[SLUG] Meetings

[Ross Kendall]

Hi,

Well done on planning things out, it's good to have some goals and a bit 
of focus.

Just a quick comment about distros.  If we are hoping to introduce new 
people to Linux it's best to make things simple, not bombard them with 
options and technical details.  Even as an experienced Linux user, I 
have got tired of trying out lots of distributions. 

I think sticking to the main free distros is a good idea:

    * OpenSuse
    * Ubuntu
    * Fedora

Also, I think it would be good to do a survey of SLG  members to find 
out what they use Linux for, and what they are interested in doing and 
learning that relates to Linux.  While I do use Linux on the desktop, 
I'm actually more interested in server applications and Linux in 
business, than I am in endless 'desktop' banter.

Thanks,
Ross.

bob wrote:
> Hi,
>
> At Monday's meeting we worked out ideas about future meetings.  Here is a 
> summary:
>
> 			"Future Slug Meetings
>
> Aims
>
> We want to see new people join the group, and we need to structure the 
> meetings to appeal to people who know little of Linux.  We need to generate 
> publicity.  Finally we want to retain the convivial side of our meetings.
>
> Name
>
> We wanted to get away from the SLUG name for 2 reasons.  First, while we 
> remain part of SLUG, we accept that many members (some doing the most 
> important work), cannot come regularly to meetings. Second, this has been a 
> rainy summer, producing record numbers of slugs, and some do not like that.  
> We agreed that they should be called SLG (Scarborough Linux Group) meetings. 
>
> Structure, Date, Place and Time
>
> We decided that we should split the meetings in two.  A meeting for elementary 
> topics called the Linux meeting, and another meeting for conviviality called 
> the social meeting.  The Linux meeting will be at 7.15pm on the first Monday 
> of every month at the Blind centre in Dean Road.  The social meeting will be 
> at 7.45pm on the third Monday of each month at The Valley.  The Linux meeting 
> would take the form of a half hour talk on a topic announced in advance, 
> followed by a half hour plus left for questions, discussion and whatever 
> those who come want to do.    In fact the next meeting will be a social 
> meeting on Monday 15th October at the  Valley.
>
> Distributions
>
> We would like to set up a list of distributions, contributed by people with 
> experience, and who are happy to answer questions about them.  It could 
> include information on: ease of installation, specifications needed, and 
> suitability for beginners.
>
> Poster
>
> We want to create an A4 poster, that would publicise the Linux meetings in the 
> library, and local schools."
>
> Some more details will follow.  Comments, suggestions and objections are 
> welcome.
>
> Bob
>
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