PERANCANGAN SISTEM AUTENTIKASI WIRELES HOTSPOT MENGGUNAKAN MIKROTIK PADA CV. GM AULIA MADANI BOILER

Abstract

Abstract: CV. GM Aulia Madani Boiler is a poultry slaughtering and distribution company that utilizes the internet in its operations. However, the previous Wi-Fi system had a weakness in the form of the absence of user authentication, which allowed anyone to connect without restriction. This resulted in slow connections and increased network security risks. This research aims to design and implement a wireless hotspot authentication system using Mikrotik devices to enhance network security and efficiency. The design process follows the Network Development Life Cycle (NDLC) method, which consists of six stages: initiation, analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. The network topology used is the star topology. The system is designed to utilize the Mikrotik User Manager feature to create user accounts and manage access rights based on user categories. The testing results show that the system is capable of restricting access only to registered users and managing network connections proportionally. In conclusion, the implementation of a Mikrotik-based hotspot authentication system has proven effective in improving network performance and preventing unauthorized access, thereby supporting work efficiency at CV. GM Aulia Madani Boiler and serving as a reference for other institutions facing similar issues.