Why Security Maintenance is Easier with Vivi
In today’s classrooms, school technology teams are more critical than ever. With the growing number of internet-connected devices in education, IT professionals are the first line of defense in keeping students and staff safe from cybersecurity threats.
Ensuring that classroom tech remains updated and secure isn’t just a matter of convenience—it’s a matter of responsibility. The challenge? Not all classroom solutions are created equal when it comes to security maintenance.
IFPs: An ongoing security headache.
Interactive Flat Panels (IFPs) have become a go-to choice for many. Their all-in-one design and touchscreen functionality offer a compelling experience for teachers and students alike. Like any internet-connected device, however, IFPs require regular updates to stay secure and functional. Failing to do so can open the door to vulnerabilities.
Most IFPs are hardware-based solutions running on a particular operating system, which powers its functionality. Much like a mobile phone or laptop, that hardware can only receive software updates for so long before it reaches the end of its supported life. For most IFPs, this is roughly five years, with some reaching the end of their supported life in as little as three.
Once that window closes, the devices stop receiving updates, including critical security patches. That leaves schools stuck managing devices that may still work physically but have become digital liabilities. Tech teams are then faced with a dilemma: either continue using unsupported devices (which is not acceptable in today’s security landscape) or undergo the costly, time-consuming process of installing new ones.
Vivi: A superior alternative.
Vivi offers a modern alternative that solves many of these issues. While we’re often known for our small hardware components – the famous Vivi box, Vivi is first-and-foremost a SaaS platform. That means updates, patches, and new features are continuously made available from our servers.
Because of this, Vivi is able to employ a CI/CD (Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery) development model and respond to emerging vulnerabilities quickly, compared to most IFP vendors, whose update cycles are slower and more rigid. For school IT teams, this translates to fewer headaches and far less time spent chasing down firmware versions or patch notes.
All of these factors mean one thing: Vivi devices have a much longer supported software life than traditional IFPs, helping schools extend the usefulness of their classroom technology without compromising on security.
And while some might expect to have to sacrifice functionality in order to enjoy more streamlined maintenance, that’s not the case for Vivi. With a full suite of instructional tools that go far beyond simple screen mirroring such as timers, polls, media playlists, and collaboration tools, teachers are empowered to help drive student engagement and make lessons more interactive.
Vivi makes switching simple.
Whether a school is looking to outfit classrooms with entirely new setups, or looking for ways to enhance their current technology, Vivi has an answer. Between its streamlined hardware component that can be added to virtually any existing display technology or projector, and its software-only options, Vivi is a fit for any classroom.
That means schools that have already invested in IFPs can extend the usefulness of their panels without relying on outdated, unsupported software. This hybrid approach lets schools retain some of their investment while reducing the security headaches that come with maintaining obsolete systems and enjoying all of the benefits Vivi has to offer.
In short, Vivi gives you the best of both worlds: robust instructional features for teachers and a dramatically improved security footprint for IT teams. By switching to, or augmenting with, Vivi, schools can save time, reduce risk, and upgrade classroom experiences without overburdening already stretched tech departments.
Ready to see how Vivi can give your team peace of mind while empowering your classrooms? Explore Vivi and request a demo today.
