i-manager's Journal on Cloud Computing (JCC)


Volume 7 Issue 2 July - December 2020

Research Paper

Smart Vision-Enabled Real-Time Monitoring for Fitness Freaks with a Feedback System

B. Muthu Senthil * , Uvan Shankar M.**, Tintu Mathew ***, Saranya G. ****
*-**** Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India.
Senthil, B. M., Shankar, M. U., Mathew, T., and Saranya, G. (2020). Smart Vision-Enabled Real-Time Monitoring for Fitness Freaks with a Feedback System. i-manager's Journal on Cloud Computing, 7(2), 1-7. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcc.7.2.18136

Abstract

In the contemporary world, lack of physical fitness is causing several diseases like heart problems, obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, etc. Anxiety and depression are also major health concerns today. Regular exercise is mandatory for a healthy lifestyle as it combats health conditions and diseases. Proper physical training is essential to meet specific fitness goals and get real benefits. Fitness coaching facilities are expensive and there is a lack of trained professionals. Due to these reasons, people do the exercises themselves. They often get injured due to improper posture and do not get the expected results. This discourages people to do exercise regularly. Our model proposes a virtual physical trainer that can assist users during their exercise. It can provide real-time quality feedback to the users. During exercise, the user's video is recorded and given as input to the pose estimation and machine learning algorithms. After comparing the results with the original exercise models, corrections are sent to the user instantly as audio.

Research Paper

Secure Files Storage in Cloud using Hybrid Cryptography

Debabrat Bharali* , Dipu Medhi **, Wahengbam Shibananda Singh ***, Afrin Haque ****, Kuldeep Nath *****
*-***** Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Regional Institute of Science and Technology, Meghalaya, India.
Bharali, D., Medhi, D., Singh, W. S., Haque, A., and Nath, K. (2020). Secure Files Storage in Cloud using Hybrid Cryptography. i-manager's Journal on Cloud Computing, 7(2), 8-14. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcc.7.2.18291

Abstract

Today, cloud computing is used in various fields like industry, military, college, etc. for various services and storage of huge amounts of data. The data stored in the cloud can be accessed or retrieved by user request without direct access to the server computer. But the major concern regarding the storage of data online on the cloud is about the security of the file. Cryptography and steganography are the most commonly used security techniques. So, we have introduced a security that uses a combination of multiple cryptographic algorithms. In this proposed system, Data Encryption Standard (DES), Rivest Cipher 4 (RC4), and Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) algorithms are used to provide security to data. Key information will contain the information regarding the encrypted part of the file, the algorithm, and the key for the algorithm. During the Encryption phase, the file will be split into three parts and each part will be separately encrypted using AES, DES, and RC4 algorithms. Our methodology provides better security and assurance of user data by storing on the cloud server, using AES, DES, and RC4 algorithm.

Research Paper

Real Time Assistance for Alzheimer's Patients using IoT and Cloud Computing

B. Muthu Senthil * , Sabarish J. **, Sonali S. ***, Vidhyaa P. T. R. ****
*-**** Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India.
Senthil, B. M., Sabarish, J., Sonali, S., and Vidhyaa, P. T. R. (2020). Real Time Assistance for Alzheimer's Patients using IoT and Cloud Computing. i-manager's Journal on Cloud Computing, 7(2), 15-19. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcc.7.2.18128

Abstract

The paper aims to develop an application that will enhance the life of the patients who are all affected by Alzheimer's disease. Possible ways to reduce the cost of treatment, provide adequate medical care and monitoring activities of these patients can be achieved using modern technology. IoT, cloud computing, etc., plays a vital role in healthcare and helps to improve the available functionalities by using sensors or actuators. The application consists of various modules such as GPS for movement tracking, regular monitoring of patient's health and alert system to send alert whenever abnormalities happen. The goal of this application is to focus on Alzheimer's patients to lead an independent life and to improve their lifestyle.

Review Paper

Cloud Computing Security and its Challenges

A. Yasar Arafath*
Department of Computer Applications, Anna University Regional Campus, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, India.
Arafath, A. Y. (2020). Cloud Computing Security and its Challenges. i-manager's Journal on Cloud Computing, 7(2), 20-27. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcc.7.2.17965

Abstract

Cloud computing is an on-demand technology that offers shared services and solutions like software, platforms, storage, and information over the Internet. It is a computing environment for delivering services that include infrastructure, software, applications, and business functions. It is a virtual pool of computing services ensuring integrity, availability, authenticity, and confidentiality to cloud service providers and consumers. Many organizations face breach of privacy and confidentiality issues with cloud computing and therefore, researches in this area is active to solve those issues. This document provides a brief, comprehensive study of the data security and privacy protection issues associated with cloud computing. This paper discusses some of the current solutions and reports on future research on data security and privacy issues in the cloud.

Review Paper

The Concept for the E-Voting System using Blockchain Technology

Abirami J.* , Bharath Kumaar R. J. **, Vidhya A. ***, Gracy Swetha A. ****
*-**** Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SRM Valliammai Engineering College, Kattankulathur, Tamil Nadu, India.
Abirami, J., Kumaar, R. J. B., Vidhya, A., and Swetha, A. G. (2020). The Concept for the E-Voting System using Blockchain Technology. i-manager's Journal on Cloud Computing, 7(2), 28-33. https://doi.org/10.26634/jcc.7.2.18145

Abstract

Voting is a democratic process to make a decision from among the available choices. Paper ballot is the most popular voting system in practice, though electronic voting machines are also gaining popularity. Both systems have integrity issues and security threats by manipulation of votes, voting by an imposter, rigging the ballot boxes, etc. are possible. The aim of this paper is to propose a concept to implement blockchain technology for a digital voting system by improving the security. The paper analyzed the existing voting practices, and finds a solution to use blockchain technology as this technology is evolving with better security measures. It also explains the implementation of existing digital voting systems and the problems faced by the developers. The detail of the proposed design is presented along with the potential flaws and threats in the design. The design concept uses SHA256 and RSA algorithms will be implemented through blockchain, with scope for improvement in future implementations.