In the rolling hills of New London, New Hampshire, Colby-Sawyer College has long been committed to sustainability. But when it came to responsibly recycling aging technology equipment, finding the right partner proved challenging—until the college discovered give IT. get IT. We sat down with David Levine, Desktop Technology Specialist and Help Desk professional at Colby-Sawyer, […]
For years, the “digital divide” has been defined by who does and doesn’t have internet access. But new research shows that simply being online isn’t enough. True digital equity means having reliable devices, quality connections, and the skills to use them effectively. A recent study by Amy L. Gonzales and Ceciley (Xinyi) Zhang, published in […]
Microsoft has announced that Windows 10 will reach its end of support on October 14, 2025. After this date, the operating system will no longer receive security updates, bug fixes, or technical support. While your computer will still function, it will gradually become less secure and more vulnerable to cyber threats. To help ease the […]
Helping Libraries and Nonprofits Upgrade to Windows 11 Public access to personal computers and high-speed Internet is essential across the Northeast U.S. For many people, libraries and nonprofit organizations are the only places they can reliably connect to the digital world—whether that’s applying for jobs, doing homework, managing healthcare, or staying in touch with family […]
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 […]
