Here at N4L we aim to ensure connections are working as best as possible for all schools using the Managed Network. However, events can happen that disrupt the network. These events range from hardware failures (e.g. power cuts in specific geographic areas) or fibre...
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How does N4L help protect schools against ransomware?
Ransomware can cause mass disruption for schools as we saw with the Kaseya security incident in July 2021. Once ransomware infects a device, the virus can quickly spread to other devices connected to the network. It can get into your computer in the same way that...
How to identify and prevent a phishing scam
As we all know, it’s up to us as individuals to continue to be vigilant against cyber threats so that we can protect ourselves and our information. CERT NZ have been sharing their top tips for staying safe online and we thought we’d ask our awesome Information...
Are you Cyber Smart? Boost your online security with CERT NZ tips’
We all know about being Book Smart or Sun Smart but the question we want you to say yes to is - are you Cyber Smart? We’re teaming up with our friends at CERT NZ to support Cyber Smart Week by providing some key steps that you can take to help keep your online...
Protecting your school against a spam scam
As the everyday technologies we use to improve our lives become more sophisticated, so do the online threats we face. Scams and viruses come in many forms and are becoming increasingly difficult to identify, including spam. While it may initially appear to be more of...
N4L proudly supports Netsafety Week
Aotearoa’s first Netsafety Week is here! It’s all about creating a safer online environment by sharing the ways we can make online spaces safe, recognising the positive power of the internet and knowing where to get help; and we’re proud to support it. Research from...
Safer at school, safer at home
Last year on Safer Internet Day we highlighted how we help create a safer and more secure online learning environment for schools and kura across Aotearoa. 12 months on, the world has drastically changed. Through two lockdowns, virtual classrooms and online testing,...