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Protect K–12 Data from Cyberattacks

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Data Security

Protect K–12 Data from Cyberattacks

As threats evolve, new strategies and solutions can help organizations safeguard their data. A multifaceted cybersecurity program that takes an adaptable approach to preventing, containing and remediating attacks is the key to making data protection a reality. CDW offers solutions and services to ensure you have a proactive security and risk mitigation strategy in place.

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Incident Response

Does Your District Have a Plan in Place?

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Incident Response

Does Your District Have a Plan in Place?

A robust incident response plan is vital to an effective K–12 cybersecurity strategy. Learn how to strengthen your district’s incident response plan, or build one with advice from security experts.

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SECURITY

Ensuring Secure School Experiences

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SECURITY

Ensuring Secure School Experiences

In school environments, minors have access to an onslaught of tools and technologies. This raises the stakes for school IT leaders not only to secure sensitive data from breaches but also to maintain the integrity of the equipment as users of various ages get their hands on it. Good cybersecurity takes practice.

K–12 networks house vulnerable student data, containing everything from Social Security numbers to health records. District IT leaders must take cybersecurity measures against ransomware, phishing attacks and other threats to ensure data protection. Follow our coverage to learn about the latest network defenses in the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity.

Check out Cybersecurity Awareness Month coverage from October 2021

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Review: Okta Grants Access to Necessary Apps for Authorized Schools Anywhere

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What Do K–12 IT Leaders Need to Know About Cyber Liability Insurance for School Districts?

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The Benefits of a Google Workspace for Education Audit

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5 Ways K–12 Schools Can Push Back Against the Consent Phishing Trend

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School Districts Turn to Outside Experts to Beef Up Their Cybersecurity Posture

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What Is Identity and Access Management for K–12?

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Security Tools for K–12 Districts in Today’s Cloud Environments

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Protect Your Network Against Bad Password Habits

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3 Reasons Why the Cloud Continues to Be Overlooked in K–12 Cybersecurity

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CDW Acquires Leading Cybersecurity Firm

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Upgrading and Securing Your Network for Students’ Return

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How to Detect Malicious Activity in Microsoft Environments

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The Fundamentals of Zero-Trust Security for Schools

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How to Protect School Systems from Ransomware Attacks

The Value of Managed Endpoint Services

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4 Cyberhygiene Practices for Secure Remote Learning

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Fake Phishing Emails Expose Need for Cybersecurity Training

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FETC 2020: 8 Ways Administrators Can Support Cybersecurity

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Fact or Fallacy: Stay Up to Date on the Best Practices for Password Security

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3 Ways Microsoft Edge Makes the Internet More Secure

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Biometrics in Schools to Yield Security Benefits and Privacy Concerns

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FETC 2019: K–12 Schools Need Evolved Security Protocols to Thwart Next-Gen Hackers

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Q&A: Security Advocate Erich Kron on Protecting K–12 Schools from a New Phishing Scam

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