Faronics Insight
  • About Faronics Insight
  • Getting Started
  • Release Notes
    • Insight Release Notes
    • Known Issues
    • 2024
    • 2023
    • 2022
    • 2021
  • Installation & Administration
    • Overview
    • Quick Install Guide
    • System Requirements
      • Display Settings
      • Supported Environments
      • Bandwidth Requirements
      • Wireless Networks and Insight
      • Firewall Settings and Insight
      • Faronics Insight and Use with Proxy Servers
    • Installation
      • Installing on Windows
        • Installing the Insight Student
          • Command Line Installation
          • Command Line Utility
          • Insight Mass Deployment Through Faronics Deploy
        • Installing the Insight Teacher
          • Command Line Installation
          • Command Line Utility
        • Uninstalling Insight
      • Installing on macOS
        • Installing the Insight Student
          • Command Line
        • Installing the Insight Teacher
          • Command Line
        • Uninstalling Insight
      • Installing on iOS Devices
      • Installing on Android Devices
      • Installing on Chrome OS Devices
        • Configuring Chrome OS Devices
      • Installation Options
        • Class ID
          • Changing the Class ID
        • Enhanced Security
        • The Insight Connector
          • Installing the Insight Connector
          • Configuring the Insight Teacher for Insight Connector
          • Configuring the Insight Student for Insight Connector
      • Insight 11 Upgrade
  • Using Faronics Insight
    • The Insight Teacher Console
      • Navigating the Teacher Console
      • Class ID / Room
      • Audio
      • Settings
        • Pre-programmed Settings
        • Share Screen
        • Chat
        • Lock Screen
        • Banned Word Alert
        • File Transfer Location
        • Screen Recording Location
        • Thumbnail
        • Student Info
        • Block Applications
        • Web Filtering
        • Disable Drives
        • Notification
      • Classrooms
        • Manage Classrooms
        • Load Classroom
        • Save Current Classroom
        • Record Teacher Console
        • Stop Recording
        • Add Student to Classroom
        • Remove Student from Classroom
        • End Class
        • Choose Random Student
        • Configure Students
        • Power On Classroom Computer
        • Import Legacy Classroom
      • Remote Access a Student's Computer
      • Remote Actions
        • Enable/Disable Mouse Tracking
        • Enable/Disable Keyboard and Mouse
        • Send Alt + Tab
        • Save Snapshot
        • Send Message
        • Launch Webpage
        • Launch Application
        • Show Desktop
      • Share
        • Share My Screen
        • Share a Student's Screen
        • Share a Random Student's Screen
        • Transfer File/Folder to Students
        • Get File from Students
      • Assess
        • Begin a Test
        • Create a Test
        • Manage Tests
        • Test History
        • Live Test Results
        • Manage Poll
        • Start Poll
        • Manage Webpages
        • Manage Applications
        • View Activity History
        • View Question History
      • Focus
        • Lock Screen
        • Lock Keyboard and Mouse
        • Focus Web
        • Focus Applications
        • Focus Printing
        • Focus Drives
        • Mute Student Speakers
        • Close All Apps
      • Actions
        • Save Snapshot
        • Send Message to Selected Students
        • View Running Applications
        • Launch Webpage
        • Launch Application
        • Computer Actions
        • Change Student Class ID
        • Show Desktop (Windows)
        • Talk to Student
        • Restart Insight Agent
        • Stop Insight Agent
        • Upgrade Insight
        • Uninstall Insight
      • Select Student Computers
      • Layout Options
        • Card View
        • Grid View
        • Sort By
        • Default Monitor Thumbnail
        • Save Layout
      • Detailed View
      • Right-click Menu
      • Top Menu Bar
    • The Insight Student Application
      • Navigating the Student Console
      • Chat
      • Raise Hand
      • Submit Files
      • Top Menu Bar
      • Live Test Results
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  • Version 11.40.x.412 (Windows) / 11.40.x.412 (Mac) (September 18, 2024)
  • Enhancements
  • Version 11.30.x.347 (Windows) / 11.30.x.347 (Mac) (June 25, 2024)
  • Enhancements
  • Version 11.26.x.312 (Windows) / 11.26.x.312 (Mac) (April 23, 2024)
  • Enhancements
  • Fixes

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  1. Release Notes

2024

Version 11.40.x.412 (Windows) / 11.40.x.412 (Mac) (September 18, 2024)

Enhancements

  • Security and Performance Enhancements: This update includes various behind-the-scenes security and performance improvements to ensure a smoother and safer experience for users.

  • Enhanced Web Filtering: Improved web filtering now allows teachers to block or permit websites related to the same domain, providing greater control over web access for students.

  • Improved File Sharing: Teachers can now upload entire folders to students, making it easier to distribute materials efficiently.

  • Class Settings Import/Export: Teachers can now easily import and export Class Settings, making it simple to transfer settings between classes or backup configurations.

  • Double-Click Remote Connect: A new feature lets teachers quickly connect to any student by double-clicking on their thumbnail, streamlining the remote support process.

  • Random Screen Sharing: Teachers can now share a random student’s screen with the class, enhancing interactive learning and engagement.

  • Adaptive Test Option: Added the Adaptive Test option in the Manage Tests dialog, allowing teachers to implement adaptive testing based on student performance.

  • Manage Polls: Teachers can now manage, import, and export polls within the Manage Polls dialog, providing more flexibility in conducting interactive sessions.

  • Manage Webpages: Teachers can define a list of frequently used webpages and use them under the "Launch Webpage" option in the Actions dropdown. The list can also be exported and imported for easier setup across different classrooms.

  • Manage Applications: Teachers can now create a list of applications to use with the "Launch Application" feature. This list can be exported and imported, streamlining management across multiple classrooms.

  • Active Focus Thumbnails: Teachers can quickly select all thumbnails of students currently in Focus mode, allowing for targeted classroom monitoring and engagement.

  • Thumbnail Detailed View: Operating system icons (Windows or Mac) have been added to the Thumbnail Detailed view, making it easier for teachers to identify which operating system each student is using.

  • New Language Support: Insight now supports Dutch, expanding accessibility for more users globally.


Version 11.30.x.347 (Windows) / 11.30.x.347 (Mac) (June 25, 2024)

Enhancements

  • Record Classroom: Teachers can now record the Student thumbnails in the active Teacher Console for later review, aiding in monitoring and assessment. Students are notified of screen recording and can hide the notification dialogue.

  • Screen Recording Location: A new tab has been introduced in the Settings dialog to manage screen recording locations, allowing teachers to easily control where recordings are saved.

  • Instantaneous Files Submission: Located under the Student Chat section, this new option allows students to send files to the teacher. The Send File dialog enables drag-and-drop or selection of multiple files, making it convenient for students to submit work promptly. Teachers are no longer limited to only use the Collect Files function.

  • File and Folder Naming: Files sent to the teacher will be saved in a specific folder with a clear naming format that includes the computer name, login name, and date/time, ensuring that teachers can easily identify who sent the files and when.

  • Web Filtering Management: The permitted and prohibited websites Settings dialog now allows importing and exporting website URLs.

  • Transfer File to Student: This dialog now includes options to open files on student computers and override the default path for saving files, enhancing flexibility and efficiency.

  • Simultaneous File Transfer: Files are now transferred to multiple students simultaneously, reducing delays.

  • Import Legacy Classroom: The new Classroom menu option enables Insight v11 to easily import settings from Insight v9 or earlier classroom setups, saving time and effort.


Version 11.26.x.312 (Windows) / 11.26.x.312 (Mac) (April 23, 2024)

Enhancements

  • Improvements for when Teachers remote connect to Student computers and get a black screen in return.

Fixes

Windows and Mac

46989 Resolved an issue where Students are able to close the Teacher Window when the Teacher is sharing the Teacher screen with them. (CN# 519162)

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