CBRS-LTE OnGo Technology: Private Network for Schools Solves Connectivity Challenges
Published by CBRS Alliance (https://www.cbrsalliance.org) The COVID-19 pandemic has caused more than 38 states to issue shelter-in-place mandates that have forced school districts to implement “distance learning” in order to finish out the school year. It has become apparent that connectivity is the key to ensure learning continues, but unfortunately, not all children or school […]
CARES Act Funding for School Technology Needs
The federal government has approved the CARES Act to provide funding to public entities, including K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and local and state governments. The funding can be used to help these organizations respond to and mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the ways funding can be used is to help […]
3 WAYS K-12 SCHOOLS CAN USE MASS NOTIFICATION DURING THE CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK
As many K12 schools move to distance learning models to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, the way school leaders communicate with their communities is changing. Unfortunately, this causes a lot of disturbance for both students and teachers, however these are necessary measures that need to be taken to protect everyone. This will prevent the […]
3 Projects to Enhance Your Mass Notification System
1. 911 ALERTS If someone calls 911 within your buildings, it’s important that the right people know an emergency is taking place. ACTIVATE One Touch Emergency Notification Solution can send notifications to select safety personnel or to an entire organization when someone dials 911 from a phone tied to their network. Alerts can be broadcast […]
7 Tips to Prevent Ransomware
Malicious software that uses encryption to hold data for ransom has become wildly successful over the last few years. The purpose of this software is to extort money from the victims with promises of restoring encrypted data. Like other computer viruses, it usually finds its way onto a device by exploiting a security hole in […]
Emergency Mass Notification System (EMNS) – Codes to Know
If you are considering a Mass Notification System for your school campuses, it is critical that you become familiar with the existing EMNS terminology, codes, and mandates. It is critical because it will help you choose and implement an EMNS Solution that ensures your organization spends its money wisely and gets the most complete solution. […]
Emergency Mass Notification System (EMNS) – Need to Know Compliancy
An EMNS system facilitates the one-way dissemination or broadcast of messages to one of more groups of people. EMNS solutions are in high demand but it is critical to understand the code compliance and terminology used to ensure your organization is in compliance and providing the best safety measures for your constituents. In speaking with […]