School of Computing and Informatics Technology (CIT): Recent submissions
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Anticipated user experience (Aux) framework for implementing electronic participation in a developing country context
(Makerere University, 2018)Although citizen participation in decision-making has emerged as one of the fundamental pillars of good governance, there is seemly a low level of citizen participation in the governance processes in many developing ... -
An approach based on IPtables to control TCP SYN flood distributed denial of service attack
(2018-08)TCP SYN Flood attacks are among the commonest distributed denial-of-service attacks (DDoS) affecting online system. The attack exploits the TCP three-way handshake by making the server or network inaccessible. An attacker ... -
Computational assessment of the validity of elections
(Makarere University, 2018-09-07)In the concluded presidential elections of 2016, the opposition claimed that there was voter bribery, harassment of opposition candidates, un-equal media coverage, late delivery of voting materials in opposition strongholds, ... -
A spatial decision support tool for identifying evacuation routes for landslide victims
(Makerere University, 2014-10)Landslides disasters have been a major problem for people living around steep hillsides in many parts of the world such as Mt. Elgon hillsides in Eastern Uganda. Disaster response under such situations has been a challenge ... -
A framework for outsourcing IT security services in SMEs in Uganda
(Makarere University, 2014-11-05)One of the alternatives a small and medium enterprise (SME) can use to successfully manage its IT security needs is to outsource its IT security services (Bakari et al, 2006). The need to outsource IT security services by ... -
A medical information system for monitoring and controlling of adherence: A case of TASO Uganda Limited
(Makarere University, 2014-06)The founding of TASO was based on people that were unified by common experiences faced when encountering HIV/AIDS at a time of high stigma, ignorance and discrimination. From a small support group, TASO has since evolved ... -
A model of e-Health acceptance and usage in Uganda: The perspective of Online Social Networks
(Makarere University, 2015-01)Governments around the world are transitioning from the traditional health practices to e-Health for better service delivery to their citizens. The resulting benefits of e-Health include improved access to health information, ... -
A tool to mitigate denial of service attacks on LAN
(Makerere University, 2017-03)Today, schools, government agencies, corporations, and even home computer users conduct most of their business on a computer network by sharing information, resources, and files. This networking can be accomplished on a ... -
The development of a power switching mechanism over the internet infrastructure
(Makerere University, 2014-07)The advancement of technology has lead to an escalating demand and reliance. This has inevitably lead to an alarming rate of depletion of the natural resources utilized to fuel the technology. Electrical energy is one of ... -
Matching for resource optimization: A case for Makerere University examinations
(Makarere University, 2014-06)University examinations are very important in evaluation of the students’ progress and final achievement in the employment world. Successful conduct of the examination process requires a lot of resources such as human ... -
A quantitative loan appraisal tool for microfinance
(Makarere University, 2017-08)Micro loans have been embraced by many who seek working capital to boost their small-scale business operations. Microfinance institutions being mindful of the risk associated with lending,have come up with several methodologies ... -
Report on installation of the second generation WIMEA-ICT Automatic Weather Station at University of Juba
(2016-12-20)This report shows activities undertaken from 15th to 19th Dec 2016 at the University of Juba during the installation of the Second Generation WIMEA-ICT Automatic Weather Station (AWS) prototype. The activities were performed ... -
Spatial decision support tool for cholera risk mapping in urban areas
(Makarere University, 2014-10)Kawempe division one of the five divisions that make up Kampala district has for long suffered from cholera outbreaks. These outbreaks have been escalated by a combination of factors both environmental and social factors. ... -
Applications of social media and Web 2.0 for research support in selected African academic institutions
This study examined the use of social media/Web 2.0 for research support and it is guided by three objectives namely: a) to ascertain the uses social media in academic institutions; b) to identify the challenges associated ... -
Competencies required by librarians in the management of electronic resources in Ugandan university libraries
(Makerere University, 2014)This study explored the competencies required by librarians in the management of electronic resources in Ugandan University Libraries. Competencies were assessed basing on skills and knowledge while management of electronic ... -
Examination of the management of grey literature in selected university libraries in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2014)This study examined the management of grey literature, a special and unique source of information for teaching, learning and research. Grey literature is generated in various ways like research, projects, conferences, ... -
Institutionalization of community libraries in the slum communities of Kampala: A partnership analysis
Reading is a key evidence based intervention for child development besides play and home visiting that enhances language and vocabulary acquisition. However, literacy acquisition for quality education remains a threat ... -
Health informatics research and development for health systems strengthening in Uganda
(2017)The potential for application of informatics in the health care sector and related health disciplines in Uganda has expanded rapidly in recent years. Health Informatics (eHealth) uptake at National and District-level ... -
ICT research and innovation: As a driver of development
(Makerere University, 2018)BRIGHT project aims at contributing towards sustainable socio-economic growth in Uganda through capacity building in Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D) research. Ten (10) PhD students and ... -
Assessing risk management in academic book publishing : a case study of Fountain Publishers Limited
(Makerere University, 2015-08)This case study on “assessing risk management in academic book publishing” was carried out at Fountain Publishers Limited. The purpose was to explore and assess the manner in which risk management is implemented so as to ...