Icy Tea Articles
An Updated Digital Switch-Off Date – Make Sure Your School is Ready for VOIP!
Prepare your school for the digital switch-off and transition to VOIP. With an updated date of change from the UK Government (now amended to 2027), many have taken a sigh of relief with the idea that they have extra time before
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The Evolution of Classroom Technology: From Chalkboards to Smartboards
Explore the fascinating journey of classroom technology and how school broadband and school internet have transformed learning environments. Get ready for a refreshing stroll down memory lane, with a splash of IcyTea’s handy tips!
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Strategies for Managing and Mitigating IT Downtime in Schools
IT downtime can disrupt learning and administrative activities. This article provides strategies to minimize downtime and ensure reliable school internet and broadband for schools, with a served with a cool helping of IcyTea.
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Top Trends in Educational Technology for the Upcoming School Year
Stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends in educational technology. This article explores the innovations set to transform classrooms and enhance school internet and
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Maximizing Cybersecurity in Schools: Essential Steps for 2024
The Digital Dial Tone With the advent of digital technology, traditional phone systems are quickly becoming obsolete. Schools need to keep up with this transformation to enhance communication
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Level Up Learning: Integrating Gamification into the Curriculum to Boost Student Engagement
The Digital Dial Tone With the advent of digital technology, traditional phone systems are quickly becoming obsolete. Schools need to keep up with this transformation to enhance communication
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Stay Ahead of the Game: 5 IT Improvements for Schools Over the 2024 Summer Holidays
The Summer IT Refresh Summer holidays aren't just for students and teachers to recharge; they’re also the perfect time for schools to upgrade their IT infrastructure. With empty
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Is Your School’s Technology Up to Date with The Latest DfE Guidance?
Navigating the New Guidelines In the ever-evolving world of education, staying up to date with the latest guidelines from the Department for Education (DfE) is crucial. The recent
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Your School’s Summer IT Checklist!
Prepare your school’s IT infrastructure for the upcoming year with this comprehensive summer checklist. From upgrading school broadband to ensuring robust school internet, we’ve got you covered. Read on to get your weekly dose of IcyTea tech refreshment.
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Dial into the Future: How Digital Phone Systems Can Transform Your School
The Digital Dial Tone With the advent of digital technology, traditional phone systems are quickly becoming obsolete. Schools need to keep up with this transformation to enhance communication
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Phishing for Trouble: a Guide on How You Can Protect Your School
The School's Digital Fortress In the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, phishing remains one of the most common and dangerous attacks targeting schools. Cybercriminals are
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Understanding Social Media in 2024: Navigating the Digital Playground
The Digital Playground of Social Media In an era where social media is as ubiquitous as textbooks, it's crucial for schools to understand the impact of these platforms on young minds. While
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Embrace the Cloud: Revolutionising School IT with Cloud Services
Why Schools Need to Embrace the Cloud In today's fast-paced digital world, schools and trusts need to stay ahead of the curve. The move to cloud services isn't just a trend—it's a revolution. As
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The Importance of Quality, Safe Broadband in Schools
In today's fast-paced, digitally-driven world, having top-notch school broadband is as essential as having good teachers and textbooks. Reliable and high-speed internet
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Looking After Your Student’s Digital Wellbeing
In today's digital world, ensuring the wellbeing of students goes beyond the classroom walls. With the increasing reliance on technology for learning and communication,
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The Importance of Quality Broadband in Independent Schools
Independent schools - unique broadband requirements. High-quality broadband is of great importance in all schools but, within an independent school setup, the additional pressures of independent schools only make this all the more vital.
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How Schools Can Prepare for the Digital Switch Off in 2024
As technology continues to evolve, the UK government has announced plans to phase out traditional landline phone networks, paving the way for a full digital switch off.
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10 Ways That UK Schools Can Harness the Power of AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in education, offering innovative solutions to age-old challenges. While the potential benefits of AI in schools are vast and promising,
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How to Choose the Best Internet Provider for Your School
In the digital age, choosing the best internet provider for your school is like picking the right blend of tea - it can make all the difference. With so many options available,
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School Broadband Filtering That Works… Anywhere!
School broadband filtering is becoming ever more important with accessibility to inappropriate sites and apps becoming easier for students. This
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