Education Networks of America
Education Networks of America (ENA) provides managed network connectivity, communications, and cybersecurity services to K-12 school districts, libraries, and other public sector customers. Acquired by Zayo Group in 2022, ENA has been a key player in the E-rate program since 1998, helping customers secure over one billion dollars in funding.
Services
Education Networks of America (ENA) provides managed network connectivity, communications, and cybersecurity services. These services are specifically tailored for K-12 school districts, libraries, and other public sector customers. ENA offers solutions such as internet access, WAN, SD-WAN, and Wi-Fi. Their communication services include VoIP, UCaaS, contact center solutions, IP trunking, audio conferencing, and fax over IP. In cybersecurity, ENA provides unified threat management, managed firewall, virtual private network, DDoS protection, and content filtering services.
History
ENA has been a key participant in the E-rate program since its inception in 1998. Through this program, they have supported customers in securing approvals for over one billion dollars in critical E-rate funds. In 2022, ENA was acquired by Zayo Group, which has further enhanced their ability to deliver high-quality managed services and customer care.
Connectivity Solutions
ENA's connectivity solutions encompass a variety of services aimed at improving network access and performance. These include internet access, WAN, SD-WAN, and managed Wi-Fi services. Their managed Wi-Fi solution features a comprehensive process including assessment, tailored design, implementation, validation, and ongoing technical support. This ensures robust and reliable wireless network performance for educational institutions and libraries.
Cybersecurity Services
ENA offers a wide range of cybersecurity services designed to protect networks and data. These services include unified threat management, which consolidates multiple security functions into a single service, and managed firewall services that mitigate threats at ENA’s core. Additionally, their DDoS protection service proactively scans and reroutes network traffic through scrubbing centers during attacks, while their virtual private network solutions provide secure remote access.
Professional Services
ENA provides professional technology services designed to address specific challenges faced by their customers. These services include both one-time and ongoing managed technology services. ENA's specialized solutions are tailored for the unique needs of K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and libraries, ensuring that each customer receives the necessary support to enhance their technology infrastructure.