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FIT Student Papers [24]
Selected student papers from the Faculty of Information Technology
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Access controls on IP based cameras in IoT ecosystem
(Strathmore University, 2019)Internet of things (IoT) is a concept of connected things that allows embedded devices, sensors and actuators to interconnect and share data thus bridging the gap between physical devices and virtual objects. The concept ... -
Employee awareness on social engineering threats in the financial sector
(Strathmore University, 2019)Despite the great gains that have been achieved through use of the Internet, a lot of threats have also emanated in equal measure from its increased usage. Some of the threats are largely associated with cyber-attacks. ... -
Developing an automated malware detection, analysis and reporting tool for MS-Windows
(Strathmore University, 2019)Memory and computer forensics is a field that has witnessed a lot of advancements in the recent past. Memory forensics enables investigators acquire and investigate the content of a computer’s RAM while computer forensics ... -
An Automatic soiled linen detection prototype for hospital ward caregivers
(Strathmore University, 2019)The well-being of a hospital patient is highly prioritized by the provision of a clean and safe environment with the aim of improving the rate of patient’s recovery. Continuous patients’ checks and alert mechanisms are ... -
A Real time electricity usage monitoring system using smart meters for wastage detection in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)Electricity utilities face dual challenges of generation and distribution. While many utilities are now migrating their operations into modern digitized platforms, most of these utilities have had to rely on old systems ... -
A System to detect suspicious activities in network traffic
(Strathmore University, 2019)Modern enterprise networks have become targets of attacks from Internet malware including worms, self-propagating bots, spamming bots, client-side infects (drive-by downloads) and phishing attacks. The results of a ... -
Dynamic vehicle routing model using geometric Brownian motion
(Strathmore University, 2019)Traffic jams are one of the most common problems associated with urban areas worldwide. The effects of traffic congestion are usually felt during peak hours of the day and in cases of accidents or bad weather. Essentially, ... -
Mobile application to assist cancer patients access healthcare and funding in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)Cancer has posed to be a killer disease over time. Most patients die of cancer due to lack of access to early screening and effective treatment and lack of medical funds. Cancer treatment is deemed expensive thus most ... -
A Web based tool for securing digital evidence
(Strathmore University, 2019)Digital forensics is defined as a scientific knowledge and methods applied to the identification, acquisition, preservation, examination, and analysis of information stored or transmitted in binary form in a manner acceptable ... -
A Monte Carlo tree search algorithm for optimization of load scalability in database systems
(Strathmore University, 2019)Variable environmental conditions and runtime phenomena require developers of complex business information systems to expose configuration parameters to system administrators. This allows system administrators to intervene ... -
LAN security vulnerability analysis framework: case of National Irrigation Board
(Strathmore University, 2019)In today’s environment, many organisation like National Irrigation Board, have adopted open policies on the utilization of LAN where users may plug in unknown devices. Without the right network frameworks, it is difficult ... -
A Mobile health application for patient monitoring in maternal healthcare
(Strathmore University, 2019)With the recent global uptake of mobile devices and mobile connectivity services, a new avenue for the dispatch of health information services to patients by health facilities has emerged. Mobile health applications ... -
Mitigating security implications of bringing your own device in an enterprise environment
(Strathmore University, 2019)The rapid growth in the bring your own device (BYOD) phenomenon, has resulted in the introduction of personal mobile devices in the Enterprise environment. The benefit derived from embracing BYOD in organisations is enhanced ... -
A Vision-based approach to fall detection for elderly patients receiving home-based care
(Strathmore University, 2019)Falls present one of the unintentional accidents for people in the world. The adverse effects of a fall vary with the nature of the fall and the impact with the ground or object. Essentially, falls rarely occur in the daily ... -
A Blockchain approach for detecting counterfeit academic certificates in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)There has been an increase in the number of people seeking to pursue higher education and secure employment in different sectors across Kenya and the world at large. Consequently, there has been an exponential increase in ... -
A Tool for tracking land transactional activities: case of land registry in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)Land transactions contribute significantly to the economic activity, growth and development of a country. With a steady increase in population and devolution of land registries in Kenya, land transactions take place all ... -
Real-time monitoring system for drunk driver through Internet of Things - a case of Nairobi County, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)One of the major causes of traffic accidents and crashes globally is drunk driving. Though driving under influence of alcohol is illegal, drivers still find themselves doing it. This has resulted to deaths and fatalities ... -
A Location-based commodity ordering and delivery system: case of boarding schools in Nairobi
(Strathmore University, 2019)There is general preference of boarding schools by parents in the bracket of middle and upper class to ease pressure of caring for the children vis a vis work pressure. The matter is compounded by new Kenyan government ... -
IoT Based realtime fish pond water quality monitoring model
(Strathmore University, 2019)Fish farming contributes significantly to food security in developing countries throughout the world. It supplements income and is a source of protein in majority of rural and urban homes. Fish farmers however, are faced ... -
A Secure end to end verifiable e-voting system using cryptography: a case of Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission of Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)Elections that are run purely on manual voting system have presented a plethora of challenges that have often affected the credibility of elections done entirely using the traditional manual voting system. Countries round ...
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