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REAL Impact

In collaboration with other publicly funded agencies, the Remote Electronic Access for Libraries (REAL) Program, managed by the Missouri State Library, strives to...

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State of Missouri Discontinuing Cybersecurity Blacklist Portal

The State of Missouri’s Office of Cybersecurity has announced the end of publishing their blacklists, as it poses a security risk.  Over the...

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Beware of the 'ishing'

Social Engineering is the use of deception in order to manipulate the victim into performing an action for fraudulent purposes. The bad actor...

Google Workspace Updates

At MOREnet, we are committed to keeping our members informed about the latest developments that may impact their technology experience. Recently, we received...

MOREnet Annual Conference Call for Presenters is open. The conference will be held at Margaritaville Lake Ozark, Oct. 20-23, 2025.

Share your Expertise: MOREnet Annual Conference Call for Presenters is Open

We are looking for presenters who can share real-world, innovative technology uses in academia and public sector.  Attendees have asked to hear about...

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CIS Critical Controls Version 8.1

The Center for Internet Security (CIS) has long been respected for it's framework of critical security controls. Released in 2008, it's purpose was...

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Six School Districts to Compete in Missouri High School Cybersecurity Challenge Finals

We are pleased to announce the teams advancing to the live, in-person finals of the 2025 Missouri High School Cybersecurity Challenge, a statewide event designed to both inspire and showcase the next generation of cybersecurity talent.

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Lock It Down. Password Essentials.

Passwords. Ugh! Everyone hates them. All the rules!

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Revolutionizing MOREnet Missouri Libraries with REAL Funding

When Frankie Lea Hannan moved from the Carolina Coast to become the director of the Riverside Regional Library system in southeastern Missouri, she was excited for the challenge of leading a six-branch system that spanned three counties. 

Data Privacy Day - January 28, 2025: You Have the Power to Take Charge of Your Data

As more data is stored in the cloud or transferred to third parties, how can...

Ask the Expert Webinar Series Kicks Off Jan. 28

We’re excited to kick off our Ask the Expert webinar series on Jan. 28 at 2 p.m. with Ramah Hawley. Since Jan. 28...

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Bandwidth Upgrades? Don’t Miss the E-Rate Filing Window!

It is a great time to begin thinking about your bandwidth needs for the upcoming fiscal year through June 2026.  The actual E-Rate...

Incident Reporting: Your First Line of Defense

Organizations use layered security to prevent falling victim to a cybersecurity incident. The 3 main elements of layered security require administrative, physical and...

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Budget Planning: No Fee Increases in FY26, Network Connectivity Savings for Many

To assist as you look ahead and prepare your budgets for the next fiscal year, we have recently published our Fiscal Year 2026...

Build An Engaging Curriculum: Minecraft PD Opportunities

MOREnet is offering two professional development classes this spring to help teachers integrate game-based learning into their classrooms, engaging students in new and exciting ways.

The Best Thing About MOREnet You May Not Know About: Online Resources 

When people think of MOREnet, they often focus on its robust networking services and technical support. However, one of the hidden gems of...

Ring in the New Year with a Cybersecurity Makeover

A new year brings new opportunities. What a great time to review your cybersecurity practices! Evaluate every aspect of your digital life. Check...

Free Praxis Prep Course for Missouri 7-12 Teachers

Kira Learning is offering a free Praxis prep course for the first 30 Missouri teachers pursuing computer science certification.

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Ring in the New Semester with Opportunities for Your Most Tech-Savvy Students: Goal Ideas for Educators

As the confetti settles and the year unfolds, it's time to set our sights on making 2025 a year of impactful learning in our classrooms.

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Caught in the Web: Common Cyber Crimes

Cyber crime is a broad term that can encompass a wide variety of malicious activity. These attacks can be aimed at networks, businesses...