In the previous chapters, we discussed designs around hardware, designs around software, and generic concepts. Most of this work is simple when you already have a network that you are extending, but if you have a greenfield network, then there is more planning to do.
When you are done with this chapter, you should have the grasp of the following topics:
- A good understanding of network design fundamentals
- Ideas about what network hardware and software to use
- Knowledge of how to run a Proof of Concept (PoC) with a vendor
- An understanding of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and what level of support is needed