Computer Software

Computer programs, created to perform one or a set of tasks, that are then distributed or sold for use.

Resources in this category:

Autodesk User Group International
http://www.augi.com/home/default.asp

"Autodesk User Group International is Autodesk's officially recognized user group, and we work intimately with Autodesk and users throughout the world to bring our members benefits, resources, information and networking opportunities." The site is available in both English and Spanish versions. Information is organized into 7 major categories: membershipland, career corner, big events, tech stuff, online learning, industry groups, and worldwide AUGI.

Business Software Alliance
http://www.bsa.org/

"Since 1988, the Business Software Alliance (BSA) has been the voice of the world's leading software developers before governments and with consumers in the international marketplace. Its members represent the fastest growing industry in the world. BSA educates computer users on software copyrights; advocates public policy that fosters innovation and expands trade opportunities; and fights software piracy."

ClarisWorks Users Group
http://www.awug.org/

"Formed in 1991, CWUG is an independent support group with more than 15,000 members in the United States and 51 other countries all dedicated to helping ClarisWorks users." The site has discussion forums, a software library (requires fees for use but can be browsed for free), and news.

Europe, Middle East & Africa Oracle Usergroup Community
http://eoug.net/

The EOUC site has links to other Oracle User Groups around the world as well as information about EOUG events.

International Oracle Users Group-Americas
http://www.ioug.org/

"The International Oracle Users Group-Americas is a continental user group comprised of more than 7,500 members in North, Central and South America. The IOUG-Americas' mission is: To provide the premier communications, networking and educational forum for all users of products and services in the Oracle environment and to influence Oracle Corporation in its product direction by being the channel for an integrated voice for the Americas." Sections of the site include technical tips, discussion forums, member resources, vendor directory, oracle resources, and the Group's Magazine articles.

Software and Information Industry Association
http://www.siia.net/

"The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) is the principal trade association for the software and digital content industry. SIIA provides global services in government relations, business development, corporate education and intellectual property protection to the leading companies that are setting the pace for the digital age." This site contains SIIA programs and publication, Government Affairs, SIIA Conferences and Awards, and SIIA Newsroom(only for SIIA members). This site is searchable.

Software Publishers Association
http://www.spa.org/

"The Software Publishers Association (SPA) is the leading software trade association for the desktop computer software industry. Now in its 12th year, SPA is the largest international network of software professionals, representing more than 85 percent of the U.S. packaged software industry." This site provides information about membership and SPA special interest groups, a software industry directory, and a publications catalog. It also includes recent press releases, an anti-piracy page, job listings, a consumer market section, and other software information.

Software Publishers Association Europe
http://www.spa-europe.org/

"SPA Europe is an affiliate of the Software Publishers Association in the United States, the international trade association for personal computer software. The Software Publishers Association Europe was created to protect, promote and provide information and services to the personal computer software industry in Europe." This site provides a list of SPA Europe members, information about its recent conference, anti-piracy and software management, upcoming events, and market research and public policy publications.