Diseño e Implementación de la red LAN de la Unidad Educativa Nueva Tarqui del Cantón Gualaquiza

Abstract

Abstract: The objective of this thesis was to design and implement a structured cabling local area network (LAN) at the Nueva Tarqui Educational Unit in the canton of Gualaquiza, with the aim of optimizing institutional connectivity and strengthening academic and administrative processes. The research was conducted using a descriptive and practical approach, based on the analysis of international regulations and standards such as IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.11ax, TIA/EIA-568-C, and ISO/IEC 27001, which ensure the performance, security, and expandability of the suggested infrastructure. An analysis of the current state of the network was carried out, technical data was collected, and both the logical and physical design of the LAN infrastructure was developed, in addition to simulations using the Cisco Packet Tracer tool to verify its operability. The results show that the proposed network improves connectivity coverage, organization, and security, enabling efficient access to digital resources, educational platforms, and administrative systems. The implementation of the LAN network contributes to institutional digital transformation and the strengthening of educational quality in rural contexts.