Technology

When my husband and I first decided to launch Ministrymaker I knew absolutely nothing about HTML or building websites. More than 10 years after our launch date, I’ve learned how important it is to have a professional online presence – not only for businesses, but especially for churches, ministries and non-profit organizations. [more]

Microsoft’s much anticipated Windows 7 operating system is now on the scene and many XP and Vista users are ready to make the switch. Reviews have been very positive and it appears Windows 7 will be a refreshing change for Vista users. [more]

One reason more Windows users are giving Linux a try is Ubuntu. Ubuntu is free and has all the features of Microsoft Windows without all of the problems. Flexibility, detailed online manuals, enhanced resistance to viruses, and a huge community of supporters makes Ubuntu a tough operating system to beat. [more]

If you want to spend less money on computer operating systems, make your computer more resistant to viruses, and keep your system running smoother and faster – then learning as much as you can about software alternatives is a good idea. Operating systems like Windows 7 and Ubuntu Linux do pretty much the same things, but in different ways. [more]

Firefox is a free, open source browser that has become a popular alternative to Microsoft’s Internet Explorer. Since Mozilla makes it easy to customize and tweak Firefox, lots of “how to” performance tips are circulating on the Internet. After testing some of the more popular Firefox performance tweaks, here are a few that really work. [more]

Google Adsense is a great tool for generating extra income for your church or ministry. It’s very easy to set up Google Adsense. You must first create an account and select a username and password. You will be required to enter your tax exempt numbers and other personal information, so have them ready. [more]