Wired Networks

Wired networks are at the core of most office network infrastructures. They are used to connect the workstations in your office to local and remote network resources like printers, scanners, office databases, the internet etc… Garcom offers the following services to network your office:

• In-wall or surface mounted wiring
• Firewall install and configure port maps/ access rules
• Hubs and switches
• Router install and configure internet sharing
• VPN install and configure remote access/ site-2-site
• Patch Panel network termination

Wireless Networks - WiFi

Wireless networks also known as WiFi networks allow users to connect laptops, PDA’s and other WiFi compatible devises to data networks without the need for a physical connection from the device to the network. Wireless connectivity can also be scaled to create a wireless point-to-point connection up to 12 miles away. How does wireless networking fit into you company network?

• Extend your private network without pulling new wire
• Make it easy for your mobile workers to access the company network
• Add a public hot spot to your business for guest access or pay per use
• Connect 2 buildings to your private network instead of leasing a dedicated line or using internet bandwidth with a VPN

Network Resources

Network resources are services available to users on the company network. These services might include a file server, a shared printer, an email server, a database application, a scanner or even security cameras. These are only a few of the items that may be found on a company network. Often they are crucial to the functionality of the business.

Garcom has the knowledge and skills to plan, implement, and support today’s technology on your company’s local and remote networks:

• File Server (Mac, PC, Linux)
• Shared Printer (Mac, PC, Linux)
• Desktop/Laptop backup solutions (Mac, PC, Linux)
• Anti-virus Gateway - Scan incoming email
• Desktop anti-virus
• Fax Server - Send faxes from your desktop
• WiFi Hot spots – public/private and pay per use
• Groupware/ Email Server (Mac, PC, Linux) - Project management and shared calendars
• Server backup solutions (Mac, PC, Linux) - desktops and mobile laptops
• Database applications (Web based MySQL, FileMaker Pro, MS Access)
• IP Security Cameras monitor from your desktop and record to a central server
• Convert analog security cameras to IP camera access for remote viewing