Mochammad Fatha Mudzhaffar

Analysis of Hotspot Network Quality Using the Quality of Service (QoS) Method to Support Teaching and Learning Activities at State Vocational High School 1 Gebang

Introduction

Analysis of hotspot network quality using the quality of service (qos) method to support teaching and learning activities at state vocational high school 1 gebang. Analyze hotspot network quality at SMK N 1 Gebang using QoS for teaching & learning. Discover poor throughput during peak hours, excellent packet loss/delay, good jitter. Optimize network performance.

Abstract

A hotspot is a wireless network that provides internet access to users via Wi-Fi devices. The quality of a hotspot network is crucial in supporting various activities, including teaching and learning. To evaluate network performance, the Quality of Service (QoS) method is used as a standard approach to measure key network parameters such as throughput, packet loss, delay, and jitter. This study aims to analyze the quality of the hotspot network at SMK Negeri 1 Gebang using the QoS method. The results show that throughput values fall into the "Poor" to "Very Poor" categories during peak traffic hours (12:00-15:00), ranging from 150 to 318 kbps, indicating a need for network optimization. On the other hand, packet loss was recorded at 0%, placing it in the "Excellent" category. Delay values ranged from 10.12 ms to 30.01 ms, reflecting good network responsiveness within the "Excellent" category. Meanwhile, jitter values were in the "Good" category, despite slight fluctuations during busy hours. Overall, although the network performs well in terms of packet loss, delay, and jitter, improving throughput quality is essential to ensure a stable and high-quality connection, especially during peak traffic hours. These findings provide a foundation for developing network optimization strategies to better support educational activities.

Review

This study presents a timely analysis of hotspot network quality at SMK Negeri 1 Gebang, specifically evaluating its capacity to support essential teaching and learning activities. By applying the Quality of Service (QoS) method, the research systematically assesses critical network parameters including throughput, packet loss, delay, and jitter. The paper addresses a highly relevant issue for educational institutions in the digital age, offering practical insights into the performance of their internet infrastructure and identifying specific areas that warrant immediate attention for improvement. The strength of this work lies in its clear and direct application of the QoS framework, providing quantifiable data on network performance. The findings reveal a nuanced picture: while network responsiveness is commendable, with packet loss consistently at 0% ("Excellent") and delay values ranging from 10.12 ms to 30.01 ms ("Excellent"), throughput emerges as a significant concern. During peak traffic hours (12:00-15:00), throughput severely degrades to "Poor" to "Very Poor" categories (150-318 kbps). Jitter, though generally "Good," also experiences slight fluctuations during busy periods, indicating a need for stability. These detailed metrics provide a robust empirical foundation for targeted network enhancements. While the abstract clearly identifies the core problem of poor throughput during peak hours, a more comprehensive review would ideally benefit from additional details concerning the experimental setup. Such information might include the specific QoS measurement tools utilized, the number of measurement locations within the school, the definition of the "Poor" to "Excellent" QoS categories, and the observed user load during peak times. Moving forward, the research should build upon these findings by investigating the root causes of the throughput bottleneck and proposing specific network optimization strategies, such as bandwidth upgrades, traffic shaping, or load balancing. This would ensure the development of a resilient and high-performing network essential for modern educational environments.

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