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How do 3D printers encourage innovation in the classroom?

Imagine a classroom where biology students can print and learn from 3D cross-sections of cells and organs. It might sound like something from science fiction, but the technology is already here. In fact, 3D printers have been available since the mid-1990s – and they are now being used to revolutionize education [...]

Poor cybersecurity could jeopardize your school’s reputation

As the head of IT for a school, it can be frustrating trying to sell cybersecurity to an unrelenting school board that doesn’t see the cost as a priority. This is why it’s vital to demonstrate the benefits of a proactive response to security threats, rather than waiting for an [...]

Get your school future-ready with these PC upgrade tips

PC fleet upgrades: What you need to know Are your school’s personal computers getting slow, glitchy or having compatibility issues? All are signs that it could be time for an upgrade. You’re probably wondering about the best time of year to buy new PCs and exactly what you will need. [...]

Boost innovation and productivity with digital collaboration

Digital collaboration: The key to innovation, productivity and results Digital technology might have transformed the modern workplace, but every innovation inevitably throws up its own set of obstacles to overcome. One such challenge is siloing, where an organization’s departments aren’t communicating with each other effectively. When we’re glued to our [...]

It’s time to go on the offense with your IT security

Cybersecurity is now a game of attack, not defense It’s said that the best defense is a good offense. This is particularly true in cybersecurity, where the average cost of a security breach in the U.S. is more than US$200 per compromised data item, according to a 2017 Ponemon study. Considering [...]

How to stay safe and secure online in 2018

One of the few industries in the world that will never see budget cuts is security. As the world grows ever more complex and connected, our valuable information is increasingly exposed to malicious actors around the world. However, there are experts around the world working behind the scenes to fight [...]

For smart businesses, it’s all about proactive maintenance

Technology is getting smarter and, thanks to recent big advances in machine learning, it can now automate many of the functions that used to be performed by humans. Self-healing automation is the next step in this revolution. It refers to applications, devices and systems that can discover system faults or [...]

Getting ready for the worst

Bad things happen to good organizations. In any disaster, whether natural or man made, there are businesses that close because of the physical conditions and never manage to reopen. Here’s how to figure out your weak points and how to avoid common pitfalls in making that assessment. 1. Assess your [...]

Why teachers around the world are embracing digital whiteboards

The key to interactive and dynamic learning A digital whiteboard combines the features of an ordinary whiteboard, a projector and a touchscreen computer. The result: a powerful and interactive learning tool that encourages innovation and collaboration. Digital whiteboards foster active learning environments and student participation by allowing teachers to manipulate [...]

Security Alert! Intel Chips Vulnerable

The newest threats to make headlines in the tech industry have arrived, in the form of 2 exploits known as Meltdown and Spectre. These exploits affect all modern computing processors, which are installed in everything from desktop computers to the new smartphone you just picked up at the store. In [...]