Date of Award
12-19-2016
Degree Type
Research Project Report (Capstone)
Degree Name
Master of Science in Information Technology
Department
Computing and Information Sciences
First Advisor
Nicholas S. Rosasco
Abstract
The purpose of this project is to design a suitable network system for universities in developing countries. The aim was to design a network with high-quality security and low cost, in such a way that network devices of universities in developing countries, will meet standards associated with the universities in developed countries. This project will help to enhance education in developing countries. There are many devices that were used in designing the network, such as routers, switches, backup, firewall, and servers. All devices were connected to each other to make integration network system and configured by putting IP addresses to all devices. Although the budget for this design network was low, it needed to have a high level of security. Accordingly, it incorporated several mechanisms including a firewall device that prevents any unfavorable data from entering into the network. Additionally, all devices in the network were secured by passwords, and these passwords were encrypted to be more secure. Moreover, each computer in the network was secured by antivirus programs and a backup system. This research discussed in details the budget challenges that the network faced in developing countries. Developing countries have a limited budget that affects choosing devices in the network such as servers. The servers used for this network design are DHCP server and DNS servers. This presentation and design included additional components such as a web server, mail server, etc.
Recommended Citation
AlSarhan, Rafid Salih Sarhan, "Computer Network Design for Universities in Developing Countries" (2016). Information Technology Capstone Research Project Reports. 2.
https://scholar.valpo.edu/itcrpr/2
