Academic tools to make you Smarter Better Productive
WoMen of Connection is an organization that aims to empower its students with the necessary resources and tools to succeed. One of the most significant assets a student can possess is software and access to computers. The organization recognizes this fact and is committed to providing these resources to its students. While proprietary software can be expensive and inaccessible for some students, open-source software solutions are widely available and accessible to everyone. By making use of these solutions, WoMen of Connection is able to provide its students with the latest tools and technology needed to excel in their academic and professional pursuits.
What is open source software?
Open source software is software with source code that anyone can inspect, modify, and enhance. “Source code” is the part of software that most computer users don’t ever see; it’s the code computer programmers can manipulate to change how a piece of software—a “program” or “application”—works. Programmers who have access to a computer program’s source code can improve that program by adding features to it or fixing parts that don’t always work correctly.
Education Software
Education software focus is on learning through engagement or assistance. Below is listed software available as mobile phone app, full programs for PC, and general tools available online. This will grow to a more extensive list as you let us know your needs. Submit requests here.
Feed the Monster
Feed the Monster
gCompris
gCompris
Some of the activities are game orientated, but nonetheless still educational.
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Productive Software
Productive software gives you the tools for your class projects such as writing, spreadsheets, image designing, etc. Most open source production software is professional grade software on the same level as most paid software. This opens endless possibilities for young entrepreneurs and young professionals entering the workforce. To fully appreciate the power of open source production software our website is created 100% from open source; from the web designers laptop to the graphic software to the server on which it resides.
Office Software
Vector Graphic Software
Image Manipulation
Audio/Video Editing Software
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Browsers
Secure, fast, easy to use options.
Brave Browser
Chrome/Chromium
Firefox Browser
Operating Systems
These operating systems (OS’s) are geared towards replacing Windows on the latest computers or laptops as well as older systems and installs easily. They work great with modern hardware but sometimes you only have a second-hand computer available which these operating systems may still use. They come with a standard package of software to keep you productive and each has access to secure software stores to expand your tools. All of these have a Thumb-drive option which allows you to boot your computer from a USB thumb drive and try it out before replacing your old system. All have a community willing to help you.
Ubuntu OS
Xubuntu OS
Sugar Lab Desktop
Linux Mint OS
openSUSE OS
Explore your options
Recommendations or Suggestions for Software
What we will consider.
- No cost for fully functional software.
- No limited access software.
- No Ads embedded in software.
- Has a supporting development community.
- Provide a link if recommending software.
- Age appropriate content.
Once you get a feel of the Open Source/GNU software resources you will understand the difference from commercial closed software. If you choose to use this software please consider contributing; everyone has something to offer. Each project has it’s contribution section. Our’s can be found here.
