Protection from Security Threats
ICN News
ICN has helped numerous schools recently when it comes to protection from Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks .
ICN News Article
Voice Service Provides Encryption & Mobility Options
ICN News
Many customers continue to operate with a remote staff by implementing encryption and mobility features using our Voice platform.
The Presidential Primary Sources Project
Education
The ICN would like to encourage our education users to take advantage of the 2021 Presidential Primary Sources Project (PPSP) program series offered through the Internet2 Community Anchor Program.
Diving into Verizon’s 2021 Data Breach Investigation Report
ICN News
Verizon recently released its 2021 Data Breach Investigation Report (DBIR). As the 14th edition, the report is seen as a trusted and respected resource in cybersecurity for its annual reporting and analysis of incidents and breaches.
K-12 Education Sector Continues to Increase Internet Service
ICN News
It is no surprise that bandwidth continues to be high in demand for Iowa school districts. ICN is gearing up to deploy services for the 2021-2022 school year, and read some recent E-rate highlights.
Updating the Network to Build Efficiencies into the Future
ICN News
Many telecom organizations are struggling to manage their aging infrastructure, much of which has exceeded its intended lifespan. Several years ago, the ICN needed a transformation. ICN’s Chief Technology Officer explains minimizing ICN's legacy footprint and looking towards the IP future.
ICN Legislative Update - May 2021
ICN News
ICN's legislative update of session highlights for the 2021 Session of the 89th Iowa General Assembly.
Grants Awarded to Enhance Security
ICN News
ICN received five grants to enhance our security operations from the Iowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEMD). The grants were available through the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP), specifically the State Homeland Security Program (SHSP).
April is Safe Digging Month - Call 811 Before You Dig
ICN News
April is annually recognized as National Safe Digging Month. As construction activity starts to pick back up across the State, we want to remind all Iowans and contractors to be safe and always call 811 before any construction or digging projects.
Mandatory 10-Digit Dialing Impacts
ICN News
Recently there has been media coverage explaining how Iowans in the 515/319 area codes will be required to dial 10 digits starting April 24, 2021.