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Open source software

  • Joomla!
  • The open source software that powers this site. Joomla! is a fork of the Mambo content management system project that has been out on its own for more than a year.

  • Apache
  • The most ubiquitous web server on the Internet, the Apache site plays host to a variety of other open source projects as well as the web server.

  • PHP
  • Originally known as "Personal Home Page," PHP has developed into a sophisticated programming language that can be used as in-line coding for web pages or can run as a stand-alone application.

    Resources for non-profits

  • IdeaList.org
  • A great combination of community and resource portal, IdeaList provides not only links to other non-profit resources, but has on-site columnists and experts who write about managing non-profits.

  • TechSoup
  • Not only does this site produce and host its own original material on how technology can be used at non-profits, it also frequently has low-cost or no-cost hardware or software available for qualifying groups.

  • Nonprofit Technology Resources
  • A clearinghouse for used computer equipment that can be obtained at no cost or low cost. Based in Philadelphia, only takes equipment donations on the East Coast.

    Resources for clubs/associations

  • Association Forum of Chicagoland
  • An association for association managers, not only does the group produce a good web site, but it also publishes a slick monthly magazine.