A Star-Bus Hybrid Network Infrastructure Design and Management Framework for St. Nicolas College of Business and Technology

Abstract

The need for higher speed internet connectivity as well as the protection of student's sensitive information has created the need for advanced networking systems. A complete network system will be implemented at St. Nicolas College of Business & Technology (SNC). The initial number of users will be approximately 300 but there is room for growth. The system will utilize a star-bus hybrid topology which supports the segregation of faults and central administration. VLSM within the SNC $10.10.0.0/16$ address block will allow optimal utilization of bandwidth while creating security by segregating departments. Technical testing included integration of firewall with IDS/IPS as well as development of an automated maintenance process. The findings show that this proposed infrastructure can provide a solid scalable and reliable platform for the institutions transition into a digital campus.