Advanced File Distribution System

Problem Statement

Imagine an IT administrator tasked with distributing critical software updates, project documents, or training materials across hundreds of systems. This process is often time-consuming and resource-draining. Traditional methods like shared folders and email attachments are akin to sending each user a separate copy of a giant file, one packet at a time – it's slow, difficult to scale, and inefficiently utilizes network bandwidth. There must be a better way!

This project offers a solution to this problem by designing a path-breaking file-sharing system. The aim is to explore the intricacies of network programming and create a tool that is not only functional but also efficient, secure, and user-friendly.

Key Features

File Distribution

• Initiate File Transfers : Administrators can initiate file transfers to a group of systems within the organization, streamlining the distribution process.
• Efficient Network Usage : The tool ensures optimal use of the organization's network bandwidth, preventing unnecessary congestion.
• Integrity Checks : The tool maintains the integrity of transferred files, ensuring that they reach their destination without corruption.

Group Management

• Create & Manage Groups : Administrators can create and manage user groups, making it easier to organize and control file distribution.
• Real-time Monitoring : Real-time monitoring of transfer logs allows administrators to track the progress and status of ongoing file distributions.
• User Discovery : Users can discover and join available groups, facilitating seamless integration into the system.

Security

• Controlled Distribution : Only administrators have the privilege to distribute files, ensuring that the process remains secure and controlled.
• User Access Management : Administrators have the ability to control user access within groups, adding an additional layer of security.

Installation

To get started with the Advanced File Distribution System, follow these steps:

1. Clone the Repository

git clone https://github.com/RameshBabuAsh/FileTransferTally.git

2. Create a Virtual Environment
   Navigate to the cloned repository and create a virtual environment:

cd src
python3 -m venv venv
venv\Scripts\activate

3. Install Dependencies
   Install the required dependencies using the provided requirements.txt file:

pip install -r requirements.txt

4. Run the Application
   Navigate to the src directory and start the application:

• Start the Backend (Terminal 1):

```bash
cd src
python app.py
```

• Note : Close the GUI that opens here.
• Start the GUI (Terminal 2):

```bash
python gui.py
```

5. Admin credentials: -Username: root -Password: root

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! If you have suggestions or improvements, feel free to fork the repository and submit a pull request.