Trelson provides various security clients that create a controlled and secure environment for conducting tasks and exams. These clients are designed to limit access to features on the student's device, minimizing the risk of cheating and digital distractions.
When creating each test or task, the teacher has the opportunity to choose which security client to use. This choice is based on the specific device the student is using (Chromebook, Mac/Windows, iPad). For Chromebook users, the teacher also has the option to allow students to access the assignment through the web browser using a Chrome extension that ensures the student's environment is restricted during the assignment.
| Security client | Description |
| Kiosk-app (Chrome OS) | The kiosk app is a specialized environment on ChromeOS where only Trelson can run. It blocks other applications and user access to the operating system. This ensures a secure exam environment by isolating Trelson from other functions. |
| Safe Exam Browser | For Windows and Mac, Safe Exam Browser is a dedicated browser that locks down the computer during the exam. It actively monitors for attempts to bypass the lock-down, providing a controlled environment to complete digital tasks without interruption. |
| Trelson Browser Lockdown (Chrome extension) | Trelson Browser Lockdown is a Chrome extension for Chromebooks that allows the use of the Trelson through the browser. It blocks access to other web pages and tools on the student's Chromebook to ensure concentration during the task. Please note that the lock-down applies to the student's browser only. The student can still access their own file system and any installed apps from the Google Playstore. |
| iPad app (iOS) | The iPad app locks the device in a specific mode to prevent access to other apps while running the Trelson. It creates a secluded and focused environment to perform tasks or tests without interference from other applications. |
| Unsafe Mode (Browser) | This client offers unlimited access to the web and other apps. It provides no restriction or monitoring of the student's activities, which is not appropriate for tests or assignments that require a controlled and secure environment to prevent cheating. |
Regardless of which security client is to be used within your organization, preparation of the students' devices is required. The installation of the security client on each student's device (Windows/Mac, iPad) or the deployment in the organization's devices via the Google Workspace domain (for Chromebooks) is a prerequisite.
For detailed steps and additional information on how to prepare the student's device for use by security clients, it is recommended to go through the article 'Prepare the student's device'. There is extensive guidance and clear instructions to ensure a smooth and efficient implementation of security clients for Trelson.