Think of the internet like a huge network of destinations (websites), and you’re planning a trip. Domain Name System (DNS) is like a travel agent for the Internet. You tell the travel agent where you want to go by name - they handle the exact address and booking...
What does your school or kura need to know about protecting ākonga online? We talked to Netsafe to find out. What does online safety mean for your school or kura? Is it about keeping ākonga from seeing inappropriate content? Blocking social media? Stopping scams...
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...
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 for online safety and security – it’s a team effort that involves parties...