From the course: CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Cert Prep

Capacity planning

From the course: CompTIA Security+ (SY0-701) Cert Prep

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Capacity planning

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- [Instructor] Capacity planning is an essential process where organizations anticipate and adjust for future demands. This proactive approach helps businesses maintain seamless operations and ensures that they can effectively respond to future challenges. Let's cover three critical areas of capacity planning, technology capacity, infrastructure capacity, and people capacity planning. In the realm of technology, having updated tools and systems is crucial. These systems must be robust enough to manage routine tasks, unexpected challenges, and the ever-evolving threat landscape. For instance, servers should be equipped to manage surges in user activity or large-scale data transfers, and the network must be fortified with protective mechanisms to counter threats, particularly DDoS attacks. Infrastructure plays a vital role in capacity planning. Redundancy is key. Having multiple data centers in varied geographic locations ensures the risks from larger events, like natural disasters, are mitigated. This redundancy combined with the reliable power sources and efficient cooling mechanisms allows for quicker recovery and continuous operations, even under strain. As for people, organizations need a staff that's strong and adaptable. It's essential to have enough skilled staff on-hand, ready to tackle security breaches or system malfunctions. Incorporating cross-training into the organization's routine ensures adaptability. If one team member is unavailable, another with the same skill set can step in, maintaining the organization's defensive posture and responsiveness.

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