Blogs & Updates
Latest advice for schools on ransomware
December 19 2016
Ransomware is an aggressive form of computer virus that targets your server, encrypts files and then demands a ransom for their release.
The technology driving ransomware - such as the CryptoLocker ...
School servers targeted by hackers
December 05 2016
It has been brought to our attention that hackers are targeting school servers
What has been happening?
The following unusual activity has been reported at a number of schools:
Server drive permiss...
Online Monitoring and Schools' Safeguarding Responsibility
November 11 2016
As of the 5th September, solely using web filters to protect students from harmful content is no longer sufficient and schools are expected to be more proactive in monitoring online activity.
An inc...
Important changes to Microsoft UK licensing
November 08 2016
From 2017, Microsoft will increase the pricing of all UK licences
Why the increase and how much is it?
To keep their British pricing in line with European Union pricing, Microsoft has announced a ...
Stay alert for phishing email scams
October 21 2016
At SBS we monitor cyber threats that could affect schools and provide information about how you can protect your ICT systems and data
It has come to light that schools are being targeted with sophis...
Top 10 tips to protect your school from computer viruses
August 24 2016
Virus detection & prevention can be difficult to manage for busy schools with multiple users across site. We've provided some top tips to help you to combat the increasing number of virtual threa...
Latest products & services from SBS ICT
July 07 2016
At SBS we are continually researching new technologies and developing our expertise to provide solutions for our schools' challenges.
Below are the new products and services we've launched for the su...
Changes to Windows Server licensing
June 08 2016
Shortly, Windows Server 2016 will change the current Windows Server licensing model.
Developed with Windows 10, Microsoft Server 2016 is an upcoming server operating system that has enhanced security...
Microsoft Internet Explorer updates affecting RM Integris
February 08 2016
As of January 12 2016, Microsoft will only be updating and supporting Internet Explorer (IE) 11 - the latest version of IE
What should RM Integris users do?
We recommend that schools update Internet ...
Securus Anti-bullying Software
November 16 2015
SBS has partnered with Securus Software to provide an online safety solution for your school.
This software will alert staff to cyberbullying, explicit images, online grooming, radicalisation and muc...
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