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Empowering progressive organizations with the technology infrastructure they need to change the world.

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#TwoFactorAuthentication #security #meow
White cat laying across a laptop the screen says Cat-Factor Authentication
October 23, 2025 at 11:16 PM
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If you’re on Windows 10, now is the time to upgrade to Windows 11 or replace your computer.
Drop us a line anytime at AlternativeTechs.com/Contact

#TechSupport #Windows #Microsoft #PC #Windows10 #Windows11 #DigitalSecurity #CyberSecurity #IT #TechSupport #ITsupport #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #NPtech
Image description: Illustration with text. Text reads: If you’re on Windows 10, now is the time to upgrade to Windows 11 or consider replacing your computer. We’re here to help with any questions you may have. Drop us a line anytime at AlternativeTechs.com/Contact At bottom is a logo which reads: Alternative Technologies - A Worker-Owned Cooperative Background illustration shows a sunset over mountains.
October 14, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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Image description: Illustration with text. Text reads: Q. How do I know if my computer is compatible with Windows 11? Alternative’s team can quickly check whether your computers are compatible with Windows 11. In general, devices need: A 64-bit processor (Intel 8th Gen or newer / AMD Ryzen 2000 or newer) TPM 2.0 Secure Boot If a computer doesn’t meet these requirements, we’ll help you evaluate your options. Background illustration shows a sunset over mountains.
October 14, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Image description: Illustration with text. Text reads: Q. What does converting to Windows 11 entail? What should I do to prepare? How long does it take? Upgrading to Windows 11 means moving to Microsoft’s latest, fully supported platform. The upgrade process can take anywhere from 1–2 hours to several hours per device, depending on hardware, internet speed, and setup. As your IT partner, Alternative Technologies handles: Checking each computer’s hardware compatibility Planning and scheduling upgrades to minimize downtime Installing Windows 11 and providing post-upgrade support in case any issues arise or staff have questions or needs Background illustration shows a sunset over mountains.
October 14, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Image description: Illustration with text. Text reads: Q. What does it mean that there will be no more ‘patches’ to Windows 10? Normally, Microsoft pushes out patches regularly to keep software running smoothly, fix bugs, and close security gaps. Without those patches, you run the risk of your computer crashing or getting attacked by hackers, spyware, or ransomware. Background illustration shows a sunset over mountains.
October 14, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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Image description: Illustration with text. Text reads: Q. What does Windows 10 End of Life mean? Can I still use Windows 10? What will happen if I do keep using it? You can still use Windows 10, but Microsoft will not be maintaining and updating it, including no more security updates. So you won’t be computing safely. Background illustration shows a sunset over mountains.
October 14, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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Windows 10 Sunset? Windows 10 End of Life? What does it mean? What do you have to do?

You have questions. We have answers.

#TechSupport #Windows #Microsoft #PC #Windows10 #Windows11 #DigitalSecurity #CyberSecurity #IT #TechSupport #ITsupport #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #NPtech #Advocacy #Cooperatives
Image description. Illustration with text. Text reads: Windows Sunset Tuesday October 14 marks the end of Microsoft’s support for Windows 10. Let’s Answer Some Questions At bottom is a logo which reads: Alternative Technologies. Background illustration shows a sunset over mountains.
October 14, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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Help us celebrate how cool it is to be a co-op! October is National Co-op Month.

#NationalCoopMonth #Cooperatives #Coops #WorkerOwnedCooperative #CoopsYear #Coops4SDGs #IYC2025 #IT #Technology #TechSupport #ITsupport #Nonprofit #Nonprofits #NPtech #Advocacy
October 9, 2025 at 10:25 PM
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Want to meet up in the Mission and see some amazing art?
On October 11, join Acción Latina in celebrating Latinx/Latine Heritage in the Mission. In a daylong bilingual art walk with murals, multimedia projects, music, dance performances and more, joining the past and the present.
Graphic. Text reads: Accion Latina Presents (image of 24th St street sign) Paseo Artístico Free Bilingual Community Art Walk October 11th, 2025 12pm-8pm 24th St./Calle 24 Latino Cultural District Free Performances And Art! Featuring: Alexa Treviño, Neblinas Del Pacífico, Alejandra Rubio, Lucia Ippolito, Juana Alicia, Tirso Araiza, Equipto, Mission District Young Musicians Program, Daisy Mariah & Gabriela Piedra, MCCLA Teatro Comunitario and More! Illustration shows a sand timer with San Francisco Bay Area iconography within and without the sand timer, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, the Warriors and Giants logos, and more. At bottom of the image a banner reads, “History Matters in the Mission 2010-2020.” Orange washed out background shows historical and protest imagery such as: Justice For Mario Woods / Justice For Trayvon Martin / Black Lives Matter/ World Series Champions / Justice For Alex Nieto!
September 24, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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About us: Alternative Technologies, a worker-owned cooperative, provides fully managed IT services, cloud-based backup and support, phone systems (both traditional and cloud-based), plus professional installation of WiFi and low voltage wiring and infrastructure.

#ItsAllConnected #TechSupport

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Graphic. Text reads: “We can help: Is your organization struggling to make a plan for the Windows 10 sunset this year? Get in touch - we’re here to help: alternativetechs.com/contact” Illustration shows a peach cloud. Background shows a sky fading pink to orange sunset, and mountains fill the bottom of the page in greens blues and cream. At bottom is the Alternative Technologies ‘AT’ icon.
September 16, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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It’s time to take that next step – whether that’s upgrading to Windows 11 or exploring other options, which could include replacing older machines.

#Windows10 #Windows #TechSupport #IT #ITsupport

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Graphic.Text reads: “Windows 10 Sunset: Here’s what to do. Newer computers: upgrade to windows 11. Computers 5 years old and older: Replace the machine.” Illustration shows a peach cloud. Background shows sky fading pink to orange sunset, mountains fill the bottom of the page in greens blues and cream. At bottom is the Alternative Technologies ‘AT’ icon.
September 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Don’t get caught unprotected!

Windows 10 will reach its end of life October 14th, 2025.

After October 14th, Windows automatic updates and security patches will end.

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Graphic. Text reads,” Countdown to Windows 10 Sunset. October 13, 2025 is the end of Windows 10 support.” Illustration shows a sky fading pink to orange sunset, and mountains fill the bottom of the page in greens blues and cream. At bottom is the Alternative Technologies ‘AT’ icon.
September 16, 2025 at 8:58 PM
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Celebrate with Oakland, 15 years of Pride.

Join the festivities in Oakland Sunday September 7th for the annual Oakland Pride Parade and Festival.
Tickets are on sale at Oaklandpride.org.

@oaklandprideofficial
Design: @bossformulamedia
#OaklandPride
#InUnityWeThrive
#StandTogether
Official Oakland Pride poster Text: Celebrating 15 years of Oakland Pride, September 7th, 2025 Parade & Festival, In unity, we thrive, Tickets on sale, oaklandpride.org *visit web site for details Image: Att he center, in a white circle, the Oakland tree logo in rainbow colors on a pink background with rainbow banners running down either side. Circular pictures of a variety of people celebrating pride fill the banners.
September 4, 2025 at 10:21 PM
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The best passphrases are long, unique, and memorable.

#TechTips #DigitalSecurity #CyberSecurity #Password #Passphrase #StrongPassword #IT #ITsupport #TechSupport #ItsAllConnected

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Graphic. Text reads: “Weak Password: starwars. Slightly Better Password: StarWars1977Luke!. Super-Strong Password: UseTheForce,Luke!1977. Use passphrases that are long, unique, and memorable.” At bottom is the Alternative Technologies ‘AT’ icon.
August 28, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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We love when our clients shout us out!

“I manage a block of buildings in uptown Oakland that encompasses numerous entities and uses. We had an old PBX phone system serving nearly 100 people in multiple buildings, with lots of sub departments..."

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#IT #cabling #wifi #TechSupport #CloudPhone
Graphic. Text reads: “The people who work at Alternative are truly nice and helpful (and patient!). They really focused on planning in advance and letting us know what to expect. I liked that! recommend Alternative Technologies. I trust them because I can see that they care about what they do.” At bottom is the “AT” avatar.
August 21, 2025 at 11:05 PM
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We just want to say: co-ops are awesome!

AT has been a co-op since 2022.

Are you interested in converting your workplace to a worker-owned co-op or other democratic structure? Drop us a line – we’d love to talk to you about it.
#coop #CooperativesBuildaBetterWorld #CoopsYear #Coops4SDGs #IYC2025
A variety of photos or people from around the world working together. With the text Inclusive, Sustainable, Solutions. International Day of Cooperatives 2025
July 7, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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We are proud to support our LGBTQIA2S+ worker-owners. And our work supporting the LGBTQ+ nonprofit ecosystem gives us life.

Today we’re spotlighting just a few of the many, many outstanding organizations in the Bay Area and beyond that serve our queer communities.

#Pride #LGBT #LGBTQIA2S
Stripes of color like the progress rainbow pride flag, starting yellow with purple circle, pink, light blue, brown, black then red through purple. Against this background are written in white the names of these nonprofits: Transgender Law Center, Equality California, Trans and Gender Nonconforming Wellness Project, Oakland LGBTQ Community Center, Covenant House Oakland, SF LGBT Center, Frameline Film Festival, LYRIC Center for LGBTQQ+ Youth, Rainbow Community Center of Contra Costa County, GLBTQ+ Asian Pacific Alliance, Lyon-Martin Community Health Services, and Billy DeFrank LGBTQ+ Community Center.
June 26, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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Call us before it comes to this:

#IT #tech #server #NPtech #DigitalSecurity
June 19, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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9 lives... 99 tabs open

#NPtech #Nonprofit #NonprofitLife #cat #WorkingCat #99problems
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June 12, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Microsoft to end support for Windows 10, October 14, 2025.

That means no more security updates or fixes after that date. If you're still using Windows 10, now’s a good time to start thinking about your next steps-whether that’s upgrading to Windows 11 or exploring other options.
May 29, 2025 at 5:51 PM
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Today we recognize the thousands of nonprofits across the Golden State that are building stronger, healthier, and more just communities. Nonprofits are the heart of California’s compassion.
www.transgenderlawcenter.org/
www.compasspoint.org/
www.westcoastcc.org/

#CaliforniaNonprofitDay #GiveBack
May 21, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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The California Center for Cooperative Development is hosting their annual Co-op Conference on Friday May 16th and 17th in Davis, California.

If you want to learn more about starting a co-op or being a more effective member of a co-op register today!

cccd.coop/events/2025-...
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May 15, 2025 at 10:39 PM
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Can confirm:
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May 8, 2025 at 1:26 AM
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Is your password strong enough? *Passphrases* are easy to remember and tougher to crack!

It’s time to stop using passwords that are simple to guess. Names, dates, or numbers that are personal to you or your family are not secure.

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#DigitalSecurity #CyberSecurity #Password #Passphrase
Graphic. Text reads: Strengthen Your Security With a Unique Passphrase. Illustration shows a computer monitor with a lock glyph. At bottom is the Alternative Technologies "AT" avatar.
May 6, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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Spring is a great time to clean out and responsibly recycle your old computers and electronics. Do you have a tip for responsible recycling? Share it in the comments below 🔽

#Ewaste #ComputerRecycling #Recycling #IT #EarthDay
Graphic. At top is a decorative banner that says, "Tips to Reduce Your E-Waste" Main text reads: E-waste Collective offers Berkeley pickup and dropoff for anyone ewastecollective.org (They’ll also destroy your hard drive if you want!) Around the border are arrows pointing to a computer at top left and continuing to point to another computer at bottom right. Graphic. At top is a decorative banner that says, "Tips to Reduce Your E-Waste" Main text reads: Best Buy and Staples offer ink and toner recycling programs Many Target stores have a recycling station for batteries, ink cartridges and small electronics Around the border are arrows pointing to a computer at top left and continuing to point to another computer at bottom right. Graphic. At top is a decorative banner that says, "Tips to Reduce Your E-Waste" Main text reads: Check out the free battery recycling at the Berkeley Recycling Center and the Alameda Free Library. berkeleyrecycling.org alamedafree.org Around the border are arrows pointing to a computer at top left and continuing to point to another computer at bottom right.
April 22, 2025 at 7:55 PM