Network Connectivity

Network connectivity is defined for this guide as the physical and logical path that the client devices use to connect to the messaging system.

Importance Rating. How sensitive is the organization to changing the network topology? Record the importance of this functionality in the table below.

Solutions Rating. The list below compares the specific functionalities of each solution:

  • Standard offering. Clients connect from the corporate network to Exchange Online via the organization’s existing Internet connection.

  • Dedicated offering. A dedicated circuit from the corporate network to Exchange Online is established.

  • On-premises solution. Bandwidth needs must be met for both clients and external e-mail.

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