[wplug] Snow Advisory WAS [wplug-announce] Free Linux Basics Tutorial February 11th 2006

[Beth Lynn]

Hello,

The Linux Basics Tutorial (details below) tomorrow might be snowed out.
We will make a determination by 10am if we want to cancel but we will do 
our best to make this meeting happen. Please use common sense when making 
the decision to venture out.

Here are three ways you can find out if this meeting is a go at 10am.
Call the meeting room: 412 268 4998
Check the website: http://www.wplug.org
Check your email: we'll make an announcement on this list either way at 
10am.


Weather report courtesy of wpxi.com...
"
Allegheny County
Below average temperatures continue

Today: Mostly cloudy with a few passing flurries. High 32. Wind SW 5-15 
mph.
Tonight: Cloudy with a chance of snow by daybreak. Low 22. Wind S to E 
5-10 mph.
Saturday: Cloudy with snow showers. 1 to 3 inches of snow possible with 
higher totals east of Pittsburgh. High 33. Wind NE 5-15 mph.
Saturday night: Snow showers. Low 19.
"

Thanks,
Beth Lynn Eicher

On Thu, 9 Feb 2006, Beth Lynn wrote:

> Hello,
>
> Western PA Linux Users Group will be hosting a free Linux Basics Tutorial.
> It will be held on this Saturday February 11th 2006 from 10am to 2:30pm at 
> Newell Simon Hall 3002. This meeting is FREE and open to the general
> public. Please invite your friends and coworkers so that they can see
> what Linux is all about.
>
> PLEASE NOTE THE NEW LOCATION: Newell Simon Hall 3002
> Visit our new Maps and Directions page
> http://www.wplug.org/pages/wplugmap/
> Please note that our new phone number is 412 268 4998
> Make sure to print out the directions!
>
> Please distribute fliers to promote this tutorial
> http://www.wplug.org/files/linuxbasicsho.pdf
>
> Speaker: Beth Lynn Eicher
> Host: Patrick Wagstrom
>
> ABOUT THE TUTORIAL- LINUX BASICS
> The tutorial will be a brief yet thorough overview of the Linux operating
> system. If you would like to get started and you would like a cram course
> in the basics, this class is for you. Maybe you just started using Linux
> however you feel like you are drowning in a sea of information. Fear not,
> we are here to help.
>
> You may bring a computer along, but one is not required. We will be
> demonstrating a version of Linux called KNOPPIX with allows you to boot
> directly from the cdrom into a fully-functional Linux operating system
> without affecting the current contents of your hard drive. You can follow
> along with your own system to enhance the experience or just sit back and
> watch. If you do choose to bring your system, make sure to bring
> everything (monitor, keyboard, mouse, power cords, power strips, etc.).
> We do have carts available to help you move your stuff into Newell Simon
> Hall 3002. Please be considerate and arrive before 11am with your computer
> so that we can get started at 11am sharp.
>
> We encourage all to RSVP, especially if you are bringing your computer.
> However, if you did not RSVP, please come anyhow.
> Those who RSVP to rsvp at wplug.org will receive a free Knoppix CD.
>
> If you have any questions about the event, special needs, or any topics you 
> would like the tutorial to cover, please email rsvp at wplug.org
>
> TOPICS WE WILL COVER
> * Why use Linux
> * Choosing a distribution
> * Using the command line
> * Installing programs - rpms and tars
> * Security suggestions
> * How not to get into trouble
> * Basic desktop usage
> * Using Knoppix as a rescue disk or as your main Linux desktop
>
> SCHEDULE
> * Doors will open at 10am to NSH 3002
> * Coffee and Doughnut Hour 10am-11am
> * Linux Basics tutorial part I 11am-Noon
> * Geeks Eating Pizza Noon-ish - 1pm ($5 is suggested for pizza contribution)
> * Linux Basics tutorial part II 1pm-2:30pm
> * General Socialization 2:30pm-3pm
>
> See you there!
>
> Beth Lynn
>
> Upcoming Schedule...
> Saturday March 4, Installfest 10am-5pm Newell Simon Hall Atrium (3rd floor 
> commons)
> Saturday March 11, GUM 10am-2pm topic TBD
>
> If you have any questions about this event or wplug in general, please send 
> mail to info at wplug.org
>
> PS: help is needed for this event: cohost, setup crew, pizza troll, and donut 
> troll. For more information, read the thread on -plan
> http://www.wplug.org/pipermail/wplug-plan/2006-February/001549.html
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