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K-12 Back-to-School IT Checklist: Hardware, Cybersecurity, VoIP & Cabling Essentials
R&D Data Products’ K-12 Back-to-School IT Checklist helps New Jersey school IT Directors and Network Admins prepare for the new year. From Extreme Networks switches and Fortinet firewalls to VoIP communication with Intermedia and fiber optic cabling, here’s everything your district needs for a smooth, secure, and connected start.
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VoIP Encryption: Protecting Government & School Communications
New Jersey schools and municipal agencies manage some of the most sensitive conversations—student discipline matters, public health alerts, law enforcement coordination.
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How VoIP Improves Emergency Response & Communication in Schools
Learn how New Jersey schools improve emergency response and communication with secure, reliable VoIP solutions from R&D Data Products.
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Protecting Student Data: Comprehensive Guidelines to FERPA Compliance
Learn how NJ, NY, PA schools can protect student data and stay FERPA-compliant with help understanding the FERPA guidelines from R&D Data Products. See best practices and trusted tech solutions for network performance tuning.
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WiFi Solutions for Schools & Government Offices
In today’s always-connected world, reliable wireless networking is critical. Schools and government agencies across New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New York rely on seamless, secure WiFi solutions to support students, staff, and community services. But how do you choose the right wireless infrastructure for your campus or office?
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How VoIP Improves Emergency Response & Communication in Schools
Whether it's a lockdown, severe weather, or a medical emergency, clear and immediate communication can make all the difference in a school environment. VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) offers a scalable, secure, and cost-effective alternative that supports real-time emergency response and coordination across schools and campuses.
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Choosing the Right IT Infrastructure for Your School District
For school districts across New Jersey, choosing the right IT infrastructure is a necessity. As digital learning, hybrid classrooms, and cy-
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Tariffs: What SLED IT Departments Need to Know and Be Thinking About
We're hoping this can help you and your team understand the real impact of these tariffs on SLED (State, Local, Education) agencies -
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11 Actionable Cybersecurity Tips for SLED IT Leaders Who Want to Secure Remote Workforces
Here we layout 11 actionable cybersecurity tips for SLED IT leaders who want to secure remote workforces
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My Network Camera Keeps Changing Its IP Address: 5 Common Causes & Fixes
What happens when your cameras keep changing IP addresses, causing interruptions in monitoring, connectivity issues, or even downtime?
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After 35+ Years in IT Networks, Here’s Why We Prefer Extreme Networks Over Competitors
For over 35 years, we’ve helped K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and public sector IT decision-makers navigate the industry.
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Top 5 Networking Challenges and Solutions for Schools—and How to Solve Them
Let's explore the top 5 networking challenges K-12 schools face and provide actionable solutions to address them.
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