Design and Implementation of a Distributed Network Management System for a Multi-Branch University using GNS3

The rapid digitalization of communication necessitates continuous skill updates to keep pace with evolving technology. Network management involves multiple functionalities that play a crucial role in optimizing network performance and ensuring continuous availability. It is very important to ensure a proper network management system for a university that has multiple branches to effectively manage and monitor their network infrastructure. A proper network management system provides centralized control and visibility over the entire network infrastructure, allowing administrators to efficiently manage and monitor network devices, configurations, and performance from a single interface. this research has developed a network management system that facilitates real-time network monitoring and troubleshooting, enabling proactive identification and resolution of issues to ensure smooth operations across all branches. It simplifies configuration management, ensuring consistency and compliance in network settings and updates. Resource optimization is achieved through insights into network utilization and performance metrics, allowing administrators to allocate resources efficiently and plan for future expansion. Security and compliance measures can be enforced, protecting sensitive data and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements. This study utilized GNS3 to create a network layout for a university with multiple branches, along with essential security configurations for the network design. A diverse range of protocols was implemented to safeguard and cater to the users of the secure university network. Furthermore, Switches, Data Routers, firewalls, and BGP Routers were incorporated into the network to enhance communication efficiency and streamline operations.