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The first time I happened to know about computer networks was when in my third semester, I attended a lecture on networking by one of the university professors. This lecture had left me awed. With the increased curiosity in this field of networking, I enrolled myself in a course called "Networks". Within this course, I got an opportunity to work on various switched networks, FTP, DNS, DHCP, NFS and Telnet configurations, shell programming, apache web server, structured cabling, firewall services, configuring send mail and some countermeasures for hacking. The ample amount of hands-on experience and tests that they had made us take, was sufficient to evoke a propensity towards networking. Since then, there has been no looking back. Very early in my life I realised my penchant for engineering which made me take up diploma in electronics and communication right after school. The experience of studying in a prestigious institute like Vivekanand Education Society’s Polytechnic, Mumbai, acted as a web where engineering concepts gripped my mind. Subjects such as Computer fundamentals and Digital communications compelled me to dig deeper and explore more into this field. I ranked 2nd in the institute and 16th in the final academic year across the Maharashtra state, is a testimony to the fact that I strive to do my best at anything that I commit to. This helped me build a strong foundation which in turn opened the doors to Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, one of the premier institutes affiliated to Mumbai University, to pursue my degree in Electronics and Telecommunication engineering. My experience as an undergraduate student at this institute has played a vital role in shaping my interest towards networki ng. The rigorous curriculum ... ...ffered by Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the North Carolina State University being particularly in tune with global industry demands and recent developments will undoubtedly provide me with unique learning opportunities. I see at the North Carolina State University the chance to acquire the skills that will allow me to develop as a true leader in my professional realm through my exposure to on-going research initiatives such as the work being carried out by Dr.Jayant Baliga in the scope of Networking. I desire to pursue PhD in network securities taking my interest further in this field. As a high-achiever and an individual driven by her passion, I am determined to make the most of every opportunity provided to me. I can assure you that my admission into your University’s MS program will be met with the highest level of commitment and dedication. Essay -- The first time I happened to know about computer networks was when in my third semester, I attended a lecture on networking by one of the university professors. This lecture had left me awed. With the increased curiosity in this field of networking, I enrolled myself in a course called "Networks". Within this course, I got an opportunity to work on various switched networks, FTP, DNS, DHCP, NFS and Telnet configurations, shell programming, apache web server, structured cabling, firewall services, configuring send mail and some countermeasures for hacking. The ample amount of hands-on experience and tests that they had made us take, was sufficient to evoke a propensity towards networking. Since then, there has been no looking back. Very early in my life I realised my penchant for engineering which made me take up diploma in electronics and communication right after school. The experience of studying in a prestigious institute like Vivekanand Education Society’s Polytechnic, Mumbai, acted as a web where engineering concepts gripped my mind. Subjects such as Computer fundamentals and Digital communications compelled me to dig deeper and explore more into this field. I ranked 2nd in the institute and 16th in the final academic year across the Maharashtra state, is a testimony to the fact that I strive to do my best at anything that I commit to. This helped me build a strong foundation which in turn opened the doors to Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, one of the premier institutes affiliated to Mumbai University, to pursue my degree in Electronics and Telecommunication engineering. My experience as an undergraduate student at this institute has played a vital role in shaping my interest towards networki ng. The rigorous curriculum ... ...ffered by Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the North Carolina State University being particularly in tune with global industry demands and recent developments will undoubtedly provide me with unique learning opportunities. I see at the North Carolina State University the chance to acquire the skills that will allow me to develop as a true leader in my professional realm through my exposure to on-going research initiatives such as the work being carried out by Dr.Jayant Baliga in the scope of Networking. I desire to pursue PhD in network securities taking my interest further in this field. As a high-achiever and an individual driven by her passion, I am determined to make the most of every opportunity provided to me. I can assure you that my admission into your University’s MS program will be met with the highest level of commitment and dedication.