INTERNET, FIREWALL & FILTERING.
Harrap ICT offers both leased lines as well as FTTP (where available). As specialists in schools, we ensure we cover current and future DfE guidance. Currently, they recommend schools have a minimum download connection of 100mbps.
Leased Lines
A leased line is dedicated fibre cabling directly into your premises. Unlike FTTP, leased lines do not utilise shared infrastructure so your data will be transferred directly from the internet to you. This means you will receive the full capacity of your connection at all times. They also carry the highest level SLAs with the carriers offering the fastest repair time 365 days a year.
FTTP
Fibre to the premises (FTTP) is ultrafast broadband. Data is sent via fibre optic cabling directly into your premises. FTTP lines are shared, unlike leased lines. This is called a contended service, which means you may see a dip in performance at peak times.Our offering can be an internet-only provision or we can complement this with a Watchguard Firebox (spec depending on school requirements), Providing a fast and secure network with granular filtering and reporting that meets the DfE requirements for KCSiE.
Why choose Harrap ICT?
We understand that a stable, fast internet connection is critical to every aspect of school life, from students completing online learning to staff accessing resources or using crucial cloud applications.
Working with major ISPs ensures we offer high bandwidth, low cost internet connections and combined with our well researched firewall, filtering and monitoring solutions, help schools meet their Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) responsibilities.
Our team knows that you need a swift response when you need help, and we care about resolving problems and implementing solutions so that you can do what you need to do. Combining the Harrap ICT team with a leased line and Watchguard internet security is a great choice for your school.
Why choose a leased line?
– Dedicated & Secure: Your own private line means you’ll never have to share bandwidth with others, ensuring consistent speeds and secure data transmission.
– Lightning-Fast Speeds: Enjoy lightning-fast upload and download speeds -up to 10Gbps!
– 99.99% Uptime Guarantee: With the Critical Care package, count on a robust, high- performance connection to keep your staff and students working smoothly with minimal interruptions.
– Scalability & Flexibility: Upgrade to higher speeds if you wish to, without the need for complicated rewiring or downtime.
– Optional Backup Lines: Available for those who need added redundancy. FTTC/FTTP options available to fit your needs.
As a Watchguard Gold Partner, we have worked hard to ensure our team can assist with offering bespoke and secure options for Keeping Children Safe in Education whilst also offering the best price point on some extremely powerful hardware.
WatchGuard’s WebBlocker prevents access to dangerous and inappropriate web content, allowing schools to provide Internet based learning and research safely. WebBlocker blocks web based malware, helps ensure secure remote connectivity, and provides tight control over web surfing – even on HTTPS.