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The Role of Managed IT Services in School Cybersecurity

It's disheartening to know that schools have become increasingly attractive targets for cybercriminals. Hackers recognize that schools often lack the necessary budget and resources to combat potential threats. In fact, 27% of schools view their current data center security as inadequate and urgently in need of improvement (Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency). However, there is a solution that can level the playing field. By partnering with a Managed IT Services provider, schools can access expert [...]

By OIT|2023-11-23T20:45:25+00:00October 11th, 2023|Data security, IT services|0 Comments

Cybersecurity Best Practices for Schools

With the increasing use of technology in education, cybersecurity should be a top priority for schools of all sizes. Educational institutions store sensitive data such as student and staff personal information, financial records, and research data, making them an attractive target for cybercriminals. Schools have a responsibility to protect this data from unauthorized access, data breaches, and other cybersecurity threats. In this blog post, we will explore these best practices in more detail and provide [...]

By OIT|2023-10-11T21:24:49+00:00July 21st, 2023|Optimized IT, Security|0 Comments

Why Schools Need to Prioritize Cybersecurity

Cybersecurity threats have become a key concern in many sectors, especially in education and learning institutes. The increased inter-connectivity of school systems and networks has led to increased efficiencies but has also inadvertently opened avenues for information security attacks. Moreover, the lack of trained IT staff in cybersecurity strategies has increased the risk of these attacks. As school resumes, it is essential to tighten security measures since the education sector is especially vulnerable to attacks [...]

By OIT|2023-10-10T17:40:40+00:00August 25th, 2022|Education, OIT|0 Comments