SonicWall Awarded USETPA Contract

SonicWall has been awarded the U.S. Educational Technology Purchasing Alliance (USETPA) contract for wireless access points, firewalls (network security products) and related security services. The USETPA assists public agencies to help reduce the cost of purchased goods […]

5 Best Practices for Fast, Secure Wi-Fi on K-12 Campuses

When I was a high school student, bringing a smartphone into classrooms was not permitted. If you were caught with any electronic device, it would be confiscated. Pronto. In this new digital era, schools are […]

The E-rate ‘Fear Less’ Technology Infrastructure

Before you begin the RFP process, it’s important to explore the technology infrastructure (specifically what’s eligible in Category Two) as defined within the E-rate program by Universal Service Administration Company (USAC) and how each relates to […]

The E-rate ‘Fear Less’ Solution

The E-rate program is critical for K-12 organizations that lack the funding to procure appropriate technology, such as networking and cyber security solutions (e.g., firewalls, wireless network security, etc.). But understanding the program — as […]

Navigating the E-rate Program: Forms, Filling Cycles & Rules

Participating in your first E-rate season can be overwhelming. It is important to understand eligibility requirements of the program since the forms and terminology can become confusing. To better understand the ins and outs of […]