[Liverpool] LUG Meeting update - 7pm tonight @ LSC

[Dan Lynch]

On 10 January 2013 13:31, Sebastian Arcus <shop at open-t.co.uk> wrote:

> <SNIP>
>


> Do these boxes really have to be upgraded? Is there any software on them
> which is not up to scratch any more? If it's just for security purposes,
> what's that real likelihood of security problems on a Linux box used for
> non-critical stuff?
>

I would like to have a distro that still receives updates. I understand the
argument about security problems not being likely but it seems sensible to
have the machines patched. I'm quite conservative about that. It's only
thing I am conservative about :D

>
> Alternatively, would something like 'proper' Debian be an option? After
> all, half of the world of distros seem to be based on the thing.


I considered Debian Squeeze. Need to check the support life cycle on it. It
doesn't solve the problem of changing interfaces though. I don't think we
can keep them on Gnome 2 as it's not supported any more. MATE might be an
option with Mint. Some of the more modern software packages they use are
more likely to be packaged and available on Ubuntu as well.

>
> I propose to head down there one Saturday afternoon and spend a bit
>> longer sorting things out. I'll let you know more concrete plans nearer
>> the time if anyone wants to join me.
>>
>
> I can come. I've put it down in my calendar. Just keep us posted with
> details (time etc.)


I haven't set a date yet, just to avoid confusion. I didn't mean this
Saturday. I'm thinking maybe next week but will keep you updated.

See ya,

Dan
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