technology guides

The following tutorials and articles will assist new users with the basics of installation, safety, prevention, and maintenance of computers. Also discussed are tips and techniques of utilizing the Internet. This section also features a worksheet to assist nonprofit managers with the assessment of potential technology employees or volunteers.

In general, these guides are written for a Windows-based operating system. Select a category below:

Hardware
Software
Networking
Maintenance
Anti-Virus
The Internet
Tools and Utilities
Worksheets

Hardware TOP

Software TOP (coming soon)

  • Introduction
  • Installation and Reinstallation
  • Formatting and Compatibility
  • Creating a PDF
  • Creating a small database
  • Upgrading

Networking TOP

  • What is a Network?
  • Pros and Cons of Networking
  • Internet Service Providers
  • Cables and Connectors
  • Wireless Internet
  • Example Setup

Maintenance TOP

Anti-Virus Protection TOP

  • What is a Computer Virus?
  • Anti-Virus Software
  • Help! I think I have a virus!
  • Hoaxes and Alerts

The Internet TOP

Tools, Utilities, and Tricks TOP

Microsoft Office Viewers
The Office Converter Pack can be useful to users or organizations that use Microsoft Office XP, Office 2000, and Office 97 in a mixed environment with previous versions of Microsoft Office, including Office for the Macintosh or other Office-related productivity applications.


Worksheets TOP



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