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How does CReSED protect us from ransomware, viruses, and phishing?
By design, CReSED is highly resistant to ransomware and malware. Linux-based systems are less targeted and better secured than Windows by default, and Ubuntu Pro layers enterprise-grade protections on top. Updates are fast, efficient, and don’t require reboots or...
Can student data be backed up securely and privately?
Yes — and you choose how it happens. We offer secure local backups, private cloud integration (like Nextcloud or your own on-site server), and encrypted external storage options. No third-party platforms holding your student records hostage. You’re in charge of your...
How secure is the system — is it compliant with Australian school standards?
CReSED is based on Ubuntu Pro, which meets the same security standards used by defence contractors and critical infrastructure providers. It receives 10 years of security updates and includes hardening against ransomware, phishing, and unauthorised access — without...
Is there a library of STEM and creative tools for classroom use?
Yes — and it’s growing all the time. CReSED gives you direct access to an entire library of open-source educational tools covering science simulations, mathematics, engineering design, creative arts, and digital storytelling. From 3D modelling to real-time physics...
Can we teach coding, robotics, and media using your system?
Absolutely — CReSED was built with modern classrooms in mind. It includes pre-installed tools for teaching coding (like Scratch, Python, and Visual Studio Code), robotics (with support for Arduino and Raspberry Pi environments), and full creative media software for...
What educational software comes pre-installed for students and teachers?
CReSED includes a wide range of software tailored to the modern classroom. For younger students, you get tools like Tux Paint, GCompris, and Scratch. For secondary, you’ll find Python, Geogebra, LibreCAD, Inkscape, and full multimedia editing tools like Audacity and...