DESIGN AND SIMULATION OF LOCAL AREA NETWORK(LAN) FOR FEDERAL UNIVERSITY TEACHING HOSPITAL.

Student: Elisha Roland Eyo
Supervisor: Prof Andrew C A
HOD: Dr Moses Timothy
Department of Computer Science
FACULTY OF COMPUTING
Federal University of Lafia, Nasarawa State

Abstract

This project aims to design and simulate a wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) for Federal University Teaching Hospital Lafia (FUTH Lafia). The proposed network will enhance internet accessibility, support telemedicine services, and facilitate seamless communication among hospital staff. Using network simulation tools, this project will optimize LAN design parameters, ensuring reliable and efficient network performance. The expected outcome is a scalable and secure LAN infrastructure that supports the hospital's clinical, administrative, resource sharing and research needs. Key components, such as Fiber optics, routers, switches, Radios and cabling (e.g., Ethernet cables), are evaluated for their compatibility and performance. The implementation phase focuses on configuring the network devices, setting up IP addressing schemes (e.g., DHCP vs. static IP), and ensuring proper connectivity through structured cabling. Network protocols, including TCP/IP, are configured to enable seamless data transmission. This project aims to design and simulate a wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) for Federal University Teaching Hospital Lafia (FUTH Lafia). The proposed network will enhance internet accessibility, support telemedicine services, and facilitate seamless communication among hospital staff. Using network simulation tools, this project will optimize LAN design parameters, ensuring reliable and efficient network performance. The expected outcome is a scalable and secure LAN infrastructure that supports the hospital's clinical, administrative, resource sharing and research needs. Key components, such as Fiber optics, routers, switches, Radios and cabling (e.g., Ethernet cables), are evaluated for their compatibility and performance.

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