Assignment Cover Sheet

Qualification Module Number and Title

HD in Computing and Software Engineering / Computer Architecture - CSE4001

HD in Network Technology and Cyber Security “Operating Principles of the Computer
Architecture”
Student Name & No. Assessor

R.D. Masith Shanelka Daniru Mr. Priyanga

CL/HDNET/CMU/43/11
Hand out date Submission Date
28th of February 2024 26th of March 2024
Assessment type Duration/Length of Weighting of Assessment
Assessment Type
WRIT1-Coursework 3 weeks (3000 Words) 100%

Learner declaration

I, Masith Shanelka Daniru, CL/HDNET/CMU/43/11, certify that the work submitted for this assignment is
my own and that research sources are fully acknowledged.

Marks Awarded

First assessor

IV marks

Agreed grade

Signature of the assessor Date

 FEEDBACK FORM

INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY

Module: Computer Architecture - CSE4001

Student: R.D. Masith Shanelka Daniru, CL/HDNET/CMU/43/11
Assessor: Mr. Priyanga
Assignment: Operating Principles of the Computer Architecture

Strong features of your work:

Areas for improvement:

Marks Awarded:

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Computer Architecture - CSE4001

Operating Principles of the Computer

Architecture

Name: R.D. Masith Shanelka Daniru

ICBT Student ID: CL/HDNET/CMU/43/11
Cardiff University ID: 20305696

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 Acknowledgment

I would like to sincerely express my heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Priyanga, our exceptional course
instructor, for his unwavering dedication to providing us. Furthermore, I want to take a moment
to deeply appreciate the remarkable efforts made by my colleagues in engaging in discussions
and forming fruitful collaborations that undeniably enriched my comprehension of the subject
matter. Equally important, I must extend my heartfelt thanks to my dear family and supportive
friends for their continuous encouragement and remarkable patience they have been pillars of
strength throughout my academic journey. Their unwavering belief in me has been a constant
source of motivation and support, and for that, I am sincerely grateful.

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 Summary

Task 1 was completed by me, utilizing various critical concepts such as 2's complement
representation for numerical operations, adept number system conversions for versatile
calculations, effective application of Boolean laws for logical evaluations, and the
implementation of logic gates for precise decision-making processes. Following a meticulous
analysis of the distinct roles and responsibilities within each department, Task 2 was executed
with precision. This involved the meticulous assignment of suitable computer types and
software requirements, giving due consideration to the specific needs of the system.
Additionally, expert recommendations for computer models were made, aligning with the
exact system specifications to optimize performance. A comprehensive evaluation was
undertaken towards the conclusion of Task 2, where I provided a detailed overview of the
strengths and weaknesses apparent in the proposed computer systems. Furthermore, insights
into potential future enhancements for each system were outlined, ensuring a forward-thinking
approach toward improvement and innovation.

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 Table of Content

Cover Sheet…………………………………………………………………….2
Acknowledgment………………………………………………………………3
Summary……………………………………………………………………….4
Table of Contents……………………………………………………………....5
Table of Figures…………………………………………….………………….6
Introduction ……………………………………………………………………7
Part 01 Tasks
No 1…………………………………………………………….8
No 2…………………………………………………………….13
No 3…………………………………………………………….17
No 4…………………………………………………………….21
No 5…………………………………………………………….23

Part 02 Assignment Brief

No 1……………………………………………………………25
No 2……………………………………………………………30
No 3……………………………………………………………35
No 4……………………………………………………………39
References…………………………………………………………………….40
Turnitin report………………………………………………………………...44

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 Table of Figures

Figure 1.........................................................................................17
Figure 2.........................................................................................18
Figure 3.........................................................................................19
Figure 4.........................................................................................20
Figure 5.........................................................................................21
Figure 6.........................................................................................21
Figure 7.........................................................................................22

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 • Introduction for Part 1

The assignment is based on a title called "Operating Principles of computer

architecture". The first part of the task consists of questions about "Number systems,
Logic Gates, and Operating Systems". Some of the questions cover converting numbers
from octal to decimal, 2s complement representations of 8, 12, and 16 bits and binary
arithmetic operations using the 2's complement method, basic operating system
knowledge, Boolean simplifications using Boolean law and truth tables to derive
Boolean equations.

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Part 01 Task

1)
a)
i) 5348

5 3 4

2 1 0

82 81 80

5*64 3*8 4*1

320 24 4

320 + 24 + 4

3488

ii) 43548
4 3 5 4

3 2 1 0

83 82 81 80

4*512 3*64 5*8 4*1

2048 192 40 4

2048 + 192 + 40 + 4

228410

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b)

i) 1110112
1 1 1 0 1 1

5 4 3 2 1 0

25 24 23 22 21 20

1*32 1*16 1*8 0*4 1*2 1*1

32 16 8 0 2 1

32 + 16 + 8 + 0 + 2 + 1

5910

ii) 00110012
0 0 1 1 0 0 1
6 5 4 3 2 1 0

26 25 24 23 22 21 20

0*64 0*32 1*16 1*8 0*4 0*2 1*1

0 0 16 8 0 0 1

0 + 0 + 16 + 8 + 1

2510

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c)
i) -74
8 Bit binary representation of 74 = 010010102 74
1’s Complement of 74 = 101101012 2/74 = 0
2’s Complement of 74 = (1’s Complement + 1) 2/37 = 1
10110101 2/18 = 0
00000001+ 2/9 = 1
10110110 2/4 = 0
2/2 = 0
-74 2’s Complement is 101101102 2/1 = 1

ii) 142

8 Bit binary representation of 142 = 100011102 142

2’s Complement of 142 = 100011102 2/142 = 0

2/71=1
► (In 2's complement representation, positive numbers are stored in
2/35=1
binary form in the same way that they are written in decimal form.)
2/17=1
⸫100011102 2/8=0
2/4=0
2/2=0
2/1=1

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d)

i) 1014
12 Bit binary representation of 1014 = 0011111101102 1014
2’s Complement of 1014 = 0011111101102 2/1014=0

⸫0011111101102 2/507=1
2/253=1
2/126=0
2/63=1
2/31=1
2/15=1
2/7=1

126 2/3=1
ii) -126
2/126=0 2/1=1
12 Bit binary representation of 126 = 0000011111102 2/63=1
2/31=1
1’s Complement of 126 = 1111100000012 2/15=1
2/7=1
2’s Complement of 126 = (1’s Complement + 1)
2/3=1
111110000001 2/1=1
000000000001+

111110000010

1111100000102

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e)

i) -1684

16 Bit binary representation of 1684 = 00000110100101002 1684

2/1684=0
1’s Complement of 1684 = 11111001011010112
2/842=0
2’s Complement of 1684 = (1’s Complement + 1) 2/421=1
2/210=0
1111100101101011
2/105=1
0000000000000001+
2/52=0
1111100101101100 2/26=0
2/13=1
2/6=0
⸫11111001011011002 2/3=1
2/1=1

ii) 892 892

2/892=0
16 Bit binary representation of 892 = 00000011011111002
2/446=0
2’s Complement of 892 = 00000011011111002 2/223=1
2/111=1
⸫00000011011111002
2/55=1
2/27=1
2/13=1
2/6=0
2/3=1
2/1=1

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2)
a) Sum of -7 and 25 25 7
2/25=1 2/7=1
-7 = 00111 2/12=0 2/3=1
2/6=0 2/1=1
11000 (1’s Complement)
2/3=1
00001+
2/1=1
11001 (2’s Complement)

25 11001

-7 11001+ ⸫100102

110010

Carry

b) Sum of -14 and -11

-14 = 011102 14 11
10001 (1’s Complement) 2/14=0 2/11=1
00001+ 2/7=1 2/5=1

100102 (2’s Complement) 2/3=1 2/2=0

2/1=1 2/1=1

11 = 010112
10100 (1’s Complement)
00001+
101012 (2’s Complement)

14 100102 001112

11 101012 + 1-

1001112 001102 110012 (Invert)

Over bit

⸫ 110012

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c) Multiplication of -3 by -8
3 8
3 = 00112
2/3=1 2/8=0
1100 (1’s Complement)
2/1=1 2/4=0
0001+
11012 (2’s Complement) 2/2=0
2/1=1

8 = 10002
0111 (1’s Complement)
0001+
10002 (2’s Complement)

1 0 0 02
Sign bit 1 1 0 12 *

1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0 11111000
00000000 +
+ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 11111000
1 1 1 1 1 0 0 0
11111000
+ 1 1 1 0 0 0 X X 11100000 +
011011000
0 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 0
011011000
- 1 1 0 0 0 X X X 11000000 –
110011000
1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 02
Over Bits

⸫ 110002

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d) Multiplication of -12 by -5 12 5
12 = 011002 2/12=0 2/5=1
100112 (1’s Complement) 2/6=0 2/2=0
00001+ 2/1=1
2/3=1
101002 (2’ Complement)
2/1=1
5 = 001012
110102 (1’s Complement)
00001+
110112 (2’ Complement)

1 1 0 1 12
1 0 1 0 02 *
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
+ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 x
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
+ 1 1 1 0 1 1 x x
1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0
+ 0 0 0 0 0 x x x
1 1 1 0 1 1 0 0 11101100

- 1 0 1 1 x x x x 10110000 –

0 0 1 1 1 1 0 02 00111100

Over bit

⸫ 1111002

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e) Division of -40 by -2

40 = 00101000 40
2/40=0
11010111 (1’s Compliment)
2/20=0
1+
2/10=0
110110002 2/5=1
2/2=0
2 = 10 2/1=1

01 (1’s Complement)
1+
102
1101100
10 11011000
10
10
10
01
00
11
10
10
10
00
00
0
1101100
0 0 1 0 0 1 1 (Invert)
1+ ⸫ 000101002
0010100

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3)
a)
The microprocessor is the wisdom of the computer. It contains the arithmetic, logic,
and control parts. it will be described below.

►Control Unit - The CPU is responsible for supervising instructions,

establishing task order, controlling data flow, and coordinating components,
making it essential for significant tasks and instructions execution.

►Arithmetic and logic unit - The ALU performs all arithmetic and logic
operations on instruction words, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication,
and division, without directly dealing with memory.

►Registers - When instructions are executed, data is stored and manipulated

in registers, a type of computer memory integrated into the CPU. Registers
can store any data type, instruction, or storage location.

► Cache - Cache memory is a fast, smaller memory used to store frequently

used data from main memory regions, with multiple independent caches in a
central processing unit (CPU) to reduce average access time to data.

Figure 1

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b)
We can identify four key functions of the processor. It is described as follows:

►Fetch - In the fetch stage, instruction is extracted from RAM. The

processor receives this memory using several units and registers, such as:

Program counter: It functions by indicating the memory line that

contains the following instructions for the CPU.

Register (memory address): often known as the memory address, is

in charge of copying PC information and passing it on to RAM. The
address pins on the CPU are used for this.

Register (memory data): It transfers the address from memory to an

internal registry.

Register (discourse):
That is the location of the written instruction. From then on, the
control unit duplicates the material to complete the instruction cycle.

►Decode - For the processor to comprehend the instructions, it also decodes

the programming into binary code. The CPU uses the ALU to finish this
operation.

►Execute - When executing program directions, It transfers data to and from

different addresses within the computer's memory, executes operations using
the ALU, and more.

►Store - The processor is required to provide feedback in the form of output

data after carrying out a program's command. After that, the computer stores
this output data in memory for use later on.

Figure 2
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c)
A computer is made more efficient and powerful overall by some different components.
The primary CPU parts listed below affect the computer's speed and performance.

►Multiple Cores - Older CPUs had a single core and limited built-in
memory, while modern ones have multiple cores (2-48), enhancing performance.
Hyper-threading allows for virtual core creation within each core, further increasing
efficiency. This combination of hyper-threading and additional cores makes current
processors significantly faster than single-core counterparts.

Figure 3

►Higher Clock Speed - The CPU's cycle count, measured in GHz, indicates
its ability to perform one cycle per second, influencing overall performance. Higher
clock speeds are linked to faster data processing, and improved CPU cooling can
reduce heat production for more demanding operations.

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 ►Ample Cache memory - The CPU uses cache memory as a quick notepad,
keeping frequently used information and instructions near for faster access. It examines
the cache before accessing slower memory or storage, reducing processing times and
increasing system efficiency. There are three layers of cache memory (L1, L2, L3)

Figure 4

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4)

a)
The purpose of this operating system's development was to power servers. This
extremely complex operating system can service multiple users at once. Server
operating systems facilitate and enable basic server functions like Microsoft
Windows, file and database servers, Web servers, and mail servers.

b)
Multiple operating systems are supported by the majority of servers. Every server
operating system has benefits and drawbacks.

Windows Server Operating System -Microsoft's Windows Server is an enterprise-

class server operating system suite that shares management rights over shared
networks, data storage, applications, and user services. Its Active Directory system
dynamically handles user data, security, and distributed resources, enabling
collaboration with other directories.

Figure 5

• Linux Server - The Linux operating system is designed to handle larger enterprises'
demanding operational and storage needs, and its servers are more reliable, secure,
and flexible than Windows servers. Being free and open-source, Linux offers a
significant advantage over closed-source programs like Windows.

Figure 6

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• UNIX Server - Unix is a versatile multiuser operating system with scalability,
configurable capabilities, and extreme security. It is suitable for various computer
systems, including powerful computers and single-user workstations, and for various
tasks in various contexts.

Figure 7

c)
Hardware protection in an operating system ensures the safety, integrity, and isolation
of computer parts, preventing unwanted access, alteration, or interference with vital
resources and data.in general, there are three types of hardware protection.
▪ CPU Protection - A timer interrupts the CPU after a predetermined
time to prevent user programs from executing indefinitely. It uses a
counter and a fixed-rate clock, initialized with a positive value, to pass
control from the running process to the next scheduled process.

▪ Memory Protection - The address area is the memory region a

process can access, and it is crucial to prevent it from accessing
memory beyond it to ensure accurate computer system operation.

▪ Input Output Protection - Input and output commands have

privileges to protect input and output, but cannot be executed by the
CPU or user code in user mode. User code requests input/output, while
OS code in supervise mode can use privileged instructions to perform
I/O after verifying the request.

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5)

d)

x y z Access
Assumption
0 0 0 0 X = Bank manager
0 0 1 0
Y = Senior Bank Teller
0 1 0 0 Z = Trainee Bank Teller
0 1 1 0
1 0 0 0

1 0 1 1

1 1 0 1
1 1 1 1

e)

X Y Z Q
XY’Z
1 0 1 1
XYZ’
1 1 0 1
XYZ
1 1 1 1

⸫Q = XY’Z + XYZ’ + XYZ

f)
XY’Z + XYZ’ + XYZ
XY’Z + XY (Z’ + Z) >> [Distributive Law]
XY’Z + XY (1) >> [Compliment Law]
XY’Z + XY >> [Identity Law]
X (Y’Z + Y) >> [Distributive Law]
X (Z + Y) >> [Redundancy Law]
⸫ X (Z + Y)

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g)
X (Z + Y)

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 • Introduction for Part 2
My suggestions for the specifications of computer systems for all departments are laid out in
this paper. In addition to addressing the unique duties and obligations of your personnel, these
recommendations offer an overview of the entire computer system with an emphasis on
performance optimization for overall operational efficiency.

Part 02 Task

1. For every department, this section will offer comprehensive computer system
recommendations. these recommendations will take into account the distinct roles
played by the staff members in each department.

Branch Manager – 01 Pc & 01 Laptop

Pc Laptop
CPU Intel-Core i5 Intel-Core i5

Motherboard Intel H61

GPU Integrated Graphics Integrated Graphics

Memory 16GB DDR4 16GB DDR4

Storage 512GB SSD 512GB SSD M.2

The setup with strong hardware effectively manages office operations, including multitasking
and document handling. It features a high-speed SSD for faster performance and is an ideal
partner for PCs, supporting remote work and producing powerful presentations

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Lecturers – 12 Desktop Computer

CPU – Intel-Core i5

Motherboard - ASRock B660M

GPU – NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960

Memory - 16GB DDR4 RAM

Storage - 512GB SSD

The SSD addition enhances the system's performance and reduces waiting times, making it
ideal for presentations, instructional applications, and video editing tasks, resulting in a smooth
and efficient learning environment.

Front Office – 02 Desktop Computer

CPU – Intel-Core i3

Motherboard - ASUS Prime H510M

Memory - 8GB DDR4 RAM

Storage - 256GB SSD & 1TB HDD

For productive interactions with students and guests, responsiveness, ease of use, and
effective multitasking are the main priorities in the suggested specs for the Front Office
workstations.

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Counselors - 04 Desktop Computers

CPU – Intel-Core i5

Motherboard - MSI B460M

Memory - 16GB DDR4 RAM

Storage - 512GB SSD

The Counsellor PCs feature selection aims to enhance data management, facilitate
multitasking, and ensure secure access to private student data, thereby enhancing efficiency
and protecting private information.

IT Administrators – 02 Desktop Computers & 03 Servers

02 Desktop Computers

CPU – Intel-Core i7

Motherboard - ASUS ROG Strix X570-E

GPU – NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060

Memory - 32GB DDR4 RAM

Storage – 1TB NVME SSD & 1TB SATA HDD

IT administrators require robust, adaptable workstations for managing user systems,

and network infrastructure, troubleshooting technical issues, and managing demanding
tasks like software installations, data analysis, system upgrades, and task automation.

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03 Servers

CPU – Intel Xeon E-2388G

Motherboard - Supermicro X11SCH-LNTP

Memory - 64GB DDR4 RAM

Storage – 1TB NVME SSD & 4TB SATA HDD

These powerful CPUs enable multitasking in various virtual machines and apps, making them
suitable for educational settings like file sharing, email correspondence, and student
administration. The motherboard supports future upgrades and current RAM configurations,
ensuring flexibility.

Administration - 04 Desktop Computers

CPU – Intel-Core i3

Motherboard - ASUS Prime H610M

Memory - 8GB DDR4 RAM

Storage - 256GB SSD

The system is suitable for routine administrative tasks like document generation, email
correspondence, and data entry, with a fast, responsive system that maintains performance even
with an SSD installed.

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Library - 04 Desktop Computers
CPU – Intel-Core i3

Motherboard - ASUS B450-Plus

Memory - 8GB DDR4 RAM

Storage - 256GB SSD

The Library desktop computers have been designed with high-performance features to
provide quick access to library resources and a seamless browsing experience for staff and
students.

Lecture Halls - 05 Desktop Computers

CPU – Intel-Core i5

Motherboard - ASUS H470

Memory - 16GB DDR4 RAM

Storage - 512GB SSD

This configuration provides a cost-effective solution for displaying multimedia content,

establishing projector connections, and smoothly running instructional software in lecture
rooms.

Recreational Area - 3 desktop computers

CPU – Intel-Core i3

Motherboard - ASUS H510

Memory - 8GB DDR4 RAM

Storage -128GB SSD

It is thoughtfully chosen to prioritize affordability while providing the best experience

for basic entertainment, leisurely internet browsing, and leisurely finishing of light
productivity tasks

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 2.
This extensive analysis offers in-depth insights into the particular requirements of users,
highlighting critical demands according to functional domains and individual job positions,
and then suggests appropriate software solutions designed to satisfy these unique
requirements.

Branch Manager
The Branch Manager is responsible for managing staff, resources,
daily operations, and client satisfaction, utilizing various tasks like
marketing, employee training, and financial management, and
employing software to enhance efficiency and facilitate
communication.
▪ Student Information System (SIS): The comprehensive Student
Information System (SIS) platform enables authorized users to handle
various student-related tasks effectively.
▪ Communication Suite: These include email and video conferencing
platforms, which are effective means of communication, and document
management systems, which allow for easy exchange of information.
(Microsoft Teams, ZOOM, Google meet)
▪ Office Suite: To create reports, budgets, and presentations for meetings
using basic tools like word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.

Lecturers

Lecturers play a crucial role in imparting knowledge and promoting

student growth through Course Delivery, Content Creation, Assessment
& Grading, Student Interaction, and Curriculum Development, utilizing
effective tools.
▪ Learning Management System (LMS): It allows connecting with
students to handle student learning activities.
▪ Presentation Software: To enhance lessons, interesting presentations
can be made using programs like Google Slides or Microsoft
PowerPoint.

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 ▪ Communication Suite: makes email, announcements, and discussion
forums possible for interaction with students. (Microsoft Teams,
ZOOM, Google meet)
▪ Additional Software: Software for design is used to create
assignments or visual aids in design professions. Interactive science and
engineering classes can benefit from simulation software. Platforms for
online programming classes that use code.

Front Office

The front office is the primary contact point for visitors, parents, and
students at an institution, handling student admissions, registration,
enrollment, ID card issuance, access management, communication,
and customer service
▪ Student Information System (SIS): They can handle fees and
accounts for students, as well as obtain student information.
▪ Communication & Collaboration Suite: Facilitates email, phone
calls, and instant messaging correspondence with students, parents,
and other staff officials. (Microsoft Teams, ZOOM, Google meet)
▪ Payment Processing Software: enables convenient and safe fee
collecting via a range of payment options.

Counselors
The institute's counselors play a crucial role in the intellectual, social,
and personal growth of its students, providing guidance, support,
academic advising, career counseling, and social development.
▪ Student Information System (SIS): It is beneficial to have a thorough
grasp of every student's circumstances.
▪ Appointment Scheduling Software: helps arrange for students to have
individual counseling sessions. (Calendly)
▪ Communication Suite: Allows email, phone calls, and video
conferences with kids, parents, and other staff members. (Microsoft
Teams)

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IT Administrators
IT administrators are crucial in maintaining the security, functionality, and
upkeep of the institute's technology infrastructure, including network
management, system administration, help desk support, data security, backup,
and software licensing.

▪ Operating System Management Tools: Instruments for organizing

and distributing operating systems among several workstations and
servers (Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager)
▪ Network Monitoring Software: Tools for keeping an eye on network
performance, seeing possible difficulties, and resolving issues with
network connectivity (PRTG Network Monitor, OpenNMS)
▪ Antivirus & Anti-malware Software: stopping malware, viruses, and
other online risks from accessing the network and devices (Sophos
Central Endpoint Protection, Kaspersky Endpoint Security Cloud)
▪ Remote Access Tools: Instruments for remote desktop and server
management and debugging via remote access (TeamViewer,
AnyDesk)

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Administration

The administration plays a crucial role in an institution, overseeing various

responsibilities such as financial management, human resources, facilities
management, and legal & compliance.

▪ Financial Management Software: simplifies financial report

generation, planning, bill paying, and invoicing, among other
accounting chores. (QuickBooks, Xero)
▪ Human Resource Management System: automates administration of
benefits, payroll, hiring, and personnel records in the human resources
domain. (Zoho People, Workday)
▪ Document Management System: Makes it possible to organize, store,
and retrieve electronic documents safely. (Microsoft
SharePoint, Google Drive)

Library

The institute's library is a vital resource for instructors, staff, and students, promoting
learning and academic success through collection management, circulation,
borrowing, and research support

▪ Library Management System: A single platform to oversee all

library activities
▪ E-resource Management Software: controls who has access to and
uses online resources such as databases, journals, and e-books.
(EBSCOhost, ProQuest)
▪ Digital Asset Management System: oversees and grants access to
digital library resources, such as old records, images, or audio files.
(Archivematica, DSpace)

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Lecture Halls

Lecture halls serve as physical spaces for lectures and presentations, limiting software
usage due to face-to-face communication. However, some technologies can enhance
lecture hall learning.

▪ Presentation Software: Teachers can make and show presentations in

the lecture halls using programs like Google Slides or Microsoft
PowerPoint.
▪ Classroom Management Software: offers resources to encourage
audience participation in lectures, such as real-time polls, tests, or
group note-taking apps. (Mentimeter, Socrative)

Recreational Area
The Recreational Area provides a space for students, teachers, and staff to relax,
exercise, and promote mental and physical health, utilizing certain technologies for its
functionality

▪ Facility Booking Software: Certain sections of the recreational area,

including courts or fitness centers, can be reserved online. (Calendly,
Doodle)
▪ Communication & Collaboration Suite: Announcements about
events, fitness programs, or intramural sports in the recreation area can
be made using internal communication platforms. (Microsoft
Teams, Slack)

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 3.
Branch Manager
o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
▪ Touchpad
▪ Webcam
o Output Devices
▪ 24” LED Monitor
▪ Printer
▪ Projector
▪ Speaker
o Other Devices
▪ Wi-Fi Adapter
▪ UPS

Lecturers
o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
▪ Webcam
o Output Devices
▪ 22” LED Monitor
▪ Speaker
▪ Projector
o Other Devices
▪ Headset

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Front Office

o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
▪ Barcode Scanner
o Output Devices
▪ 22” LED Monitor
▪ Receipt Printer
o Other Devices
▪ Headset
▪ Cash Drawer

Counselors

o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
▪ Printer
o Output Devices
▪ 22” LED Monitor
▪ Printer
o Other Devices
▪ Headset
▪ Document Camera

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IT Administrators

o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
▪ Printer
o Output Devices
▪ 24” LED Monitor
▪ Printer
▪ Speaker
o Other Devices
▪ Headset
▪ Network Switches
▪ UPS
▪ External HDD

Administration

o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
▪ Webcam
o Output Devices
▪ 22” LED Monitor
▪ Printer
▪ Fax Machine
▪ Speaker
o Other Devices
▪ Telephones
▪ Headset

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 Library

o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
▪ Barcode Scanner
o Output Devices
▪ 22” LED Monitor
▪ Printer
▪ Speaker
o Other Devices
▪ Headset

Lecture Halls

o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
▪ Microphone
o Output Devices
▪ Screen
▪ Projector
▪ Speaker
o Other Devices
▪ Cloud Storage
▪ Whiteboard

Recreational Area

o Input Devices
▪ Keyboard
▪ Mouse
o Output Devices
▪ 22” LED Monitor
▪ Speaker

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4.

Strengths
For the demands of every department, appropriate hardware and software are
provided by this user-centric design. It permits future expansion through the
addition of more users and gadgets. With server administration and data backup,
it strongly emphasizes data protection. Training and maintenance are made
easier by standardization.

Weaknesses

It's critical to comprehend usage needs before installation for optional elements
such as learning management systems and webcams. A safe and affordable
approach would be to use a guest checkout system on a dedicated terminal.
Assure appropriate software licensing for all uses within the company.

Enhancement Recommendations

Upkeep and part replacement are made easier when desktop and laptop models
are standardized among user groups. Single desktop installations are reduced
and updates are made easier with centralized management that leverages cloud-
based solutions. Slender clients provide a safe, controllable solution; they are
appropriate for lecture halls and parks.

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