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Network Configuration Checklist
Network Planning and Design
Assess network requirements and goals
Design network topology (LAN, WAN, VLANs)
Select appropriate hardware (routers, switches, firewalls)
Plan IP addressing scheme (IPv4/IPv6)
Determine network bandwidth and performance needs
Hardware and Software Configuration
Install and configure network devices (routers, switches)
Set up and configure firewall rules
Install and update network management software
Configure Network Address Translation (NAT)
Implement Quality of Service (QoS) settings
Security and Monitoring
Enable network encryption protocols (SSL/TLS, IPsec)
Set up intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
Configure access control lists (ACLs)
Implement network monitoring tools (SNMP, NetFlow)
Regularly update firmware and software patches