Software Archives

Learn how nonprofits worldwide are creating free, open-source applications to suit their own needs.

Remote-access software lets you to troubleshoot across distances — and platforms.

Free software, tutorials, and guides for producing, publishing, and distributing content.

New open-source offerings to replace or coexist with your Windows operating systems and software.

To get you started on customizing Firefox, we've hand-picked 10 free, nonprofit-friendly extensions.

We explain the steps to take before handing off programs and applications to other nonprofits.

Firefox packs a number of features and add-ons that can benefit your nonprofit and save you time.

We compare four Web publishing programs that can help your nonprofit establish a presence online.

TechSoup staffers weigh in on their favorite project-management applications.

We look at five image-editing applications and compare features to help you find the right tool.

New integrated online software tools lead to more possibilities for nonprofits. How do you choose?

Learn whether 602 LAN Suite 2004, a one-stop server package, is right for your nonprofit.

This week's conference featured many products and technologies geared toward nonprofits.

Learn the basics of digital audio and how it can make your site more effective.

All you need is a PC and Internet access to create and post your own podcast.

How to choose the best project management software with the least amount of headache.

With desktop publishing software, your small nonprofit can produce professional publicity materials.

Learn how to set up Open Directory and Mac OS X on your network.

We found three free applications you shouldn't miss out on: SpamBayes, Gaim, and Mozilla Firefox.

A Web-based community management tool may help you interact with constituents.

A thorough training program helped YMCAs choose and implement operations software.

Hints and tips for keeping your hard drive in top form.

No need to install Linux to try Open Source software. Check out this article for resources.

Give your video both the most impact and the audience it deserves by streaming it on the Web!

Patching Windows can protect you from worms, viruses, and other computer problems.

Learn how a Windows feature can help your computer lab run smoothly.

How one organization became an Open Source office.

Our list of image-editing software will help you find the tools for your budget and skills.

We'll show you how to find multilingual PC software to suit your needs.

Read the story of one organization that used Linux to help get their members online and connected.

Should your nonprofit pay for a computer-based system specifically designed to help manage grants?

Consider this free membership and donor management database if your staff can handle it.

Choosing Open Source software makes sense for nonprofits on many levels. Learn how it can help you.

If your server's hard drive imploded, would your information be safe?

Learn how to evaluate and choose a fundraising database program.

Criteria for evaluating the risks and benefits of using an Application Service Provider.

Free speech or free beer? We explain what free software is, and why it's important.

Can OS X work in your nonprofit? Read our snapshot of the operating system.

There’s more to Open Source software than Linux. Is your organization ready to take the plunge?

Find out everything you need to know before upgrading to Windows 2000.

Use these questions to help you think through your word processing software needs.

Use these questions to help you think through your accounting software needs.

Why should you care about software? Without it, your hardware is pretty useless.

Why you might consider Web-based software -- and what some of the drawbacks may be.

Take time to assess your needs and find the software that's right for you.