CAIT
Center for the Application of Information Technologies
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Services - Core Services

Web Programming: CAIT's web programming includes HTML, XML, SHTML, Flash™, Shockwave™, JavaScript, and Java. These technologies are critical in providing dynamic, interactive online environments.

Database/Application Programming: CAIT builds database applications for the web using MySQL, SQL, and Oracle™ databases, and using JSP as a middleware. CAIT's experienced database programmers create truly dynamic and interactive web-based reporting and registration systems that use backend database engines for record keeping and reporting, while using JSP to interact with the browser web page.

Graphics and Animation: CAIT's graphics division is skilled in the creation and production of web-based graphics and animation using Flash. This capacity is crucial to dynamic and interactive web interfaces and instruction.

Instructional Design: A critical component for any web-delivered training or instruction is the design and development of the content. CAIT's instructional development team has worked on a wide variety of projects and is experienced in project management, development, and start-up training.

Support Services: CAIT maintains a distance learning support service or help desk accessible by telephone through an 800 number and by internet. A custom integrated web-based tracking system allows CAIT to track and document all support requests and issues. Currently, 98% of all service requests are resolved within 8 hours, most within 4 hours.

Hosting Solutions: CAIT's servers are secured by a sophisticated firewall and network intrusion detection systems that monitor all network traffic. CAIT offers enterprise-hosting solutions for clients on leading edge infrastructure built on highly stable equipment. CAIT currently uses two datacenters with clustered technology that provide maximum uptime and reliability. Each of the datacenters is connected to the Illinois Century Network. CAIT's servers use Red Hat Linux with a focus on security, reliability, scalability, and innovation.



Western Illinois University, Horrabin Hall 90 / 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455  309.298.1804 Office 309.298.2806 Fax generalinfo@cait.org