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Managing Departmental Networks: Experiences from University of Ibadan
by O. Osunade The University of Ibadan has been developing its Information and Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure over the last couple of years with significant results. The University is currently connected to the Internet using a VSAT and by means of wireless Local Area Networks (LANs) connect the dispersed users to a central location for Internet access. The need to utilize the University Internet access has given rise to more computer systems and computer networks in the various units of the University. These LANs vary in configuration, size and in number of computer systems connected. Most of these networks were implemented by IT professionals. However, the task of managing these networks after the contract period has led the networks to be underutilized, problematic and inefficient from the user’s view point. This paper presents solutions applicable to some of the common problem
O. Osunade Email: o.osunade@mail.ui.edu.ng, seyitan@hotmail.com
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