The reliability of XMPP for file transfer

Abstract

This thesis investigates if XMPP with extensions for file transfer, can establish a reliable service for transfer of large files within a health dedicated network. We have established a test environment within a health network and have defined a set of measurements that has been answered in this thesis. Through our assessment of the results, we have compared the XMPP technology to other possible solutions providing the service of file transfer.

Based on our discoveries we have also designed a telemedicine solution for file transfer based on XMPP. Our design utilizes the benefits that exists in the XMPP technology and especially its extensions for file transfer.