Alternative Technologies

@alternativetechs.com

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

Blue background with a cream post it note held up by a red thumbtack. Text: Alternative Technologies will be closed Friday, July 3rd 2026, Existing clients with emergencies can still get help, Call 510.848.4411, and follow the prompts to reach our on-call technician.
Image: purple sky as the background, a hand holding a cell phone with a rainbow painted on a brick wall on the screen. Three text bubbles overlay image each contain a rainbow heart to the left and a heart to the right signifying liking the post. Text: Follow With Pride, at the top. Each text bubble contains the names of organizations, Lyon-Martin Community Health Services, Gender Health Center, and Glenn Burke Wellness Clinic with descriptions of each organization.
Blue background with a cream post it note held up by a red thumbtack. Text: Sorry AlternativeTechnologies will be closed for Juneteenth, June 19th 2026, Existing clients with emergencies can still get help, Call 510.848.4411, and follow the prompts to reach our on-call technician.
Image: blue sky as the background, a hand holding a cell phone with a rainbow peace sign on the screen. Three text bubbles overlay image each contain a rainbow heart to the left and a heart to the right signifying liking the post. Text: Follow With Pride, at the top. Each text bubble contains the names of organizations, National Center for LGBTQ Rights, Lambda Legal, and National LGBTQ+ Bar Association with descriptions of each organization.
Background: orange on orange uneven lines and blocks. The Cal Nonprofits logo at the top. Text below that: California Nonprofits Day 2026 The Celebration. Three photos below: #1 five people holding up a certificate at the state house, #2 three people holding up a certificate in front of a backdrop and #3 a yellow lab holding a disk that says California Nonprofit of the year.
California Co-op Conference logo at the center top. Text reads: “Workshops are now available! Over 40 workshops various sectors, MCLE Accreditation, Spanish, and Interpreted Track” At top right is a photo of people posing in front of a sign for the conference Bottom half of the page: workshop themes: “Worker, Housing, Food/AG, Finance and Governance.” Find workshops at cccd.coop/events/2026-co-op-conference#workshops
Graphic. Text reads: What if you only had to remember one password ever again? The background image is jumbled letters. At bottom is the wordmark logo for Alternative Technologies, a worker-owned cooperative.
Graphic. Text reads: Get involved in making workplaces better. Heading: Workers’ Rights. Below that, United Farm Workers, Athena, and Starbucks Workers United. Heading: Worker Ownership. Below that: Democracy at Work Institute, U.S. Federation of Worker Cooperatives, and CA Center for Cooperative Development. At left are icons for each organization. At bottom is a wordmark logo which reads Alternative Technologies, a worker-owned cooperative.
Graphic. Text reads: Consider giving a follow to the protectors of the people who live on planet Earth: 350 Bay Area Asian Pacific Environmental Network Baykeeper California Environmental Justice Alliance California Environmental Voters Communities for a Better Environment Justice Outside Last Chance Alliance Rising Sun Center for Opportunity Sunrise Movement At bottom is the logo for Alternative Technologies - A Worker-Owned Cooperative
A graphic filled with photos of the women employees of Alternative Technologies, with text that reads, “What if your tech support support company was 42% women?”
raphic. Two gold framed images: a Lunar New Year dragon and Alysa Liu at her podium ceremony in a gold skate dress wearing her gold medal and holding the American flag behind her arms. Banner at top reads, “Bay Area Proud.” Text at bottom reads, “Oakland Lunar New Year Parade, Saturday February 28, 2026, 10am. At back is a red shimmery texture.
Screenshot of a post by Overheard LA. Text reads, "Everyone in the bay area watching Alysa Liu." Photo shows Joey from friends pointing at a television on which we can see Alysa Liu in her gold medal Olympic figure skating performnce.
Movie screenshot. Actor Taraji P. Henson as Katherine Goble Johnson stands on a tall ladder drawing a mathematical diagram on a blackboard.
Photo. Sakamoto Kaori executing a backward cross-legged turn with arms extended. She is wearing a skate outfit which starts out light blue and the shoulders and deepens into navy blue at the skirt. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons/David W. Carmichael CC BY-SA 3.0
Photo. Kaori Sakamoto executing a spin with one leg fully aloft held up by her left hand. She is wearing a black leotard outfit and white skates. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons/Phantom Kabocha, CC BY 4.0
Graphic. Black and white portrait of Martin Luther King Jr. Text reads: We are now faced with the fact that tomorrow is today. We are confronted with the fierce urgency of now. In this unfolding conundrum of life and history, there is such a thing as being too late.This is no time for apathy or complacency. This is a time for vigorous and positive action.
Graphic. Text reads: Happy 25th Birthday Wikipedia. Thank you to contributors, editors, and Wikimedia Foundation for all that you do to set information free. Icons for Wikipedia and five Wikimedia-Foundation-associated organizations are depicted. At bottom right is the logo for Alternative Technologies.
Text: May your holiday season be bright secure and connected. Illustration of a string of light bulbs connected to a power source at the top Illustrations of people, plugs and laptops at the bottom.
Text: The only fire we’re starting in December is a new Firewall. An image of a Sonicwall router appears at the bottom on the picture, the Alternative Technologies logo is just below that.
Graphic. Text reads, “Do you know how old your computers are? Tell your boss. Tell your board. Put it in your 2026 budget: Plan computer upgrades for staff every 5 years.” Background is a yellow and green abstract shape. At bottom is the logo for Alternative Technologies.
Background shaped like a badge, gold on top of blue. drawing of a lock at the bottom of badge. Text reads: Weak Password taylorswift, Slightly Better Passphrase TaylorSwift13Eras, Super-Strong Passphrase LifeOfAShowgirl@13. Use passphrases that are long, unique and memorable.
Orange background with yellow frame. A yellow starburst speech bubble text reads: Hats off to you, nonprofit fundraising professionals. Middle of the page text reads: supporting your organization's mission powering essential policy victories growing a community-centric fundraising practice building support to tackle injustice speaking truth to power. Green rectangular shaped speech bubble at the bottom text reads: No one could do this work without you.
boy in a blue polo with his arms open. Text: Giving Tuesday logo and Your Support makes change possible
Background shaped like a badge, gold on top of blue. drawing of a lock at the bottom of badge. Text reads: Weak Password starwars, Slightly Better Passphrase StarWars1977Luke!, Super-Strong Passphrase UseTheForce,Luke!1977. Use passphrases that are long, unique and memorable.
White cat laying across a laptop the screen says Cat-Factor Authentication
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A variety of photos or people from around the world working together. With the text Inclusive, Sustainable, Solutions. International Day of Cooperatives 2025
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.
Video of a competition where people are hurling servers across a blacktop.
Photo of a gray and white cat seated behind a tiny computer.
Count download clock in months, days, and hours on a yellow rectangle at the center of the page. Just below is a white box with the text, Windows 10 Sunset, It’s time for an upgrade. The background is an abstract of shapes and squiggles in gray, blue, orange and white.
The California nonprofit logo on a white post it size note with a paperclip. At the tops it says fueling change, empowering communities and the bottom, California nonprofits give back
CCCD logo surrounded by a stylized letter C made up of blue, red, green and black shapes.
Screenshot of a post. Post text reads: "people often ask me; 'Foone, you're an amateur physical media historian, when is it spelled disc, and when is it disk?' Well it's simple: Discs grow down from the ceiling, and disks grow up from the floor." Post by @foone.bsky.social
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.
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.