Computer network systems are serving as the backbone of broadcast stations. The network has been used extensively in broadcast centres starting from programme production to playback, distribution, storage, etc. Besides broadcast applications, it is also used for Internet, email, documentation, administrative and financial applications. Therefore, when the broadcast station is so much dependant on computer network, it is very important to understand the network technology.

The regional workshop on Local Area network Technologies was organised by AIBD and Deutsche Welle during 3-21 March 2008 in Kuala Lumpur. It was attended by 13 participants from 9 countries viz. Bhutan, Mauritius, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka and Vietnam.

During the 3 weeks training workshop, detailed discussions were made on Local Area Network basics, Ethernet technology, Passive and Active network components, Setting up a Computer Network, Local Area Network Planning and design, Virtualisation, Classification of IP address, Iping, Subnetting and Routing, The Internet Protocol Stack, TCP/IP Troubleshooting Tools, Setting up a Computer Network, The Network game, Planning a New Network, Wireless LAN, Voice over IP, Basics of LAN Operating Systems, Windows Server 2003, Introduction to LINUX, OpenSuSE Linux, Linux Internet security.

The participants were provided with individual computers with relevant software in a networked environment. Starting from installation of various software to configuration of various modules were demonstrated and practically implemented by the participants.

The participants also visited to Digital broadcasting system at RTM, where they could see the functioning of digital production system and digital transmission system through computer network.

The participants were from different background and exposure to computer systems. As evident from the feedback reports, the participants have conceived a very clear concept of Computer networking. During the three weeks training session, they gained confidence and oriented themselves technically sound to plan, maintain and troubleshoot computer networks of their broadcasting organisations.

Last updated 27.03.08 16:14 by Das