Network Architecture

NC6

Jay-Bernadine Skennar

Question 1: Hardware Selection

a. List the compulsory hardware and software components and detail the models and brand names of the hardware that you will use to build your Linux server.

b. Explain to confirm the compatibility for each of the following combinations: the motherboard and the Suse operating system; the processor and the motherboard; the network card and the Suse operating system; the SATAII hard disks and motherboard.

c. Prepare a cost summary for all required hardware to build the Linux server.

Question 2: Server Application Selection

a. List the version and the name of the server application and explain with reasons why such an application can support connection to 100 Windows Vista/7 Workstations.

b. Name the version and the type of software program that you have to use on Windows Vista/7 workstations in order to connect to the server and briefly explain the configuration steps.

Question 3: Software and Licensing Cost

a. Prepare a cost summary for the Linux based server application and the Client Access Licenses