Browsing MSIT Theses and Dissertations by Issue Date
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Effect of security mechanisms on the performance of wireless local area network.
(Strathmore University, 9)Wireless networks gain their popularity and fame by providing users with several advantages in accessing information. WLANs provide true mobility and flexibility to users. Another advantage of wireless technology is ... -
A Software upgrades investment model : a case of Windows operating system in Kenya.
(Strathmore University, 2008)The revolution of software has introduced new actors and market mechanisms. Effective software management is crucial for development and survival of any company. IT upgrades investment in a crucial part in software management. ... -
IT business value the case of kenyan insurance companies
(Strathmore University, 2008)This research addresses the perpetual problem raised by many companies on how to improve management of value from Information Technology (IT). Evidence in academic and professional literature shows firms often perceive ... -
A GIS decision based model for determining the best path for connection to a power distribution network a case study of Kenya power and lighting company limited
(Strathmore University, 2008)The purpose of this study is to present a GIS based decision model for determining the best path for connection to a power distribution network. The model was derived from studies that consider the design of the power ... -
A framework for evaluating ICT use in teacher education A case study of the primary teacher training colleges in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2008)Teachers are under increasing pressure to use Information and Communication Technology to impart to students the knowledge, skills and attitudes they need to survive in the 21st Century. The teaching profession needs to ... -
A Framework for optimizing internet bandwidth utilization a kenyan perspective
(Strathmore University, 2008)The cost of internet bandwidth in Kenya, just like in other developing countries, is significantly high compared to the developed countries. The challenge of this research is to look at ways of making the most optimal use ... -
A Secure M-payment for M-commerce in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2008)There has been a tremendous growth in mobile communications in Kenya over the last decade that has totally transformed how people communicate. This has presented opportunities for business to change how they operate, which ... -
Information security awareness in the kenyan aviation industry
(Strathmore University, 2008)People have always been an important factor in securing the information technology environment. They need to be made aware of its importance, as well as what their role is in securing information assets. Despite the ... -
Mobile phone voting using blind signature protocol
(Strathmore University, 2008)This project presents a generic secure electronic voting scheme for mobile phones, based on teh work of Y. Feng S Ng and S. Schwiderski-Grosche (2005), which can be implemented in contexts that require secure casting of ... -
Addressing ubiquitous information dissemination in the agricultural sector (Imenti north district) :using WAE and WAP technology
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Integration of information systems in management of public and private universities in Kenya : a case of JKUAT and Strathmore University.
(Strathmore University, 2009)The integration of information systems in the management of universities was determined by analyzing the following : i) A model that determines the alignment of Information systems with the Universities’ business strategy ... -
Determining continuity of quality in e-government systems : a Kenyan government perspective. Thesis
(Strathmore University, 2009)This research set to investigate and identify ways through which the Kenyan government would achieve a sustainable quality as it embarks on e-government systems adoption and implementation. The main focus of the research ... -
A Secure and verifiable internet voting system using homomorphic scheme.
(Strathmore University, 2009)Institutions are changed with the actions of ensuring the rights of its members to participate in a democratic election, this is surpassing all the limitations of the traditional voting system, and the development of an ... -
An Assessment of security in critical information systems used by universities in Kenya.
(Strathmore University, 2009)n Kenya, rarely are cases concerning data security breaches in universities reported. This does not mean that there are no such cases nor does it mean that the information systems used by the universities are secure. ... -
Development of e-census system : a case study for Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
(Strathmore University, 2009)Census in Kenya is conducted after every ten years using printed questionnaire, as a result, the Kenyan Government lacks timely and accurate data on the actual population after initial capturing of demographic data, there ... -
A Framework for the implimentation of mobile computing in a university environment : a case study of Strathmore University.
(Strathmore University, 2009)The adoption of mobile computing devices and technologies has increased tremendously over the last couple of years. This research in a) Investigates the different types of mobile devices that are commercially available. ... -
Executive Information Systems : critical success factors for adoption and usage in Kenyan organizations.
(Strathmore University, 2009)Research on Executive Information Systems (EIS) in Kenya, African and rest of the world ahs been limited and even less has focused on factors associated with EIS successful usage. In recent years, a number of organizations ... -
Modeling a methodology for evaluation of wide area network technologies in Kenya.
(Strathmore University, 2009)Data communication Networks are increasingly becoming a permanent feature in modern business organizations. Local Area Networks (LANs) Metropolitan Area Networks (MANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs) have gained so much use ... -
Exploratory research on IT projects : a case study of Kenya Pipeline Company.
(Strathmore University, 2009)This study was an exploratory research to demonstrate the various constraints that plagued the IT projects. The Chaos Report of 2004, a survey carried out by the Standish Research group revealed that 75% of all IT projects ... -
Anomaly and misuse intrusion detection model : using neuro-fuzzy logic.
(Strathmore University, 2009)Intrusion detection systems are increasingly a key part of systems defense. Various approaches to intrusion detection are currently being used, but they are relatively ineffective. A major concern of existing anomaly ...
