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K12 Budgeting: Planning Your 1:1 Device Refresh Program Cost

As K12 education evolves, managing 1:1 device programs effectively is crucial. These programs, providing each student with a personal computing device, play a pivotal role in modern education. Success demands strategic planning, communication, foresight, and a holistic approach to device management. With digital learning on the rise, these devices are more than just tools for accessing information; they are platforms for interactive, core learning experiences. However, funding remains a significant hurdle, making effective budgeting for your device refresh program essential for optimizing ROI and device longevity.

Crafting a Futureproof 1:1 Device Strategy for School Districts

In the evolving landscape of Education Technology, crafting a futureproof 1:1 device strategy is crucial. This strategy should link every student, teacher, and administrator experience with specific device specifications. The integration of educational apps into the curriculum can significantly enhance the learning environment. These apps, tailored to the needs of students, can provide interactive content, fostering a dynamic learning experience.

Optimizing Your K12 Tech Investments: Funding 1:1 Device Programs

This blog will guide school districts grappling with the financial and resource demands of implementing a successful 1:1 device program amid ongoing challenges of budget constraints and competing priorities. Our guided workbook, created in partnership with Intel, provides further support with personalized roadmap on “Pathways to Innovation: Building a Sustainable Digital Learning Environment”.​

K12 Cybersecurity: How to Secure 1:1 Devices in Your School District

This blog post delves into the importance of security, cybersecurity, and data privacy in school districts implementing 1:1 device initiatives. It offers basic steps for evaluating, planning, and executing a security strategy. Our guided workbook, created in partnership with Intel, provides a personalized roadmap on “Pathways to Innovation: Building a Sustainable Digital Learning Environment”.

Lost & Stolen Devices are a Serious Data Security Threat—Here’s Why

Since the pandemic, remote and hybrid work has become the norm. While mobile devices and remote workstations have empowered great flexibility, it has also led to an increase in data security problems due to lost, misplaced, or stolen devices. Find out how remote and hybrid setups are contributing to this problem and how to protect yourself and your organization.​

Ransomware Gangs Adding Pressure with ‘Swatting’ Attacks—Here’s What You Need to Know

Ransomware gangs are implementing new extortion tactics to encourage victims to pay up. Swatting is becoming an increasingly popular tactic. It involves calling law enforcement to falsely report a serious, in-progress crime triggering an extreme response such as an armed raid from the SWAT team. Explore how cybercriminals are using this tactic and what you can do to prevent it from happening to you.​

Smishing Attacks are on the Rise—Here’s How To Keep Your Data Safe

Smishing attacks are on the rise, posing a significant threat to data security. Originating from a blend of SMS and Phishing, these attacks have seen a drastic increase since 2020. The widespread use of smishing attacks has persisted, with a lack of awareness being a major issue. Many view these as simple spam messages, unaware of the danger they pose. This blog aims to raise awareness about smishing and provide actionable insights to protect yourself and your organization.

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Growing Cybersecurity Threats Put Organizations at Increased Risk

As cybersecurity threats and attacks continue to become more prevalent, it is critical for companies to understand the issues and determine how to protect their most valuable assets.

Mike Sanchez Of United Data Technologies On SBOMs; What They Are, What They Are Not, And How Organizations Can Use Them To Make Us More Secure

Cyber attacks on products, devices, vehicles and critical infrastructure are on the rise. One of the tools that can be used to identify cyber threats are SBOMs, or Software Bill of Materials. How exactly can they be used to keep products more secure? What are their limitations? Why and how should a manufacturer or business use them?

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  1. Determine which systems were impacted and immediately isolate them. Take the network offline at the switch level or physically unplug the systems from the wired or wireless network.
  2. Immediately take backups offline to preserve them. Scan backups with anti-virus and malware tools to ensure they’re not infected
  3. Initiate an immediate password reset on affected user accounts with new passwords that are no less than 14 characters in length. Do this for Senior Management accounts as well.

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