Learning About Small Computer Systems

Assembled by Carter McNamara, MBA, PhD

Information referenced from this page provides a basic overview of small computer systems, including hardware and software. (The library includes a related, comprehensive set of subtopics in All About Computers, Internet & Web.)

Sections of This Topic Include:

Overview of Small Computer Systems
Advanced Guide About Managing Technology
Online Tutorials
Technical Training Tips
Miscellaneous Links
Reference Materials

Overview of Small Computer Systems

Learning about computers (many resources)
Click and Learn About Computers
CPU and Memory Speed
Introduction to PC Hardware
Computer Literacy is a Sometimes Thing
Top 5 Tips for Buying a New Computer

Advanced Guide About Managing Technology

Management and Technology Guide
How Well Does Your Organization Manage Technology?
How to Keep Your Online Business Information Secure

Online Tutorials

NetLearn
On-Line Technology Tutorials from Around the World Wide Web
Free Computer Tutorials
Online Tutorial Resources

Miscellaneous Links

Computer Virus Myths home page
Business Technology Management

Reference Materials

FOLDOC - Computing Dictionary
Net Lingo Dictionary


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General (For-Profit and Nonprofit)

The following books are recommended because of their highly practical nature and often because they include a wide range of information about this Library topic. To get more information about each book, just hover your cursor over the image of the book. A "bubble" of information will be displayed. You can click on the title of the book in that bubble to get more information, too.


Nonprofit-Specific

Book Cover The Accidental Techie: Supporting, Managing, and Maximizing Your Nonprofit's Technology
by Carter McNamara, published by Authenticity Consulting, LLC. This hands-on guide walks you through five projects that, when completed, will give you a comprehensive and usable support system, including for 1) conducting a technology inventory, 2) assessing and supporting staff, 3) assessing and buying technology, 4) protecting your organization from disasters and data loss, and 5) managing your role. Includes ready-to-use templates, worksheets and sample policies, and also 135 resources on topics such as funding, discussion groups, application service providers, web site development, donor management software, and a security policy checklist. Also explains steps for creating a database that gives you the reports you need. Includes a glossary of terms every techie should know.


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