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Factors affecting the design of a networked information system

When designing a network, consideration must be given to:

• How well the components can combine together
• The speed of the transfer of data
• The ease of use
• How secure the data is from unauthorised access or accidental loss and
• If the network achieves what it is supposed to do.

1. Compatibility of components
2. Bandwidth
3. Ability to produce required information
4. Cost
5. Need to secure confidential information

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