Why is DyKnow Monitor better than the competition?

We’re glad you asked! Actually, DyKnow Monitor is unlike the competition for a lot of reasons, but the biggest differences are “under the hood.” Here are just some of the reasons our classroom management software is better than the competition:

Our client-server product design maximizes network performance and bandwidth.

Our client-server design allows you to supervise hundreds, thousands or even tens of thousands of computers without any noticeable impact on bandwidth and network performance. Our competitors use peer-to-peer or multicast technology which strain your network when you try connecting many users.

Unlike the competition, DyKnow Monitor actually works in wireless environments.

We specifically designed DyKnow Monitor to work in wireless environments. And, because of our client-server design, the load on the teacher’s computer is the same whether monitoring five or 150 computers.

Our free Data Integration Tool (DITO) virtually eliminates extra data management, making IT administration easier and more efficient.

DITO carries over your class roster information from an SIS or LMS so you, the IT administrator, do not have to manage multiple software databases. Our click-and-load approach makes this process easy and efficient so once you setup it up, you don’t have to touch it again.

We use Active Directory (AD) Authentication to increase security by maintaining pre-existing permissions. 

AD Authentication drastically improves security by maintaining your pre-existing AD Permissions which allows our software to identify teacher and student machines by User ID. This means: students do not need to login to DyKnow Monitor in order to be supervised, teachers can rest assured they are monitoring the right students and IT does not need to configure or modify channels or NATs to make it work!

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Do students need to login to a DyKnow Monitor session or “join” a teacher in order to be monitored?

No! We use Active Directory Authentication and SIS Integration to identify students which means they need only be logged into their computer to be monitored.

Will DyKnow Monitor work in my wireless environment?

Yes! In fact, all of our products are designed to optimize your wireless environment. We use a client server set-up to ensure DyKnow Monitor scales from few to thousands of users without straining your network.

How is training delivered?

We have a breadth of training options to meet the individual needs of your school. All training is coordinated and delivered by your schools assigned customer relationship manager (CRM) who assists with all aspects of implementation and training.

Learn more about our training options.

Does the software work on Mac computers?

Not natively. Currently, DyKnow Monitor only works on a Mac running Boot Camp. Please stay tuned for development news as we are always evaluating the market in an effort to meet everyone’s needs.

Where can I find more information on the technical requirements for using DyKnow Monitor?

You can find a wealth of information on our technical specifications and recommendations on our Support Page.

Can I get more interaction outside of just monitoring student behavior?

While DyKnow Monitor offers a few interactive tools (Polling, Chat and Screen Broadcaster), you can get the most collaboration from DyKnow Vision, our interactive education software. DyKnow Vision allows you to present, record, share, assess and collaborate with students in countless ways.

Learn more about DyKnow Vision.

Is there a difference between a student and teacher installer?

No! Unlike our competitors, the administrative rights for DyKnow Monitor are hard-coded by user ID on the server so you only need one installer. This simplifies imaging and makes it harder for students to manipulate the software. Our competitors give schools two installers – one for a teacher and one for a student – which means, if a student gets a hold of a teacher installer, then he/she can monitor the teacher or other students.

How do teachers monitor the correct students?

Students can be monitored by physical location, roster or both so all the teacher has to do is login and students are automatically in their session. Your assigned Customer Relationship Manager (CRM) will walk you or the IT administrator through setting this feature up.