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@article{196582,
        author = {Kumara Satwika Sai and Korada Maha Lakshmi and VenuGopala Ashok Kumar Amballa and Nadigatla V S S Teja Pavan},
        title = {Design and Implementation of a Real-Time Wi-Fi Access Control and Network Detection System Using Django},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {11},
        pages = {3874-3886},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=196582},
        abstract = {The Real-Time Wi-Fi Access Control and Unauthorized Network Detection System aims to design and implement an intelligent security mechanism that continuously monitors wireless networks to detect and prevent unauthorized access in real time.The primary objective of this project is to identify legitimate and illegitimate devices attempting to connect to a Wi-Fi network by analyzing network traffic patterns, MAC addresses, and connection behavior. The system focuses on enforcing strict access control by authenticating devices before granting network access and immediately blocking suspicious or unknown devices.A centralized backend platform developed using Django is used to manage device authorization, store connection logs, and apply predefined security policies efficiently. Another key objective is to provide network administrators with a real-time monitoring dashboard that displays connected devices, access status, and alert notifications, enabling quick decision-making such as allowing or denying access.The system also aims to automate alert generation and maintain secure digital logs to support incident response and network auditing without manual intervention. By operating continuously and responding instantly to unauthorized access attempts, the project enhances overall wireless network security and minimizes risks associated with open or poorly managed Wi-Fi networks.The system is designed to be scalable and adaptable, making it suitable for deployment in home networks, educational institutions, enterprises, and public Wi-Fi environments.},
        keywords = {WiFi Security, Network Access Control, Device Detection, ARP Scanning, Django Framework, Network Monitoring, MAC Address Filtering, Intrusion Detection},
        month = {April},
        }