Tips for School IT Administrators

Are USB devices causing problems in your school's computer network? Now school IT administrators can block USB devices completely, or selectively control their use by students and teachers.

• Selectively grant or deny access to USB devices by computer or user
• Block all USB devices, or selectively allow certain types
  • Block USB memory devices, but allow USB printers
• Scan utility show what USB devices are being used on your network

This tip for school IT administrators explains what to look for in USB controls and shows how to take advantage of inexpensive endpoint protection software, such as Netop ProtectOn Pro, to control USB access. 

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Schools everywhere are reeling because of budget cuts. If you're scrambling trying to figure out how to manage computers across the district with dwindling resources, read on to see how school IT administrators are saving money and time by using a single remote control solution to meet IT needs across the district.

• Remotely access any computer in the district, regardless of firewalls
• Resolve technical issues while class is in session, with disruption
• Automate routine, scheduled tasks with simple scripting to save time

This tip for school IT administrators discusses what to look for in a remote control solution and shows you how using cost-effective remote control software, such as Netop Remote Control, can help save time and accomplish more with less. 

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An article in the June 2010 issue of Campus Technology magazine reports on how college campuses are using print management systems, such as PrintLimit Pro, to save money and the environment.

IT managers at any school level can reduce waste and recover budget with a print management system that can:

• Track printer usage and print costs by user. Provide detailed reports to identify excessive printing and improve printer utilization.
• Assign print quotas and limits. Restrict jobs by number of pages, prohibit duplicate jobs and limit color printing to encourage responsible use.
• Save up to 70% in printing costs, manage networked printers centrally, with cross-platform support.

This tip for school IT administrators explains what to look for in a print management system and shows you how using cost-effective print management software, such as Netop PrintLimit Pro, can help reduce waste and recover budget.

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