This study was conducted to investigate the extent to which the Internet was used for acquiring l... more This study was conducted to investigate the extent to which the Internet was used for acquiring lifestyle modification-related information by diabetes patient at General Hospital Makarfi, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study seeks to uncover the stated objectives: i. to determine the extent and frequency of internet use for health-related information ii. to find the level of satisfaction with information obtained online iii. to understand the barriers of accessing online information. The study used quantitative research method and employed a descriptive survey design. The population of this study consisted of diabetes patient attending General Hospital Makarfi, diabetes patients (n = 35) form the sample in this study. A self-administered questionnaire was used with a completion rate of 70%, where half of the respondents (55.09%) searched for health information 3-4 times per month. 23.4% of the respondents sought information about diet, exercise and medication followed by information seekers about diet, exercise, medication, foot care and diabetes complications (22.8%). Main obstacles to understanding information obtained were "bulkiness of material" and "difficulty understanding materials with scientific terms". Almost 65% of the respondents indicated satisfaction with the information acquired. Generally, respondents believed information on behavioral changes obtained online was of assistance in the overall management of their condition. No association was found between frequency of procurement of information and age, gender or level of education (P>0.05). It was concluded that the Internet was a valuable tool for health-related information acquisition and can contribute to the quality of care of persons with diabetes. Keywords: Diabetes mellitus, Internet, Health information, Behaviour modification
International Journal of Engineering Research in Africa, 2021
Smart Grid (SG) systems involves large Information Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure ... more Smart Grid (SG) systems involves large Information Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure integrated with the power grid system to allow bidirectional flows of information, for effectiveness and to provide economic and sustainable processes that facilitates constant electricity supplies. As a result of open IoT used in smart grid infrastructure, electricity generation and distribution information are getting more vulnerable to online threats. The need to find effective and mitigating measures to the vulnerability and threats in the systems. As broadband network moves from 4G to 5G networks with its attendant advantages, smart grid interoperability will require a well-structured security strategy to avert cyber-attacks and ensure grid security. Cyber-attack issues are critical factors that need to be understood and mitigating techniques developed to ensure the smooth running of smart grid systems. Research has shown that severe vulnerabilities in the implementation of the smar...
A dissertation submitted in fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Commerce S... more A dissertation submitted in fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Commerce School of Management, IT and Governance
Universities in developing countries, including those in Nigeria, experience cybercrime risks due... more Universities in developing countries, including those in Nigeria, experience cybercrime risks due to poor management of their cyber spaces and resources. The outcome of these cybercrimes are threats and breaches of universities’ cyber security. The threats and breaches have resulted in substantial financial, social, and intellectual property losses. In the recent past, Nigerian universities have started to respond to these cyber-attacks. Many of them now invest in anti-cybercrime tools and programs to mitigate cyber security threats and breaches. Despite this, the number of times Nigerian universities suffer from cyber-attacks and the losses that result from them keeps increasing. Our observation, however, indicates that most Nigerian universities run their cyber security without using scientifically derived frameworks that spell out how to manage threats and breaches that emanate from within and outside them. We consider this a problem to ongoing efforts made by Nigerian universiti...
This study was conducted to investigate the extent to which the Internet was used for acquiring l... more This study was conducted to investigate the extent to which the Internet was used for acquiring lifestyle modification-related information by diabetes patient at General Hospital Makarfi, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Specifically, the study seeks to uncover the stated objectives: i. to determine the extent and frequency of internet use for health-related information ii. to find the level of satisfaction with information obtained online iii. to understand the barriers of accessing online information. The study used quantitative research method and employed a descriptive survey design. The population of this study consisted of diabetes patient attending General Hospital Makarfi, diabetes patients (n = 35) form the sample in this study. A self-administered questionnaire was used with a completion rate of 70%, where half of the respondents (55.09%) searched for health information 3-4 times per month. 23.4% of the respondents sought information about diet, exercise and medication followed by information seekers about diet, exercise, medication, foot care and diabetes complications (22.8%). Main obstacles to understanding information obtained were "bulkiness of material" and "difficulty understanding materials with scientific terms". Almost 65% of the respondents indicated satisfaction with the information acquired. Generally, respondents believed information on behavioral changes obtained online was of assistance in the overall management of their condition. No association was found between frequency of procurement of information and age, gender or level of education (P>0.05). It was concluded that the Internet was a valuable tool for health-related information acquisition and can contribute to the quality of care of persons with diabetes. Keywords: Diabetes mellitus, Internet, Health information, Behaviour modification
International Journal of Engineering Research in Africa, 2021
Smart Grid (SG) systems involves large Information Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure ... more Smart Grid (SG) systems involves large Information Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure integrated with the power grid system to allow bidirectional flows of information, for effectiveness and to provide economic and sustainable processes that facilitates constant electricity supplies. As a result of open IoT used in smart grid infrastructure, electricity generation and distribution information are getting more vulnerable to online threats. The need to find effective and mitigating measures to the vulnerability and threats in the systems. As broadband network moves from 4G to 5G networks with its attendant advantages, smart grid interoperability will require a well-structured security strategy to avert cyber-attacks and ensure grid security. Cyber-attack issues are critical factors that need to be understood and mitigating techniques developed to ensure the smooth running of smart grid systems. Research has shown that severe vulnerabilities in the implementation of the smar...
A dissertation submitted in fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Commerce S... more A dissertation submitted in fulfillment of the requirement for the degree of Master of Commerce School of Management, IT and Governance
Universities in developing countries, including those in Nigeria, experience cybercrime risks due... more Universities in developing countries, including those in Nigeria, experience cybercrime risks due to poor management of their cyber spaces and resources. The outcome of these cybercrimes are threats and breaches of universities’ cyber security. The threats and breaches have resulted in substantial financial, social, and intellectual property losses. In the recent past, Nigerian universities have started to respond to these cyber-attacks. Many of them now invest in anti-cybercrime tools and programs to mitigate cyber security threats and breaches. Despite this, the number of times Nigerian universities suffer from cyber-attacks and the losses that result from them keeps increasing. Our observation, however, indicates that most Nigerian universities run their cyber security without using scientifically derived frameworks that spell out how to manage threats and breaches that emanate from within and outside them. We consider this a problem to ongoing efforts made by Nigerian universiti...
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