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    Windows 8 For Nonprofits and Libraries: With Techsoup'S Ginny Mies

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    - This document summarizes a webinar on Windows 8 for nonprofits and libraries presented by TechSoup. - It introduces Windows 8 features like performance improvements, security, and cloud storage and considerations for upgrading like compatibility and learning curve. - A live demo showed the look and feel of Windows 8, differences from Windows 7, and how to find common functions. - Resources for Windows 8 donations through TechSoup including upgrades and full versions were also discussed.

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    Windows 8 for Nonprofits and Libraries

    With TechSoups Ginny Mies

    Using ReadyTalk
    Chat & raise hand All lines are muted If you lose your internet connection, reconnect using the link emailed to you. If you lose your phone connection, re-dial the phone number and re-join. ReadyTalk support: 800-843-9166
    Your audio will play through your computers speakers.

    You are being recorded


    This seminar will be available on the TechSoup website along with past webinar presentations: www.techsoup.org/go/webinars You will receive a link to this presentation, material and links. Twitter hashtag: #techsoup

    Windows 8 for Nonprofits and Libraries


    With TechSoups Ginny Mies

    Presenters

    Becky Wiegand TechSoup Facilitator

    Ginny Mies TechSoup Presenter

    Assisting with chat: Kevin Lo and Cameron Jones, TechSoup

    Todays Agenda:
    Introducing Windows 8
    Considerations and features for nonprofits and libraries

    Windows 8 demo
    Look and feel Key differences from Windows 7 How to find frequent functions

    Windows 8 Donations Through TechSoup

    Who Is TechSoup?
    TechSoup is part of TechSoup Global, working towards the day when every nonprofit, library, and social benefit organization on the planet has the technology, knowledge, and resources they need to operate at their full potential.

    Who Is TechSoup?
    TechSoup is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. As of June 2012, TechSoup served more than 183,000 organizations, distributed more than 9.7 million technology donations, and enabled nonprofit recipients to save more than $3.1 billion in IT expenses in 40 countries around the world. We have 52 donor partners including Microsoft, Adobe, Cisco, and Symantec, and there are currently 469 technology donations available through the TechSoup catalog.

    Introducing Windows 8

    Features
    - What benefits are there for office use?
    Faster performance (old machines too!) Pre-installed Windows Defender security Enhanced built-in hardware failure protection SkyDrive cloud storage Multi-language Easy shareability and search everything! Default mode for public computers Use your existing monitor, mouse, keyboard

    Considerations
    Some considerations before upgrading for nonprofits and libraries?
    - Compatibility with existing software - Learning curve for staff and users - Low resolution monitors or graphics cards can reduce some enhancements

    Live Demo
    Well show you a few things Look and feel Key differences between Win 7 and 8 Shortcuts and finding key workplace functions Device installation Interoperability of programs and search everything! Charms and sharing

    Donations of Windows 8
    Upgrade Resources Updgrade with Software Assurance Tech for Good: Microsoft Donations webinar Microsoft Donation Program Eligibility Windows 8 Compatibility Center

    Donations of Windows 8
    Products Windows 8 Professional Upgrade (32-Bit, 64-Bit) Windows 8 Enterprise Upgrade (32-Bit, 64-Bit) Need full versions of Windows 8? Read more about the Microsoft Get Genuine program

    Questions
    Please type your questions in the chat window.
    Follow-up questions can be posted in the community forums: http://bit.ly/V9ZE9q

    Microsoft Windows 8 Resources


    TBD

    TechSoup Windows 8 Resources


    Should Your Upgrade to Windows 8? How to Upgrade to Windows 8 Windows 8 for Nonprofits, Libraries and Foundations Guide to Windows 8 Resources Comparing Windows 7 and Windows 8 Windows 8 on Older PCs?

    TechSoup Windows 8 Resources


    Windows 8 Apps for Social Good Contest Windows 8 Apps for Nonprofits and Libraries Donations of Windows 8 Are Now Available! Community forum discussion on Windows 8 Windows 8 Security: What's New, What's Different

    Thank You to Our Webinar Sponsor!

    ReadyTalk offers dedicated product demos for TechSoup organizations 4 times per week.
    For more information:

    pages.readytalk.com/techsoup.html

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