Computer-Based Decentralized Voting System:- Ndukwe Andrew C

ABSTRACT

This project analyses a general and well-established research into a computer-based decentralized voting system (CVS). The need for the CVS stems from the problems ofthe existing paper-based or manual voting model which is slow, prone to manipulation, wastes resources and has led to reduced voter enthusiasm in the electioneering process. The CVS aims to provide an automated voting model, one which is time and resource efficient. The primary objectives are to optimize vote tallying, reduce instances of vote manipulation through decentralization, and offer a reliable record mechanism through a database. The computer-based decentralized voting system speeds up the voting process, saves the stress ofmanual voting and counting hence breeding voter happiness and trust in the election process. The adopted research methodology for the CVS is the RAD (Rapid Application Development) as it effectively eases the transfer from a manual system to the new proposed CVS model.