Unit 05: LO 5 - 5.4 - Install, Configure, Test & Deploy 

Install

Choosing the Correct Installation Method:

• Figure out how many people need the software: If it's just you, a local (single-user) install will do. If it's your whole class or office, you're looking at network or server deployment.

• Check the software's needs: Does it need a lot of computer power or storage? This could affect whether you install it on individual computers or on a powerful central server.

Checking the License Requirement:

• Read the License Agreement: Usually, this is a long document that you should read (even if it's boring) because it tells you how many computers are allowed to run the software.

• Type of License: Check if the license is concurrent (can be used by a certain number of users at the same time) or non-concurrent (each device needs its own license).

Configure

Configuring User Preferences:

• Language and Theme: Set the software language, color theme, or any other user-specific settings.

• Notifications: Decide what kind of notifications you want the software to send you.

Configuring Network Ports:

• Find Out Which Ports are Needed: The software documentation should tell you which network ports need to be open for the software to work.

• Open/Close Ports: Go into your network settings and open or close the necessary ports.

Test and Deploy

Testing the Configuration:

• Run the Software: Make sure it opens correctly and all features are working.

• Check Network Access: If it's a network or server-based application, test whether you can access it from a different computer on the network.

Using Local and Network Deployment Methods:

• Local: If you’re only installing it for yourself, simply open the installer on your own computer and go through the setup process.

• Network: For multiple users, you might need to put the installer on a shared network location and either manually install it on each device or push it out using network deployment tools.

And there you go! After you've gone through these steps, your software should be up and running. Make sure to test it out thoroughly to catch any problems early.