This posting addresses network topologies and diagnostics.
Question 1
Troubleshooting network problems requires familiarity with many different network technologies and both hardware and software diagnostic tools. Describe two different network topologies and some preliminary common sense steps to take before breaking out the diagnostic tools.
Question 2
You are to network a ten story building capable of supporting 100 computers on each floor.
a. What topology would work best for this project?
b. What network hardware will be needed to accomplish the networking project?
c. Explain your choices for the topology and hardware chosen for this IT project.