you are starting up a new business and have

just rented an office with cubicles and
desks already provided. you will have a
total of 20 employees including yourself.
5 employees will be mobile users with
Office 2007 software, another 5 will be
doing CAD/CAM design and need computers
with TurboCAD software and office 2007.
Remaining 10 computers should be regular
desktop computers running Office 2007.
All computers are running
Windows XP Proffional.
Assignment-make a plan of what computers
and components are needed to build this
office network. List computer details and
associated information. Add 1 laser printer
and 1 color printer Add a server to run
Windows 2003 Server and Email. You will
need a 20 user license for server, list
email software package as well.

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To build an office network for your new business with the specified requirements, the following computers and components are needed:

1. Mobile Users:
- 5 laptops with Windows XP Professional.
- Office 2007 software licenses for each laptop.

2. CAD/CAM Design Users:
- 5 desktop computers with Windows XP Professional.
- TurboCAD software licenses for each desktop computer.
- Office 2007 software licenses for each desktop computer.

3. Regular Desktop Users:
- 10 desktop computers with Windows XP Professional.
- Office 2007 software licenses for each desktop computer.

4. Printers:
- 1 laser printer.
- 1 color printer.

5. Server:
- Windows 2003 Server license with a 20 user license.

6. Email Software:
- Select an email software package that is compatible with Windows 2003 Server. Microsoft Exchange Server is a popular choice for small to medium businesses.

When choosing the computers and components, consider the necessary specifications for the intended software usage. For example, the CAD/CAM design computers might require higher processing power and graphics capabilities compared to regular desktop computers.

It is important to also ensure that all necessary cables, network switches, and routers are included to connect the computers to the server and network.

Additionally, consider backup and security solutions for your network to protect your data and ensure smooth operation.