Computer Lab Monitoring System
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Editor IJRITCCInternational Journal on Recent and Innovation Trends in Computing and Communication
Volume: 3 Issue: 3
ISSN: 2321-8169
1652 - 1656
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Computer Lab Monitoring System
Ms. Rashmi Janbandhu
Ms. Bhagyashree Gaurkhede
Lecturer, Information Technology
Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering & Research
Nagpur, India
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Student,Information Technology
Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering & Research
Nagpur, India
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Ms. Neelam Bahekar
Ms. Gayatri Puri
Student,Information Technology
Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering & Research
Nagpur, India
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Student,Information Technology
Rajiv Gandhi College of Engineering & Research
Nagpur, India
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Mr. Viplove Karhade
Scholar, Computer Science and Engineering
North Eastern University, Boston
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Abstract Lab management system is developed to overcome the problem faced by the lab managing staff. To Monitor a LAN,
the monitoring server is typically connected to a monitor port on the switch. If multiple Switches are used in an installation, the
monitoring Server may need a connection to all of them. That connection can either be a physical cable, or if your network
switches support it, a LAN specifically configured for monitoring traffic. LAN monitoring project aims to develop various
network utilities which are required to effectively monitor a LAN network. Project aims to develop an integrated software solution
that allows a network administrator to remotely monitor his LAN network.
Keywords: LAN, Server, Client, Connectivity.
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I.
either be a physical cable, or if your network switches
support it, a LAN specifically configured for monitoring
traffic. LAN monitoring project aims to develop various
network utilities which are required to effectively monitor a
LAN network.
INTRODUCTION
Background
In the present situation the number of system are present in
lab and they are in LAN also but in every lab there is no
such client server connectivity present. On such system
students can complete their given task and they can also do
some other work which is not related to their given task.
This is the main problem of the current lab management
system. The other problem of the present existing lab
management is that the lecturer cannot supervise the student
activities.
The existing system presents an introduction of an
embedded processor-based laboratory environment monitor
system and its design for hardware and software. This
system aims at completing monitoring a variety of real-time
data. This system achieves the intelligent management of
laboratory. By wired or wireless means, the laboratory
monitoring system can communicate with PC.
To Monitor a LAN, the monitoring server is typically
connected to a monitor port on the switch. If multiple
Switches are used in an installation, the monitoring Server
may need a connection to all of them. That connection can
Aim & Objective
Our project aim is to monitor the activities of students by the
lecturer and to maintain the control and discipline while
students practical performance.
i.
To provide remote access to labs in various disciplines of
computer engineering.
ii.
To provide a complete learning management system around
labs where students can avail the various tools for learning
including video lectures, practical performance, etc. with
rules and regulation under vigilance of faculty.
Motivation
The existing system presents an introduction of an
embedded processor-based laboratory environment monitor
system and its design for hardware and software. This
system aims at completing monitoring a variety of real-time
data. This system achieves the intelligent management of
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International Journal on Recent and Innovation Trends in Computing and Communication
Volume: 3 Issue: 3
ISSN: 2321-8169
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laboratory. By wired or wireless means, the laboratory
monitoring system can communicate with PC.
We implemented some features in it and developed a new
system. This system will include some more features like
from system the student will not be able to retrieve data
through Pen Drives, they will not be able to access any data
from the system, etc.
II.
interface for performing practical to the student and it will
help lecturers to monitor individual students activity on
their system. On the basis of that performance the lecturer
can give marks on every practical and can view the
performed practical of the individual student.
The below fig 1 shows the flow of the Client-Server
Connectivity.
LITERATURE SURVEY
A. Related Work
[1] This is based on sensor in which monitoring is done
through embedded sensor in system. But we are
implementing the system on LAN without using sensor. We
are including the concept of message sending, command
giving, etc.
[2] This system presents an introduction of an embedded
processor-based laboratory environment monitor system and
its design for hardware and software. This system aims at
completing monitoring a variety of real-time data. This
system achieves the intelligent management of laboratory.
By wired or wireless means, the laboratory monitoring
system can communicate with PC.
[3] Computer labs can be found in libraries, schools,
government buildings, science labs, community centers,
companies with IT departments that requires such a place
for their employees to do their jobs, and research centers.
Printers, scanners, and other peripherals may augment the
lab setup. But we are making this system just for college
use.
[4] The problems faced in computer laboratories is lacking
consciousness for service and standardized management,
lacking means for executing and maintaining, no
standardized process, no record for software and hardware
configuration and change as well, and also changing
configuration randomly. Our project will help in reducing
these problems.
Fig 1: Flow Chart of Proposed System
B. Proposed Architecture
CONNECTIVITY DIAGRAM BETWEEN CLIENTSERVER
The below fig 2 is showing the connectivity between Client
and Server.
[5] This tells about the organization about computers in
computer lab. We learn about arranging computers and
managing them.
B. Problem Statement
It is observed that students access a lot more functions/
software of the system (computer) other than the one which
is required for the practical performance in the practical slot.
It was also observed that it is difficult for the faculty to
supervise each and every student all the time.
III.
PROPOSED SYSTEM
A. Proposed Approach
This system is developed to overcome the existing problem.
In this system there is Server and Client connected with
each other in the LAN of which it will provide the good
Fig 2: Connectivity Diagram
In this system there is one user handling client system which
is sending request to Server through Client Process and
Server responding it through Server Process. Both the
system have their own software and hardware.
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C. Basic Steps
Step 1: Server will start listening.
Step 2: Client will send request.
Step 3: Client will get connected with Server.
Step 4: Client will send its detail to Server.
Step 5: Details will be received by the Sever.
Step 6: Client will perform practical and will send it to
Server.
Step 7: Server will see the details of Client.
Step 8: Server will give some command to Client like
shutdown, logout, etc.
Step 9: Connection will be terminated.
4.
The above figure is showing Client-Server
Connectivity in LAN network. The server has its own
database which is storing all the data coming from
Client.
5.
Methodology: We firstly design and code for Client
Side for connectivity with the Server. After this we
will design and code for Server for activation and
responding to the request to the Client. After this we
will code for connectivity between them.
6.
Testing: In this the code written will be tested. The
execution of the system will also be tested in
sequential form.
D. Scenarios
Normal Scenario
In normal scenario the Server will start listening request
from Client. For establishing connection the Client will send
connection request to the Server. Once connection get
established Client can send its detail, perform practical also
can be send to the Server, etc.
If Pen Drive is attached
IV.
OUTPUT
A. Server Side:
This is Server Side in which we can see that there are some
systems placed in some boxes. There are some buttons and
some text boxes which contain some information about the
Server.
If in normal scenario incase pen drive get attached to system
for taking data from system, the screen will get locked
immediately after attaching pen drive to the system and the
client will not be able to logged in until the removable
device(pen drive) get detached from the system.
E. Project Plan
1.
Analysis: In the existing system the system are in
LAN network and they also have Client-Server
Architecture but there is no such system made for
monitoring the Clients activity.
2.
Literature Review: This system presents and
introduction of an embedded processor-based
laboratory environment monitor system and its design
for hardware and software. This system aims at
completing monitoring a variety of real-time data.
This system achieves the intelligent management of
laboratory. By wired or wireless means, the laboratory
monitoring system can communicate with PC.
3.
Fig 4: Server Side
B.
Client Side:
This is Client Side in which we can see that there are some
buttons which is used for connecting Server and for Sending
Details to Server. There are some text boxes which contain
some information for connecting and sending details to
Server.
Model: The below fig shows the model of ClientServer.
Fig 5: Client Side
Fig 3: Basic Model of Client-Server
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Volume: 3 Issue: 3
ISSN: 2321-8169
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C.
Server Starting:
For starting Server first we need to click on Start Server
button. After starting Server it will display one Message
which will tell that Server is ON for responding the request
coming from Client Side.
Fig 7: After Connecting client with Server - Client Side
After establishing connection with Client the system which
get connect will glow on Server and the details of the
Server will be displayed in the above textbox present above
the system icon.
Fig 6: Server Starting
D.
Sending Connection Request to Server:
For connecting with Server first Client need to enter its IP
Address and after that it has to click on Connect button for
sending connection request to the Server.
Fig 8: After Connecting client with Server Server Side
F.
Sending Details to Server:
Once connection is established the Client can send its details
to Server for keeping records of performance, etc.
Fig 7: Sending Connection Request to Server
E.
After Connecting Client with Server:
Once the connection get established between Client with
Server the timer will get start.
Fig 9: Sending Details to Server
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G.
Clients Details on Server:
After connecting client with Server, the Server will have all
details of Client saved on its system. Take the mouse on the
icon which is glowing it will open one new window. It will
show the details related to the particular Client. The Server
can also see the activity of client by clicking on various
buttons present in the window.
2.
performance, login time, can give marks on the basis of
their performance, etc.
In firms or company it is used by manager for
monitoring the staffs work and for accessing the
necessary data. Manager can monitor his employees
work by sitting in his cabin. He can give any command
to his employee at any time.
VI.
RESULT
The present system is developed on Local Host. This system
is presently implemented on Local Host but in future it can
be modified and can be implemented on LAN network.
VII. DISCUSSION
This system will help lecturer to supervise the activities of
student with the help of client-server system and can give
marks on practical performed by students. This will also
help student to improve their practical knowledge. Because
of this system student only have to perform the given task.
VIII. CONCLUSION
Fig 10: Clients Details on Server
H. If Removable Device Attached:
If any removable device like pen drive is attached to the
system, the system screen will get locked completely and
the client cannot enter into the system for accessing any data
of system until it remove that removable device. Once it will
be removed the system will ask for password, by entering
which the Client will again get logged into the system.
The proposed system is presently running on Local Host.
Which means that the Server and Client both are running on
same system. They can perform their task on the same
system itself but simultaneously.
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[2] Jiang Linyiang, Li Hailong, IEEE Embedded
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Fig 11: If Removable Device Attached
V.
1.
APPLICATION
In college computer labs it is used for monitoring the
student activity (client) on their system by lecturer
through server system. They can see their practical
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Common questions
Powered by AIThe proposed system addresses supervision challenges by implementing a client-server model that allows lecturers to remotely monitor all student activities on individual computers. This includes tracking practical performance, login times, and providing a way to assign marks based on student tasks. The system prevents data retrieval through unauthorized devices like pen drives, thus ensuring that students focus only on their set tasks .
Key functionalities on the server-side include the ability to start and stop server services, accepting and processing client requests, storing client details and performance data, and managing tasks such as locking a client’s screen if unauthorized devices are connected. The server also supports commands to the client systems, such as shutdown or logout commands .
The system prevents unauthorized access by immediately locking the screen of a client computer if a pen drive or any removable device is attached. To regain access, the client must remove the device and then re-enter the password. This ensures that no unauthorized data transfer takes place, keeping the focus solely on task-related activities .
The client-server connectivity development involved designing and coding the client side first, enabling it to connect with the server through IP addresses and established protocols. Subsequently, the server-side software was developed to respond effectively to client requests. This methodology ensured robust connectivity and seamless data exchange between client and server .
The existing lab management system lacks effective supervision and control over student activities, lacks an integrated client-server architecture for monitoring, and does not restrict access to unauthorized software or data. The proposed system aims to overcome these by providing a comprehensive monitoring framework, restricting unauthorized device use, and enabling real-time supervision capabilities to enhance discipline and management in lab environments .
The main objectives of the Computer Lab Monitoring System are to monitor student activities by lecturers, maintain control and discipline during students' practical performance, provide remote access to labs in various disciplines of computer engineering, and offer a complete learning management system featuring tools such as video lectures and practical performance monitoring under faculty supervision .
Beyond educational institutions, the system can be used in companies or firms where managers need to monitor employee activities. It allows managers to track task performance, issue commands like system shutdowns, and access necessary data remotely from their offices. This increases overall productivity and ensures employee compliance with work requirements .
The proposed lab monitoring system can significantly enhance students' learning experiences by ensuring focused interactions with the software necessary for their tasks without distractions. This disciplined environment, combined with real-time monitoring and feedback from lecturers, can improve students' practical skills, encourage accountability, and ensure that the learning process aligns strictly with educational objectives .
The lab monitoring system leverages advancements in LAN technology by using direct connections to monitor ports on network switches, providing either physical or specially configured LAN connections for monitoring. This setup allows efficient real-time data monitoring and interaction between server and client systems, optimizing network traffic for management purposes .
The system's approach is designed to handle multiple clients by establishing a client-server model running over a LAN network. The server listens to multiple client requests and processes them independently, which can be scaled with more robust server hardware and optimized network configurations. However, the system's performance might need enhancements like load balancing when scaling to a more extensive network to ensure efficient monitoring without latency .
