How N4L helps connect, protect, and support Kiwi schools online Getting online at home is usually pretty straightforward – just sign up with a provider, plug in your modem, decipher the password, and you’re away. For schools and kura, it’s not quite so simple. You’re...
Not all cybersecurity threats come with obvious warnings - and not all devices are as safe as they seem. In this real-life example, a school MacBook infected with Mac-specific malware was identified and contained before any damage occurred. Through N4L’s proactive...
When it comes to cybersecurity, it’s easy to feel like you’re facing a moving target. For schools and kura, the challenge isn’t just keeping up with evolving threats - it’s knowing where to turn for support. While systems and tools play a key role, it’s people who...
Phishing is a key weapon of cybercriminals, and here at N4L, we’re seeing a rise in the amount of phishing emails being sent to schools. Phishing, also known as email scams or email fraud, usually involves an email appearing to be from a reputable company or known...
Helping schools protect ākonga: a selection of online safety tools and resources Whether you’re talking about uniform rules, extracurriculars or what to sell in the tuck shop, schools and kura are about collective decision-making that works for everyone. The same goes...
In the day to day life of a teacher or principal, there’s a lot going on (all. the. time.) - and it’s only getting busier! If you’re not a technical person when it comes to IT, then cybersecurity becomes another daunting thing to consider on an already packed plate....
The term ‘firewall’ conjures up dramatic imagery – but the reality is not quite so cinematic. However, the name does give you a clue about the purpose of this network security tool. A firewall is a barrier between your network and the open internet. It monitors and...