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'''What:''' An [[InstallFest]] is the perfect opportunity for you to try out Linux on your computer and see what others are doing with Linux. Those who just want to see what Linux is about can [[#Free_classes_-_No_experience_required.21|enjoy the free classes.]] Others may attend to [[#Those_attempting_an_install|install Linux on their computers.]] No experience with Linux or computers is required. This event is free and open to the general public. | '''What:''' An [[InstallFest]] is the perfect opportunity for you to try out Linux on your computer and see what others are doing with Linux. Those who just want to see what Linux is about can [[#Free_classes_-_No_experience_required.21|enjoy the free classes.]] Others may attend to [[#Those_attempting_an_install|install Linux on their computers.]] No experience with Linux or computers is required. This event is free and open to the general public. | ||
− | '''When:''' Saturday, November 21, 2009 from | + | '''When:''' Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 10:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. |
'''Where:''' [[Wilkins School Community Center]] Auditorium - Ground Floor | '''Where:''' [[Wilkins School Community Center]] Auditorium - Ground Floor | ||
− | [[Image:Aug-lug-098.jpg|thumb| | + | [[Image:Aug-lug-098.jpg|thumb|400px|Photo of this Installfest]] |
== At the InstallFest you can... == | == At the InstallFest you can... == | ||
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== Free classes - No experience required! == | == Free classes - No experience required! == | ||
− | + | Details to come. | |
== Those attempting an install == | == Those attempting an install == | ||
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Show up sooner rather than later allow yourself enough time to accomplish a complete install. The last install will start at 2:30 P.M. We will be closing down the network and cleaning up starting at 4:30 P.M. so we can be out of the building by 5 P.M. | Show up sooner rather than later allow yourself enough time to accomplish a complete install. The last install will start at 2:30 P.M. We will be closing down the network and cleaning up starting at 4:30 P.M. so we can be out of the building by 5 P.M. | ||
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== Facilities == | == Facilities == | ||
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Distributions:<br /> | Distributions:<br /> | ||
If you're bringing distribution media, please list the name and version below. | If you're bringing distribution media, please list the name and version below. | ||
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* Your distro here | * Your distro here | ||
+ | * Your distro here | ||
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+ | <!-- These are from a previous installfest, listed here for reference | ||
+ | * Kubuntu 8.10 CD | ||
+ | * Linux Mint 6 DVD | ||
+ | * OpenSUSE 11.1 DVD | ||
+ | * SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11 DVD (32 and 64 bit) | ||
+ | * Ubuntu 8.10 CD, Desktop edition 32 bit | ||
+ | * Ubuntu 9.04 CD, Desktop edition 32 bit | ||
+ | * Fedora 11 Beta Games Respin, Live DVD | ||
+ | * KNOPPIX 6.0.1 CD English | ||
+ | * KNOPPIX 5.3.1 DVD English | ||
+ | * Qimo 1.0 Desktop CD | ||
+ | * Puppy Linux 4.2-k2.6.25-16-seamonkey CD | ||
+ | * OpenDisc 8.10a (Free and Open Source software for Windows) | ||
+ | * OpenSolaris 2009.6 LiveCD (32 and 64bit) | ||
+ | * FreeBSD 7.2 for i386, x86_64, sparc64, pc98, ia64, and livecd for i386 | ||
+ | --> | ||
== How to help - Sign up here == | == How to help - Sign up here == | ||
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LAN setup - move equipment into the building, turn on switches, deploy power and ethernet cables in a responsible manner starting 12 P.M. or as soon as we can get into the building. | LAN setup - move equipment into the building, turn on switches, deploy power and ethernet cables in a responsible manner starting 12 P.M. or as soon as we can get into the building. | ||
− | + | * Your name here. | |
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LAN cleanup - turn off switches and pack up WPLUG equipment. All people and stuff must be out of the building by 5 P.M. '''sharp.''' | LAN cleanup - turn off switches and pack up WPLUG equipment. All people and stuff must be out of the building by 5 P.M. '''sharp.''' | ||
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* Your name here | * Your name here | ||
− | Technical | + | Technical support staff - these are people who are willing to field questions in your area of expertise. You will wear a name tag. Your name and area of expertise will be posted conspicuously inside the meeting space. |
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* Your name here. I can help with ... (basic desktop installs, wireless configuration, web server setup) | * Your name here. I can help with ... (basic desktop installs, wireless configuration, web server setup) | ||
* Your name here. I can help with ... (distribution selection, mythtv, voip, open office and word processing) | * Your name here. I can help with ... (distribution selection, mythtv, voip, open office and word processing) | ||
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Refreshments - reimbursements will be provided for breakfast pastries. | Refreshments - reimbursements will be provided for breakfast pastries. | ||
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− | + | * Your name here. I am bringing ... | |
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General cleanup - make sure we don't make a mess. This entails cleaning up after the food and trash management. | General cleanup - make sure we don't make a mess. This entails cleaning up after the food and trash management. | ||
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* If you are planning an installation and you have technical questions before the meeting, you can ask them on [http://{{SERVERNAME}}/mailman/listinfo/wplug the wplug list]. | * If you are planning an installation and you have technical questions before the meeting, you can ask them on [http://{{SERVERNAME}}/mailman/listinfo/wplug the wplug list]. | ||
* Don't want to contact the list but you have questions about the installfest? No worries! Email events AT wplug DOT org and a real live person will get back to you. | * Don't want to contact the list but you have questions about the installfest? No worries! Email events AT wplug DOT org and a real live person will get back to you. | ||
− | * Have | + | * Have questions about WPLUG? See the [[Wplug:About|about page]] or contact [mailto:info@wplug.org info@wplug.org]. |