Physical ThreatsThreats can come from many sources and affect different parts of a system and network. There are physical threats that can compromise a system and prevent the use of network resources. Damage can occur to any piece of hardware connected to the system, such as servers, routers, switches, and workstations/PCs. Access must be controlled to the location where vital equipment is stored. Make sure all doors remain locked and only authorized people enter restricted areas. There may also be damage caused by electrical threats. A voltage spike or complete loss of power can shut down critical systems and have negative consequences throughout the business. The APC Smart-UPS RT 5000VA 230V will continue to provide backup power to existing and new stores. Server rooms will remain controlled to avoid extreme temperatures. Store policies should address maintenance issues for all network equipment to prevent future problems. Network Threats Threats can occur on a network, regardless of its type, whether wired or wireless. Ensuring adequate security for the network should ensure minimal disruption. Network threats can be divided into four classes: structured threats, unstructured threats, insider threats, and external threats. Structured threats usually come from people with in-depth knowledge of computer systems. These experienced hackers will attempt to extract information, commit fraud, and destroy or modify records on the targeted network. They will use any means possible to collect information about network systems, including phishing, pharming, and impersonation. Making company employees aware of these tactics can help prevent them from disclosing vital information...... middle of paper ......influence the speeds of your networks and connected devices. Three types of wiring are commonly used; coaxial, twisted pair and optical fiber. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. Kudler Fine Foods has a twisted pair or 100BaseT LAN network that uses Cat-5 cables. This corresponds to the speed necessary for the operation of the network. The connection between stores is provided by dedicated T3 lines using coaxial cable with speeds of 44.736 Mbit/s. There is also a dedicated OC-1 line connecting the home office to each store. This line is a SONET line with transmission speeds of up to 51.84 Mbps.ConclusionA network faces physical and network threats that disrupt or compromise system resources. Preventative measures are used to protect company assets. There are many building blocks associated with a network, each building block can affect how the network operates and how it is protected..