Hello, I wanted to share a professional development opportunity I came across that looks really valuable for libraries. ByWater Solutions and Novare Library Services are offering a Digital Defense: Strengthening Library Cybersecurity<https://bywatersolutions.com/news/bywater-solutions-announces-cybersecurity-essentials-for-libraries> Webinar Series this spring. It’s a six-part series featuring expert presenters on practical cybersecurity topics for libraries. All sessions are free, open to anyone, and will be recorded, so you can watch live or later. Here’s what’s coming up: 1. Jan 28 | 2:00 PM EST Practical Cybersecurity & Data Privacy for Library Staff with Tracy Z. Maleeff (InfoSecSherpa) 2. Feb 18 | 2:00 PM EST A Beginner's Guide to Routers and WiFi for Libraries with Scott Lipkowitz 3. Mar 18 | 2:00 PM EST Best Practices for Securing Public PCs with David Daghita 4. Apr 18 | 2:00 PM EST Small Budget, Big Defense: Free and Low-Cost Tools That Protect Your Library with Justin Denton 5. May 13 | 2:00 PM EST Love, Lies, and Loss: A Librarian’s Guide to Romance Scams with Tracy Z. Maleeff (InfoSecSherpa) 6. Jun 10 | 2:00 PM EST Backups and Beyond: Disaster Recovery Planning for Libraries with Justin Denton For more information and to register visit: https://bywatersolutions.com/news/bywater-solutions-announces-cybersecurity-... Based on the session descriptions, this series looks like a great way to get clear, practical advice on improving your library’s cybersecurity. The research and resources in this email are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. The Library of Michigan cannot endorse specific vendors or brands. Libraries should contact vendors and other experts for advice and to ensure that their choice reflects the unique needs of that library. Always, Shauna Quick Library Technology Access Consultant Library of Michigan, 702 W. Kalamazoo, Lansing, MI 48915 quicks1@michigan.gov<mailto:quicks1@michigan.gov> | 517-335-0126 she/her/hers [cid:90c00cd0-f506-4140-b3d0-cbc51d208f61]<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/05de81e9d972497b8f56a791b405b02e@michigan.gov?anonymous&ep=signature> Book time to meet with me<https://outlook.office.com/bookwithme/user/05de81e9d972497b8f56a791b405b02e@michigan.gov?anonymous&ep=signature> [Michigan's Top 10 Strategic Education Plan]<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/resources/michigans-top-10-strategic-education-plan> [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.
