For class we have to upgrade an imaginary law firm network. We are allowed to get suggestions from any source. The assignment doesn't specify the existing hardware or budget. We have three large sites (Denver, Chicago, and New York), and 10 small remote sites. This is what we currently have. Any suggestions and/or tips are appreciated.
1. Dedicated T1 backbone between Denver, Chicago, New York.
2. The 10 small remote sites will use local DSL and be able to remote to our main offices.
3. Each workstation will be using Windows XP (IP's controlled/set remotely)
4. Server/s will be blade systems with backup hardware. We'll have weekly backups.
5. We will have battery power backups for the server/s.
6. Server/s will be running Windows Server 2008.
We are currently looking into firewall solutions for security as well if necessary. Not sure how secure the remote access will be. Any tips?
1. Dedicated T1 backbone between Denver, Chicago, New York.
2. The 10 small remote sites will use local DSL and be able to remote to our main offices.
3. Each workstation will be using Windows XP (IP's controlled/set remotely)
4. Server/s will be blade systems with backup hardware. We'll have weekly backups.
5. We will have battery power backups for the server/s.
6. Server/s will be running Windows Server 2008.
We are currently looking into firewall solutions for security as well if necessary. Not sure how secure the remote access will be. Any tips?