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  • News Center Maine Features give IT. get IT

    • Date: June 24, 2025
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    To help close the digital divide in Maine, the Maine Connectivity Authority has launched the Maine Tech Share program, a statewide initiative to provide refurbished digital devices to veterans, students, older adults, and low-income households. In partnership with Waterville-based nonprofit give IT. get IT., the program aims to source and distribute 25,000 tablets, laptops, and […]

  • Protecting Your Refurbished Laptop: All-Weather Tips from the give IT. get IT. Team

    • Date: May 28, 2025
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      At give IT. get IT. in Waterville, Maine, we believe everyone deserves access to reliable, affordable technology. Every refurbished laptop we place in someone’s hands represents a second chance—not just for the device but often also for its new owner.   Maine’s weather, however, doesn’t always cooperate. The elements can be harsh on electronics, […]

  • Empowering Students Through Technology: The Impact of Opportunity Clicks at SMCC

    • Date: April 17, 2025
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      At Southern Maine Community College (SMCC), access to technology has been a transformative force for nontraditional and low-income students striving to succeed in their academic and employment journeys. Thanks to the Opportunity Clicks Grant and community partnerships, over 70 students now have access to high-quality laptops and support—an invaluable resource in a time when […]

  • Tablets Support Bereavement Peer Support Groups at The Center for Grieving Children

    • Date: March 6, 2025
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    The Center for Grieving Children is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a safe space, loving peer support, outreach, and education to children, teens, families, and young adults navigating the challenges of grief. Recognizing that grief is a natural response to loss and that each individual’s experience is unique, the Center offers a compassionate environment […]

  • Smart TVs: Understand How to Protect your Privacy

    • Date: February 26, 2025
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    The sleek screen beckons, promising entertainment at your fingertips. Smart TVs have revolutionized how we consume media, but this convenience comes with a trade-off: the collection and storage of your data.    Understanding how these devices hold your information and the types of data they accumulate is crucial for responsible ownership and protecting your privacy, […]