Small Office Network Design – Original Case Study

1. Introduction
This document is an original case study for a 20-user small office network.
2. Requirements Analysis
Internet access, file sharing, printer sharing, security.
3. Network Topology Selection
Star topology justification.
4. Hardware Selection
Routers, switches, cabling choices.
5. IP Address Planning
Private IP range design.
6. Network Diagram Explanation
Logical and physical layout.
7. Security Measures
Firewall rules and access control.
8. Cost Estimation
Budget planning for network setup.
9. Implementation Steps
Step-by-step deployment plan.
10. Testing & Troubleshooting
Connectivity and performance tests.
11. Maintenance Plan
Backup and monitoring.
12. Conclusion
Practical learning outcomes.