MCCCD Official Course Competencies:

BTO152   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)

MCCCD Official Course Outline:

BTO152   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