Network Upgrades
Technology and the internet have advanced dramatically over the past two decades. It has reached the point where we rely on these technologies for communication, business, infrastructure, and much more. As such, we need to keep our equipment up to date with consistent network upgrades.
But, of course, this rapid advancement also means tech that was once top of the line becomes quickly outdated. And these days, an outdated network often means a slow or inefficient network, which can lead to downtime or difficulties performing necessary daily operations. Therefore, a business needs to keep its network relatively up to date to ensure that it can provide the most benefit. Fortunately, Network Connections is here to help with any required network upgrades.
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Steps to Network Upgrades
Depending on the state of the network and hardware, there may be several different steps to upgrading it. The first is to evaluate the condition and age of the hardware in use. For example, if a business is still using a router or other equipment that is highly aged, chances are that they are not getting the speeds or traffic that they would like. This, of course, means that this outdated hardware needs replacing. This may also include running new cabling if it is damaged or improperly routed. Other parts of the network infrastructure may also need to be upgraded, depending on the current network state and the business needs.
What is Infrastructure Upgrade?
Old or outdated equipment is not the only reason for a network upgrade. It may be that a business is growing or looking to expand, and they need its network to keep up. In these cases, an infrastructure upgrade will often be needed to prep the network expansion. The infrastructure is all the parts and pieces that make up a network. While this does include devices, hardware, and software, there’s more. There’s also the foundational elements of the network, such as cabling and circuits. For example, if a network needs to be expanded, it often requires adding courses and running additional cabling to equip it to handle more traffic and bandwidth.
Waiting on Network Upgrades Costs the Business
Some businesses may continue to put off network upgrades because the current one still “works”. While understandable, they may cost the business more over time. For example, when a network is outdated, it is likely to run slower and less efficiently. This leads to slowdowns, downtime spent fixing the network, person-hours for diagnosing issues, and much more. These things add up over time and are likely costing the business a lot more money and time than they realize. On the other hand, when a business network runs efficiently, this money and time can be redirected to actual productive activities that grow the business and bring in more customers or clients.
Ready for Your Business Network to Run Better Than Ever?
If you are tired of slow network traffic or downtime, let Network Connections set your business up with the best network it has ever had. Here at Network Connections, tech and networking is our passion. We have been in this field since 1993, and these years of experience have made us high-level experts. We will be able to advise you on and install the most appropriate upgrades that will take your network to the next level. Feel free to contact us at (215) 443-5533 with any questions regarding our services.