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Let us put your older/extra computer to good useLinux Against Poverty (LAP) Donations FAQ For donations of 10 or more computers, we have special incentives. For more details, please contact our donations coordinator directly at laura.carbonneau@linuxagainstpoverty.org
1) What kind of computers can LAP use? What kind of computers can LAP use? Although Linux itself will boot and work fine on a slower machine with much less memory, kids need computers that meet the below requirements to view videos and perhaps do some video editing of their own. This would allow kids to view just about any web page necessary (including those infused with Flash), play music, do homework and other research, do basic graphics editing, and the like. Specific hardware needs: Computers with the following specs: Linux Against Poverty is also in need of two rack servers -- preferably 1U or 2U. Unfortunately, we cannot accept Macs. We rely on machines on which we can install Ubuntu linux and similar variants. By having a standard OS and set of applications on the computers, it makes it easier to provide support and service to the recipients. Yes, and the requirements for laptops are more liberal than desktops. If you are not sure of the age or specs of your laptop, contact Ken Starks with the model number of your laptop, and we'll be happy to check the tech specs, and let you know whether we can use it. Where can I drop off the computers? Our partners have gratiously provided multiple locations where you can drop off hardware for LAP . North Austin Linux Against Poverty Dropoff ITech Electronics South Austin Linux Against Poverty Dropoff ITech Service Center Lakeway Linux Against Poverty Dropoff 360 Technologies If your company would like to serve as a hardware dropoff point for LAP , please contact Ken Starks at helios@fixedbylinux.com. Can LAP pick the computers up? If you are donating 5 or more computers, we can make arrangements to pick them up, For details, contact lynnbender@geekaustin.org. Can I get a tax receipt for my donation? Yes. When you take your computer to one of our dropoff locations, you will receive a sheet with a code. Simply email that code to us, and we will send you a tax receipt. Will LAP erase my drive for me? Yes. We erase the drives of all incoming computers. If you prefer to erase the drives before donating the computer(s), we recommend dban. You can download it for free at http://www.dban.org/ |
