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Computer Refurbishment and Accessibility

Tech Soup

The first time I really "got" the power of accessible technology (AT) to improve the lives of people with disabilities was when I saw the PBS documentary Freedom Machines. This simply means that disabled people often have little money and can't afford the assistive technology that would greatly enhance their lives.

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Case Study: Providing Event Attendees with Wireless Internet via Mobile Broadband

NTEN

By Jason Samuels, Manager of Information Technology, National Council on Family Relations. How important is it for your conference attendees to have access to the internet? of NCFR Conference attendees said that having internet access is at least somewhat important. The situation.

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NTC Science Fair Preview: Show & Tell and Giveaways!

NTEN

In just 2 days, we'll be opening up the 2009 Nonprofit Technology Conference with the Science Fair ! You'll have access to an amazing list of organizations and companies working hard on innovative solutions for the nonprofit sector. Anything from how to access a feature on your PDA to your office's network security.

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The Future of the Nonprofit Office: Working from Home v2.0

NTEN

Let's take a look at where the technology to make this all happen is going -- and where it's coming up short. . Advances in mobile technology are significantly changing how we live and work. Organizations will upgrade and switch to product versions/services that allow for seamless mobile access. Look what I can do with my phone!

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7 Reasons Nonprofits Need iPads

Forum One

Skeptics doubted the iPod in 2001 , but it went on to help revolutionize how people consume music and audio content. The fact that nine manufacturers are currently developing iPad alternatives is evidence that the industry is taking this tablet thing pretty seriously. So, clearly, tablet computing is coming, ready or not.

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That's Art Mobs, Not Art Snobs.

Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

But, found this interesting example of using this new technology to make art more accessible. The Art Mobs project exploits the ubiquity of iPods and other portable MP3 players to offer museum-goers a free, grassroots alternative. I decided to join the Thursday evening blogger list and hope to make it to the meetings.

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