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Accessible Technology and Public Computing Share standards and strategies for accessibility and usability in technology, including web design and software/app development. Also, discuss resources and ideas for creating and sustaining public computer labs / community tech centers. 2185
Digital Storytelling Ask questions and offer advice about digital storytelling (audio, video, slide shows and more) for nonprofits, NGOs, libraries, schools and other community-focused, mission-based organizations and causes. 208
Emerging Technologies Discuss and announce the latest tech developments, new tech uses, and cutting edge computer, Internet and networking innovations that don’t fit elsewhere in our forum categories. How will these affect nonprofits, NGOs and others? 3726
Hardware Make recommendations and ask questions about the physical components of computers and other network devices, including desktop and laptop computers, recycled computers, servers, printers and handhelds. 10828
Introduce Yourself Say hello! Let the TechSoup community know who you are and your connection to nonprofits, NGOs, libraries, schools and other community-focused, mission-based organizations. 7996
Networks Ask questions and learn how to plan, secure, and maintain your organization's computer networks, internal and external communications systems, and more. 6891
Nonprofit Tech Careers Post employment opportunities (paid jobs), share strategies for working in nonprofit/NGO or other mission-based environments regarding technology/ICTs, and offer advice and ask questions about working with ICT professionals. 1376
Open-Source and Free Software Discover the huge range of free and open source software and online solutions, and ask questions and offer advice for using FOSS in nonprofits, NGOs, libraries, schools and other community-focused, mission-based organizations. 5024
Site Improvements Problem with the TechSoup community forum? Notice something buggy? Post any bugs you're finding and we will work to squash them. Suggestions for site improvements are also welcomed! 361
Software Discuss and get advice on software, apps, databases, and operating systems for nonprofits, NGOs, libraries, schools and other community-focused, mission-based organizations. 27818
Tech Planning Discuss the essentials of tech planning for nonprofits. How do you prepare for implementing new or more tech? How to pay for it? 3151
Technology for Fundraising Discuss fundraising tools including donor databases, Constituent Relationship Management (CRM), email marketing/outreach, and online donations. 3991
TechSoup Help Ask questions and give feedback about the TechSoup online product donation program. For Canada account and program-related questions, please visit http://www.techsoupcanada.ca. 10125
TechSoup Town Hall The virtual water cooler! What doesn’t fit elsewhere will fit here! Debate, discuss, post announcements, and add your suggestions to our Product Solutions Wish List. 1963
Telecommunications Strategies and expert advice on using and maintaining voice communication technologies including POTS, VOIP, SIP, PBX, phones and related phone services, and faxing. 327
Virtual Community Learn about how communicating through email, online communities, online social networks, groupware, and other community tools can support your organization's goals and mission. 4656
Virus Vaccination and Computer Security Discuss ways to keep your computer secure and virus-free. What do you do when your computer becomes infected? How do you know your computer is infested? How do you keep information secure? 5682
Volunteers and Technology Learn about working with technology volunteers, as well as using computer and networking tech to support and involve volunteers. Also, offer critiques about the volunteer management system you use and your own advice for others. 1721
Web Building Strategies and expert advice on all aspects of developing and maintaining an effective Web presence for nonprofits, NGOs, and other mission-based organizations and causes, including web design, SEO, analytics, hosting, and functionality. 8614
Wireless and Mobile Networking Unplugged! Learn and share about using wireless technologies, from mobile phones to wifi. How are nonprofits, NGOs and others using wireless and handheld tech? 1863