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

[Sebastian Arcus]

On 10/01/13 14:33, Dan Lynch wrote:
> On 10 January 2013 13:31, Sebastian Arcus <shop at open-t.co.uk
> <mailto: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.

Oh I see. Slight confusion there. No problem, just let us know when you 
decide to work on the systems.

Sebastian