When the school gates close for the summer, the work doesn’t stop for IT managers. In fact, the quieter months provide the perfect opportunity to catch up on the maintenance, upgrades and admin that can be difficult to tackle during term time.
With fewer users on-site and minimal disruption to classrooms and computer labs, summer is the ideal time to get ahead and ensure everything is running smoothly for the new academic year. Here are a few areas worth focusing on while students are away.
1. مراجعة وتحديث البرمجيات
Ensuring that all devices are running the latest versions of software not only helps with security and stability but can also improve performance and compatibility with newer applications. Take time to:
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patch operating systems and key applications
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remove unused or outdated software
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standardise versions across your network to simplify support.
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2. إعادة تهيئة الأجهزة لبداية جديدة
Reimaging hardware over the summer ensures a fresh, consistent environment across all your computers come September. This helps prevent performance issues and reduces support requests early in the term.
Summer 2025 will be a very good time to upgrade to Windows 11, because support for Windows 10 expires on 14 October 2025.
3. Check hardware health
Now’s a good time to assess the physical condition of your devices. Look out for:
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system drive usage near to capacity
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low memory on older machines
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warranties close to end date.
4. Audit licences and renewals
Make sure all your software is properly licensed and compliant. It's easy for things to get missed during a busy term, especially with staff or student turnover. Use this time to:
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audit current software usage
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identify underused licences
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renew or cancel subscriptions as needed.
Join our upcoming webinar to discover how Faronics Cloud can help you automate software updates, simplify imaging, and keep your school’s IT environment secure and ready for the year ahead.
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