If you were setting up a network with 100 nodes and you wanted no more than 25 nodes per segment: what devices and connections would you use and why?

Since at present number user or nodes in an organization counts is 100 and it can be further extended. Moreover concurrent at presented is 25 nodes is active.

Explanation:

So as best practice network administrator has keep in mind and select hardware application.

1. Server with high end rams and further extendable.

2. Minimum life of hardware such as routers, switch or managed or firewall should be considered or two years. But to technology improvement it is possible for 1 year only

3. Upgradable hardware appliances and software updates should be possible with mini cost effect.

4. Network security   and update or upgradable workstation or desktop or laptop to be consideration.

5. Functional operation of an organization should run smoothly.