Tech Soup

AUGUST 1, 2011

As part of the recent updates to the Microsoft Software Donation Program, Microsoft made donations of full versions of its Windows operating systems available through the Microsoft Get Genuine program. Linux, FreeDOS, or other operating systems. No operating systems. Home or Starter editions of Windows XP.

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Qgiv

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Navigating the world of nonprofit tools can be tough. This guide is here to help you learn more about nonprofit fundraising platforms, what’s available to your organization, and when you should consider using each. Nonprofit Tools. What are the most important nonprofit tools? Nonprofit Fundraising Tools.

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Tech Soup

SEPTEMBER 26, 2016

Starting in October 2016, TechSoup's Refurbished Computer Initiative (RCI) will feature refurbished laptops and desktops with Windows 10 preinstalled. We plan to retire our inventory of Windows 7 hardware, and all of our Windows computers will feature Microsoft's latest operating system. Browse Refurbished Computers.

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Non Profit Quarterly

DECEMBER 14, 2021

We like to think that most nonprofits are concerned about their reach toward individuals who might struggle to connect with their offerings, at least in the best of times. To be sure, the pandemic has thrown a wrench into ways that nonprofits have engaged their stakeholders over the past couple years. But now we are limping along.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Whether it’s a virus hidden in an email, an unexpected server crash, or someone hacking into online transactions, threats to your nonprofit's or library's data and computers are always there. Using this system to manage your telephony results in increased flexibility and mobility. Keep Your Networks Secure.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 26, 2013

It's not our first time advocating for charities and libraries in the hallowed halls of the U.S. TechSoup Global's mission is to do whatever we can to provide the IT resources and knowledge that charities, NGOs, and libraries need to operate at their full potential. nonprofits and libraries. has produced a study.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 21, 2011

Last month, I blogged about the Google Chrome notebook , evaluating its potential applicability to the nonprofit and library sectors. Thanks to our webinar guru Kami I've had a chance to use and test it and figured I'd share my initial thoughts on this pilot laptop. Here are some observations so far: read more.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Is Windows 8 right for your nonprofit or library? We curated a list of the most useful Windows 8 apps for nonprofits and libraries. See an overview of Windows 8 hardware and a glimpse into Microsoft's plans for future tablets, laptops and other devices. Read our comparison of the two operating systems.

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Tech Soup

JULY 14, 2015

And they're doing this using the programming language Java on their laptops. With lines of code projected on a screen, these children listen intently in a conference room at the Mountain View Public Library, as part of a four-week course on programming. There's no real money involved, nor is it a real lemonade stand.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 8, 2013

Is Windows 8 right for your nonprofit or library? Our partner in Australia, Connecting Up, compiled five resource guides for getting your nonprofit ready for Windows 8. We curated a list of the most useful Windows 8 apps for nonprofits and libraries. Read our comparison of the two operating systems.

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Tech Soup

DECEMBER 17, 2013

But then, your coworker calls and informs you that your donation page is broken, your organization's CRM just ate half of its entries, and the kitchen dishwasher is flooding… Guess you probably should pack along your laptop. Luckily, I backed it up before I left on my laptop, but I lost all the photos I took on my trip.

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Amy Sample Ward

FEBRUARY 28, 2011

I’m in Austin, TX, today engaging with librarians, digital curators, and technologists working at the nexus of communities and knowledge at the Electronic Resources and Libraries annual conference. Libraries: The Oldest New Frontier for Innovation. You can follow along with the sessions today through Wednesday using #ERL11.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 27, 2013

The big nonprofit tech trends this past year seemed to be in the areas of the emergence of mobile devices, social media stratification, the launch of Office 365 for Nonprofits, some huge digital inclusion initiatives, and lots of other things. Office 365 for Nonprofits. Here’s what it all looked like to me. Social Media.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 19, 2012

TechSoup’s Refurbished Computer Initiative (RCI) has provided warrantied refurbished computers and other IT devices to nonprofits and libraries for seven years now. nonprofits, schools, low-income families, and small microenterprise businesses. We have served more than 10,300 nonprofits and libraries across all 50 U.S.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Refurbished computers are not for every organization, so we thought it’d be interesting to talk to someone who is using refurbished equipment in their nonprofit to find out how it’s going. Candice has a masters degree in library and information science and is Transition Projects’ first formal IT person.

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Tech Soup

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Charles Brennick is the Founder and Director of Interconnection , a nonprofit that provides high-quality refurbished computers to non-profit and non-governmental organizations around the world. InterConnection has teamed up with TechSoup to help nonprofits, libraries, and refurbishers learn about and implement Windows MultiPoint Server.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

In my previous post, we walked through the basics of what a network is, and how one could benefit your nonprofit. You can wirelessly connect desktops, laptops, and printers to your network with hardware from the Brocade Donation Program or develop your nonprofit's wired and wireless network with hardware from the Cisco Donation Program.

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

partner, InterConnection, a nonprofit computer refurbisher in Seattle. InterConnection is a nonprofit refurbisher that has figured out how to do two things very, very well. InterConnection now supplies RCI with warrantied laptops and desktop computers that go to nonprofits and libraries in the United States.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 12, 2012

Mobile Beacon — a nonprofit just like TechSoup — helps nonprofit organizations, schools, and public libraries that lack traditional Internet access, or have slow access or bandwidth constraints get connected both in the office and remotely. CLEAR Stick Atlas. CLEAR Spot 4G Apollo. Internet Any Time, Anywhere.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 5, 2011

On Tuesday, I'll be talking about technology planning for nonprofits and public libraries at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service as a part of the Interactive Strategy Forum. Maybe some of those constituents are on the laptop of an employee who works remotely and can't connect to the CRM. Easy, right?

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Tech Soup

JUNE 5, 2011

On Tuesday, I'll be talking about technology planning for nonprofits and public libraries at the National Conference on Volunteering and Service as a part of the Interactive Strategy Forum. Maybe some of those constituents are on the laptop of an employee who works remotely and can't connect to the CRM. Easy, right?

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Tech Soup

APRIL 19, 2017

We hope that the following how-to directions will be useful for nonprofits and libraries to help their constituents and patrons see text and images on their screens more clearly. To increase the system font size, go to Control Panel > Display and pick Medium (125 percent) or Larger (150 percent). Make Text High-Contrast.

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Tech Soup

JANUARY 18, 2012

program, which brings donated and discounted refurbished computer equipment to nonprofits and libraries while creating environmentally-friendly alternatives to disposing of used electronic hardware. Refurbished Desktops and Laptops. Exciting things are happening at TechSoup's Refurbished Computer Initiative (RCI).

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Tech Soup

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

Microsoft's latest operating system also delivers when it comes to its accessibility and assistive technology features, namely the Narrator and Magnifier. Additionally, Microsoft's next generation of Windows 8 touch screen devices, such as tablets and laptops, are designed with accessibility in mind. Narrator: More Responsive.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 28, 2012

Now available at TechSoup: Wirelessly connect desktops, laptops, and printers to your network with hardware from the Brocade donation program. These donated access points and controllers offer a number of benefits to your nonprofit, library, or foundation. For more information, see the Mobility Series 7131 datasheet.

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Tech Soup

MAY 30, 2014

Nonprofit Tech Essentials. We know that transitioning to new computers and updated operating systems can take months, but upgrading is easier than you might think. and Windows 7 are available to eligible nonprofits. Browse our selection of refurbished laptops, desktops, and monitors. Shopify is now open to all budgets!

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Tech Soup

OCTOBER 4, 2012

Whether it’s a virus hidden in an email, an unexpected server crash, or someone hacking into online transactions, threats to your nonprofit’s or library’s data and computers are always there. Read Security Threats: A Guide for Small and Mid-Sized Nonprofits. Four Free Tools for Backup and Security.

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Tech Soup

JUNE 13, 2013

Now available to nonprofits, charities, and libraries through TechSoup, Bitdefender security products protect individual PCs and Macs as well as enterprise networks. Scanning does not interfere with computer performance, and the program automatically checks for outdated security, missed security patches, and unsafe system settings.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 16, 2013

TechSoup’s Refurbished Computer Initiative (RCI) has provided warrantied refurbished computers and other IT devices to nonprofits and libraries for eight years now. based nonprofits, schools, low-income families, and small microenterprise businesses. InterConnection is our Seattle-based nonprofit refurbisher.

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Tech Soup

MARCH 27, 2014

I've been warning about the end of XP for months now , urging nonprofits, charities, and libraries to upgrade as soon as possible. We just recently hosted a free webinar on upgrading Windows operating systems. Our Upgrading Windows Operating Systems FAQ. There are essentially no good excuses to stay with XP.

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Tech Soup

MAY 7, 2013

I posted some nonprofit technology trends and news late last month, but found some late breaking nptech news items I wanted to add. They will be powered by the same operating systems used on desktops and laptop PCs – mostly Windows and Mac OS. We sincerely invite your nonprofit or library tech news nominations.

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NTEN

AUGUST 25, 2009

The mission statement of One Laptop per Child is artfully constructed: "To create educational opportunities for the world's poorest children by providing each child with a rugged, low-cost, low-power, connected laptop with content and software designed for collaborative, joyful, self-empowered learning. Money, it's a drag.

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NTEN

MARCH 30, 2011

By Steve Backman, President, Database Designs To close out our month-long look at some of the best tools for nonprofits, Steve Backman tells you about some of his favorite day-to-day software. I also need to be able to work on the move: I need my "virtual desk" in front of me quickly, whether from my laptop or some other desk or smart device.

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Tech Soup

APRIL 20, 2015

It also offers enterprise-level software — for example, Symantec System Recovery. Symantec is actively engaged in reversing climate change through its involvement with the nonprofit Business for Innovative Climate & Energy Policy (BICEP). Symantec's primary CSR focus in the coming year is the environment.

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JANUARY 9, 2007

If you look at the photo closely, you'll notice that Alex replicated her Mac sticker cover for her laptop. Next week, while in the UK and on a laptop that won't support the Second Life client (there are access problems), the Berkman Center will present a highlight of this course - a virtual trial ! Over fifty avatars attended.

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Have Fun - Do Good

MARCH 4, 2007

To prepare for the panel, I wrote up 10 Ways Nonprofit Can Use Blogs. Next week, I will be participating in a session entitled, "Reach Out and Blog Someone" along with Steve Swenson of the Bakersfield Californian at the United Way of Kern County's Professional Development Conference for Nonprofits. So here it goes.10 Why not ask them?

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Beth's Blog: How Nonprofits Can Use Social Media

JUNE 13, 2007

Mentioned recent studies about taking laptops out of the classroom and there is a problem with using old metrics and it is important to look for new metrics and rethink learning environments in general. What do libraries look like in the future? Seeing more inquiries of small nonprofit academic research entities.

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