2 PAGE(S) 3.1.1 Discuss the various backup system options (tape drive, server-based SAN backup, or cloud) 3.1.2 Discuss their strengths and weaknesses (including their features). [6 MARKS] BACKUP SOLUTION TO IMPLEMENT - 4 PAGE(S) 3.2.1 What hardware and software, if any, would you sell the customer to be installed on the server for backup purposes? (Important: The backup solution must be able to automate backups of all PCs and servers!) Compare at least 2 vendor's offerings (Veritas offerings are not acceptable), and pick 1 to implement. Explain why you chose that vendor. Compare the 2 backup solutions in terms of pricing (Ex: If comparing cloud- based solution toa server-based solution, compare the price based on a 5 year period.) 3.2.2 3.2.3 [1 MARKS] PRICING BREAKDOWN FOR BACKUP SYSTEM 3.3.1 Have the hardware & software, Quantity, Price, and URL link for purchasing them to add to the Price Quote. Seneca College of Applied Arts & Technology - School of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering Technology NET455 - Network Design Group Project SECTION 4 [8 MARKS] As they are going from 1 device connected to the internet, to all devices connected to the internet, the client requests you to select an appropriate ISP offering for their company. Furthermore, they would like to use cloud-based options for their website and email services. [2 MARKS] ISP COMPARISON - 1 PAGE(S) 4.1.1 Compare 2 ISP (Internet service provider) offerings, their cost, features like upload and download speed, etc. 4.1.2 Choose 1 option and explain why [2 MARKS] WEB HOSTING SERVICE - 1 PAGE(S) 4.2.1 Compare web hosting features of 2 vendors 4.2.2 Select the vendor offering that is best for the company. Explain why. [2 MARKS] EMAIL SERVICE - 1 PAGE(S) 4.3.1 Compare the email service of 2 cloud-based vendors (particularly features and cost) 4.3.2 Select the one that is best for the company. Explain why. [2 MARKS] PRICING BREAKDOWN ALL SECTION 4 ITEMS 4.4.1 Page 5 of 7 SECTION 5 [10 MARKS] The client plans to use the server it purchased as a VM host, so that there will be a print server, DNS server, DHCP server, file server, and remote access server. To do so, they will need a virtualization software. 5.1.2 Have all above service's Quantity, Price, and URL link for purchasing them to add to a Price Quote. Calculate all entries for a 5 year basis. [6 MARKS] VIRTUALIZATION SOFTWARE -3 PAGE(S) 5.1.1 Find 2 Enterprise level virtualization software for servers from at least 2 vendors (Hint: VMware Workstation Pro is a workstation/client based offering, not intended for servers!). Compare the products based on aspects like functionality, features, user interface, ease of use, technical support, training options, etc. Pick one of the vendors and explain why you picked that. How does licensing for VMs work with regards to Operating Systems and applications? 5.1.3 5.1.4 [2 MARKS] PRICING BREAKDOWN FOR BACKUP SYSTEM 5.1.5 Have all VM hardware and software, Quantity, Price, and URL link for purchasing them to add to a Price Quote.