Program Title Bandwidth Management Workshop
Type of Program Technical Training
Training Modality This one-year workshop incorporates hands-on training, distance learning, and computer-based testing. Participants may visit the U.S. WiderNet Program office depending on the needs and wants of the institution.

Training begins with an intensive one- to two-week course by WiderNet staff, followed by months of distance training, online assignments and hands-on technical practice. As questions arise, answers are available through direct email with WiderNet staff, customized CD-ROMs with over 5,000 web-based sources and online discussion panels.
Description Participants learn the ins and outs of bandwidth management, like:
  • Authenticating the system specified log-ins
  • Preventing "hogging" activities like movie downloading
  • Blocking spam and hackers via firewall protection
  • Censoring access to undesirable content
Background Information If done incorrectly or ignored completely, bandwidth can quickly drain an institution's ICT budget. With training, your institution can manage this precious resource with proven results:
  • Decreased bandwidth use
  • Maximized profits from third-party Internet use
  • Secured system
  • Savings on Internet costs of 20-30%