TechSoup Articles

Investing in Computers? 7 Questions to Consider

TechSoup — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:28:55 -0600

This guide will help you understand the questions to ask when shopping for a computer. It will also provide a quick reference checklist with definitions of some basic technology terms (not too many!), as well as the minimum standards we recommend for computers.

Learning About Technology Offline

TechSoup — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:50:21 -0600

Whether you're looking to develop new skills, satisfy your technical curiosity, or solve day-to-day technology problems at your nonprofit or library, the offline resources discussed in this article will help. They include creating a testing or learning environment, networking, classroom-based training, conferences, and print resources like books and magazines.

Learning About Technology Online

TechSoup — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 13:49:21 -0600

When a technology question arises at your nonprofit or library, the amount of technology information available online can be overwhelming. From quick tutorials to an entire college lecture series, you can access information on any topic and in any format. This article will provide suggestions for navigating the amazing array of online resources. Sites discussed here include quick reference sources, news and product review websites, social networking and discussion forums, and more in-depth training and e-learning sources.

Upgrading to Windows 7: Steps and Checklist

TechSoup — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:48:43 -0600

Once your organization has decided it's ready to upgrade to Windows 7 and has verified that it meets the technical requirements to do so, it’s time to begin planning for the upgrade itself. This article will walk you through steps to take before and during an install.

Should You Upgrade to Windows 7?

TechSoup — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 09:47:42 -0600

It's important to consider whether upgrading to Windows 7 makes sense for your organization and, if so, how you will go about implementing it. To help you decide whether Windows is a good fit for your organization, we’ve come up with four questions for you to consider.

5 Tips for Visually Enticing Nonprofit Websites

TechSoup — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 14:32:29 -0500

Turn your mediocre nonprofit website into an engaging, high-traffic destination with these 5 basic tips.

Ten Tips for Donating a Computer

TechSoup — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:18:23 -0500

As companies, nonprofits, libraries, and individuals find reasons to upgrade their computers, the problem of how to safely discard used equipment continues to grow. In this article, we share some tips for passing along your used but still useful equipment.

A Few Good Methods for Processing Credit Cards

TechSoup — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 13:28:15 -0500

Tips for nonprofits and libraries to process credit card transactions both online and off

A Few Good Association Management Tools

TechSoup — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:48:55 -0500

Tools to track, manage, and serve your your nonprofit’s members

A Few Good Online Event-Registration Tools

TechSoup — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 14:15:41 -0500

Idealware surveyed several nonprofit professionals and put together a list of tools for your nonprofit or public library.

A Few Good Tools: Petitions and Pledges

TechSoup — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 17:34:00 -0500

Nonprofit professionals recommend affordable tools for all budgets.

A Few Good Tools for Friend-to-Friend Fundraising

TechSoup — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:00:49 -0500

Help your supporters raise funds for you with these online tools and best practices

A Few Good Online Auction Tools

TechSoup — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 16:13:52 -0500

What tools can help you raise money and rally support for your cause through an online auction? Idealware takes a look at the software tools that are widely used in the nonprofit sector.

A Few Good RSVP Tools

TechSoup — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:07:01 -0500

Planning a free event? It can be difficult to justify paying a lot of money for online registration software. But trying to get by with email or online invitation tools like Evite can leave you frustrated. We asked nine nonprofit technology specialists what free or affordable RSVP software they recommend and compiled their suggestions.

A Few Good Accounting Packages

TechSoup — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:27:50 -0500

The accounting software you use will make or break this time of year for you and can mean the difference between a painful tax season and an easy one. If you’re struggling to create reports, track expenses and complete the necessary tasks, it may be time for a new system. Maybe we can’t prepare your taxes for you, but we can suggest a few tools to help.

Demystifying Remote Access: Part 2

TechSoup — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:00:00 -0500

In part two of this whitepaper from Sage, learn about the skills required for implementing remote access and what you should look for in your organization.

Demystifying Remote Access: Part 1

TechSoup — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:00:00 -0500

In part one of this two-part piece from Sage, learn about the technical components to remote access.

Your Guide to Microsoft Donations Through TechSoup

TechSoup — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:01:46 -0500

Want to learn more about Microsoft donations through TechSoup? This article outlines the key guidelines to the program as well as ways to plan ahead for your organization.

Your Guide to Microsoft Donations Through TechSoup

TechSoup — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 14:00:00 -0500

A comprehensive tour of how your nonprofit can maximize the benefits of Microsoft’s donation program through TechSoup.

A Few Good Accounting Packages

TechSoup — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 14:00:00 -0500

Learn about accounting software packages that will help you track your finances.

A Quick Guide to Discounted Software Programs

TechSoup — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 08:29:31 -0500

In this article, we'll talk about a few donation programs and discount resellers as well as a few software companies that donate products directly to nonprofits.

A Quick Guide to Discounted Software Programs

TechSoup — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 14:00:00 -0500

Avoid software sticker shock by seeking out programs that offer nonprofit discounts.

Mobile 101: Leveraging Mobile for Nonprofits and Libraries

TechSoup — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 09:29:41 -0500

This article - the second part in the series - covers how nonprofits and libraries can embrace these devices within our organizations and how to leverage mobile for the social good.

Mobile 101: The Basics of Mobile Technologies

TechSoup — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 09:28:13 -0500

This article - the first in a two-part series on mobile technologies - aims to explain the basics of how they work and what to consider when using them at your nonprofit or library.

Mobile 101: Leveraging Mobile for Nonprofits and Libraries

TechSoup — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:00:00 -0500

Mobile communications devices have come a long way from just being phones. In this second piece in our series we dive deeper into the implications of the mobile shift for nonprofits and libraries.

Mobile 101: The Basics of Mobile Technologies

TechSoup — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:00:00 -0500

Mobile communications devices have come a long way from just being phones. In this introductory article -- the first in a two-part series -- understand the terminology and considerations for using mobile at your nonprofit or library.

A Few Good Web Analytics Tools

TechSoup — Fri, 20 May 2011 14:33:17 -0500

Use these tools to measure the success of your nonprofit or library website

A Consumers Guide to Software for Volunteer Management

TechSoup — Fri, 20 May 2011 14:00:00 -0500

Whether you’re upgrading your existing volunteer management software or just starting out, use this report to guide you.

A Consumers Guide to Software for Volunteer Management

TechSoup — Fri, 20 May 2011 13:52:52 -0500

An overview of popular tools for helping your nonprofit or library to manage volunteers

A Few Good Web Analytics Tools

TechSoup — Thu, 19 May 2011 14:00:00 -0500

Free tools and robust applications that can help you better understand visitors to your nonprofit website.