Interactive Network Design Project

Interactive Network Design Final Project

Pedro A Viorato

NTC/362

January 2, 2014

Dr. Steven Mohan

University of Phoenix

Interactive Network Design Final Project

After thoroughly reviewing the network that Kudler Fine Foods is currently using, it has been determined that a complete overhaul will need to be implemented in order to make sure that all the Networks that Kudler Fine Foods is currently using are up to date with the latest innovation in technology. The following research paper will explain the network’s fundamental characteristics and components. It will also evaluate the current network topology. The research paper will also discuss the standards that are applicable to the Integrative Network Design Project.

It is very important the Kudler Fine Foods implement a WAN in order to link all three locations together which will enable Kudler Fine Foods to have an internal Wireless Area Network (WAN) for each of their store locations. Kudler Fine Foods has requested to use VoIP for each of their multi store network. In order to achieve this goal we will be utilizing several protocols. One of the protocols that would need to be used is the Transfer Control Protocol (TCP); the TCP is the main foundation of any data transfer. The TCP is something that email, internet, and the FTP rely on in order to operate properly; if the TCP/IP where not present there would be no email, Internet or FTP.

Kudler Fine Foods can utilize two other different protocols which are mainly designed to process packets through any network. The two other protocols are as follows: the X.25 and the Frame Relay. After reviewing what kind of protocols will be needed, it was decided to utilize the Frame Relay protocol instead of the X.25 protocol. The use of Frame Relay allows a reduction of any overhead which is associated with the transmission of data. In order to reach the required bandwidth, we recommended that Kudler Fine Foods use a T1 line which will allow the proper bandwidth from one node to another. By using a T1 line it will give all customers the option of data burst on the line. If the network somehow becomes congested it will be controlled in order to keep everyone satisfied. Frame Relay will allow the detection of an error and will drop the frame. The network is divided by the OSI model into seven different layers. The layers that are divided by the OSI, gives a description of all the protocols and functions. By using the Frame Relay protocol it allows the exclusion of any 3 layer protocol because all operations are normally performed by the second OSI layer.

Kudler Fine Foods Current System Analysis

Kudler Fine Foods