Maricopa Community Colleges  BPC152   19956-20016 
Official Course Description:   MCCCD Approval:  09/25/01
BPC152      19956-20016 LEC 1 Credit(s) 1 Period(s)
Basics of the Small Office Network
Advantages and disadvantages of small office electronic networks. Hardware and software considerations. Maintenance, training, and backup issues. Prerequisites: None.
Cross-References:   BTO152
 
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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
 
BPC152   19956-20016 Basics of the Small Office Network
1. Define the small office electronic network. (I)
2. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of electronic networking in the small office. (II)
3. Describe basic hardware and software considerations for a small-office local area network (LAN). (III)
4. Describe maintenance, training, and backup requirements for the small office electronic network. (IV)
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BPC152   19956-20016 Basics of the Small Office Network
    I. Defining the small office electronic network
      II. Advantages/disadvantages of electronic networking
          A. Advantages
            1. Cost savings
            2. Shared devices
            3. Shared files
            4. Speed
            5. Efficiency
            6. Communication
            7. Group calendars
          B. Disadvantages
            1. Cost
            2. Security
            3. Reliability (down time)
            4. Technical expertise required
            5. Lack of independence
        III. Considerations for a small-office local area network (LAN)
            A. Hardware
            B. Software C.` Working with a consultant
          IV. Coordinating the small-office electronic network
              A. Maintenance issues
              B. Training resources
              C. Backup issues
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