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Be Connected: Data Backups

Wed. February 18, 2026 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm CST

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Be Connected: Data Backups

Wed. February 18, 2026 | 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm CST

Your data backups are supposed to provide reassurance against interruptions caused by cyber attacks. But what if their next target is…your backups?

Join us this week to move beyond basic backup schedules and toward a resilient “3-2-1” strategy that protects against both hardware failure and ransomware. We’ll also dive into the specifics of backup frequency based on your RPO, the move toward immutable cloud storage, and the critical importance of a Restoration Calendar for regular testing.

Tune in to share your experiences with disaster recovery drills and how you’ve optimized your backup pipeline to ensure that recovering the district is a practiced routine, rather than a frantic first attempt.
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Be Connected is a virtual networking series designed to spark meaningful conversations and collaboration within Illinois’ K–12 technology community.

Hosted by the LTC’s Technology Services team, each free session centers around a different relevant topic, ranging from infrastructure planning and cybersecurity to emerging tools, networking strategies, and day-to-day IT challenges. These informal yet purposeful sessions offer a relaxed and supportive environment where participants can ask questions, share experiences, and learn from one another.

Explore upcoming session topics: https://www.ltcillinois.org/services/beconnected/

Format
Focus Area
Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
Area
Online / Statewide
PD Hours
0
Cost
Free

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Area
Online / Statewide
PD Hours
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Venue

Online
IL United States
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Presenter

Eric Muckensturm
Eric Muckensturm
IT Strategy Manager, Cybersecurity, Learning Technology Center