Open Source

Requirements: Windows, Mac, or Linux.
Compare To: Adobe Soundbooth CS3 ($199.99)
Download From: http://audacity.sourceforge.net/
Features: Audacity can record live audio, edit multiple sound file types, convert tapes and records into digital audio, and more.
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Course Management

Moodle

Use: A software package for producing internet-based courses and web sites.
Requirements: Windows, Mac, Linux and a webserver
Compare To: Blackboard K-12 Starter Edition ($9,800+ per year)
Download From: http://moodle.org
Features: Teachers can set up a class website with Moodle containing online quizzes, blogs, surveys, peer assessment, and more.
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Games

SuperTux

Use: A 2D jump and run game. A great reward for kids to earn.
Requirements: Windows, Mac, Linux, and others.

Compare To: Super Mario Brothers
Download From: http://supertux.lethargik.org/
Features: Features multiple worlds where players must run, jump, and avoid enemies.
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Image Editing

Seashore

Use: A basic image editing program.
Requirements: Mac OS 10.3.9 or later
Compare To: Adobe Photoshop Elements ($80)
Download From: http://seashore.sourceforge.net/
Features: Add text, crop, use multiple layers, draw on an image, and save and convert to multiple file types.
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Tuxpaint

Use: A simple painting program for young children.
Requirements: Windows, Mac, Linux, and others.
Compare To: Kid Pix ($19.99)
Download From: http://www.tuxpaint.org
Features: A K-6 painting program that features an easy-to-use interface, fun sound effects, and a cartoon mascot.
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Library Automation
Koha

Use: An Integrated Library System to manage books, accounts, and more.
Requirements: Windows, Mac, or Linux and a webserver.
Compare To: Follet Destiny ($2000+)
Download From: http://www.koha.org
Features: Koha includes a web interface and modules for circulation, cataloging, acquisitions, reserves, patron management, and more.
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Math
TuxMath

Use: A math drill game.

Requirements: Windows, Mac, or Linux

Compare To: Math Blaster: Master the Basics ($24.99)

Download From: http://tux4kids.alioth.debian.org/

Features: Practice addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Keeps track of high scores and has an easy to use interface.

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Office Suite
OpenOffice.org

Use: An office suite for documents, spreadsheets, presentations, and more.
Requirements: Windows, Mac, Linux, and others.
Compare to: Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student ($149)
Download From: http://www.openoffice.org/
Features: Intended to replace Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Can open and save as .doc. .ppt, and .xls. Mimics the look and feel of Microsoft Office.
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Programming
Scratch

Use: A visual programming application for children
Requirements: Windows or Mac
Compare To: Microsoft Visual Basic and Alice (Free)
Download From: http://scratch.mit.edu/
Features: Scratch is a programming language that makes it easy to create your own interactive stories, animations, and games.
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Typing
TuxType

Use: A typing game for children.
Requirements: Windows, Mac, or Linux.
Compare To: Type2Learn ($29.95)
Download From: http://tux4kids.alioth.debian.org
Features: A typing game for children with lessons, support for multiple languages, and custom word lists.
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Web Browsing
Mozilla Firefox

Use: A fully featured web browser.
Requirements: Windows, Mac or Linux.
Compare To: Internet Explorer or Safari (Free)
Download From: http://www.mozilla.com
Features: An award winning web browser known for its speed, security, and personalization.
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Website Design
NVU

Use: A website editing application.
Requirements: Windows, PowerPC Mac, or Linux.
Compare To: Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 ($399)
Download From: http://nvudev.com
Features: Create and manage a website with no technical expertise. Web standard compliant and has an integrated FTP client.
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Website Content Management
Joomla!

Use: A Content Management System that helps you build websites.
Requirements: Windows, Mac, or Linux and a webserver.
Compare To: COMSHARP CMS ($499)
Download From: http://www.joomla.org
Features: Joomla allows multiple people to easily contribute to anything from a personal to a corporate website.
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