Emerging trends in communication networks have revolutionized application of Information Technology across university campuses. It is the beginning of a new trend - nomadic computing through the implementation of WLAN.

Thanks to this, students and faculties are able to get access to the Internet, course material, library documents, and to each other from any location in the campus.

Given its inherent advantage of simplicity and convenience, WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) is becoming increasingly popular amongst educational institutions. With laptops and netbooks getting more affordable, Information Technology will play a major role in the evolution of the education sector.

While some institutions are still skeptical about implementing Wi-Fi due to security concerns, access restrictions and perceived lack of speed, technological advancements have already addressed these limitations, ensuring that the overall advantages of WLAN far outweigh its shortcomings.

RICHA TELECOM Broadband has solutions to address the unique challenges of providing on-campus wireless Internet service. Our technology and solutions enable institutions to provide instant plugand- play access to students, faculty and staff members and also remotely manage, track and bill their Internet use. Hostel rooms, classrooms, libraries and cafeterias can be equipped with wireless LAN capability. For University network managers and administrators, RICHA TELECOM delivers satisfied users, promising new revenue streams and a competitive recruiting edge.

The Wi-Fi mesh network at Manipal University Campus, South India, is possibly the largest network of its kind in the country. This seamless network spread over 5 sq kms, caters to about 8000 subscribers and is capable of supporting up to 15000 subscribers who can access the network with a single sign-on from literally anywhere in the campus - hostel rooms, roads, food court, library or the administration block.

Salient features of the RICHA TELECOM Wi-Fi campus solution

• Dedicated (1:1) / Shared Lease Line Internet bandwidth
• Plug & Play Campus Wi-Fi on Build Own & Operate Model
• Service Level Agreement (SLA) based Operations and Management of Campus Network
• Implementation of University policies
• Value Added Services on the campus network
• ISO 27001 Security Standards
• RICHA TELECOM is responsible for Security & Compliance requirements as per IT Act, TRAI and DoT
• Management Information Systems (Reports)