Building a small network for a startup
Moalin, Abdulwahid (2025)
2025
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025052315268
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2025052315268
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This thesis designs a cost-effective and functioning network for a startup. Project aims to determine the most practical way to build a network while keeping in mind the company’s network needs. Network infrastructure of startups’ country of operation is taken into consideration and there were alternative implementation methods given for this reason.
The project examines two different network approaches: Cisco professional grade network and SOHO network. Although, Cisco’s professional-grade network offers more advanced network features, SOHO approach was chosen as the more practical option for the startup due to its lower cost and easier implementation.
In both approaches, the company’s needs were considered, and suitable network components were selected to design a network that meets those needs. The comparison between the two approaches included cost, ease of implementation, required technical skills, and scalability. This decision is also due to consideration that a professional-grade network require professionals to implement and manage it day-to-day and this would not be ideal for a startup.
The decision was also influenced by the fact that the company would not significantly benefit from a professional-grade network if it were to adopt cloud services such as Microsoft 365 Business packages. This project can be used as a reference for other small companies to build an affordable and functioning network.
The project examines two different network approaches: Cisco professional grade network and SOHO network. Although, Cisco’s professional-grade network offers more advanced network features, SOHO approach was chosen as the more practical option for the startup due to its lower cost and easier implementation.
In both approaches, the company’s needs were considered, and suitable network components were selected to design a network that meets those needs. The comparison between the two approaches included cost, ease of implementation, required technical skills, and scalability. This decision is also due to consideration that a professional-grade network require professionals to implement and manage it day-to-day and this would not be ideal for a startup.
The decision was also influenced by the fact that the company would not significantly benefit from a professional-grade network if it were to adopt cloud services such as Microsoft 365 Business packages. This project can be used as a reference for other small companies to build an affordable and functioning network.