May 2012 - wlug - list.wlug.org.nz

Tiny Pluggable Linux ARM Computers Are Red-Hot
by Peter Reutemann 27 May '12

27 May '12

More on the front of pocket-sized computers: "The new wave of fun geek toys is inexpensive, hackable, tiny Linux-powered ARM computers, and they're red hot. This is the year to go small." -- source: https://www.linux.com/learn/tutorials/582501-tiny-pluggable-linux-arm-compu… Cheers, Peter -- Peter Reutemann, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Waikato, NZ http://www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/~fracpete/ Ph. +64 (7) 858-5174

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G4 iMac, needs a new home
by Daniel Lawson 27 May '12

27 May '12

I have a G4 iMac that is looking for a new home. 15" screen, 800MHz PowerPC G4, 60GB harddrive, 512MB of ram Currently reinstalling OSX 10.4 (Tiger) onto it. Comes with original 10.2.3 install media, as well as retail copies of 10.3 and 10.4, and a copy of iLife '04. Free, but you have to pick it up from either Hillcrest area during the weekend/evenings, or the Farmers carpark on Alexandra st during the day.

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discussion on new wlug page
by Peter Reutemann 25 May '12

25 May '12

Hi everyone Just started a new discussion for features the new WLUG webpage should have and what software could be used: http://elgg.wlug.org.nz/pg/forum/topic/8615/new-wlug-webpage/ Why this discussion? Things have changed, people use the website different, maintenance is difficult. Hence it is a good time to discuss things! Cheers, Peter -- Peter Reutemann, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Waikato, NZ http://www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/~fracpete/ Ph. +64 (7) 858-5174

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elgg group for getting councils going open-source
by Peter Reutemann 25 May '12

25 May '12

Hi everyone I've set up a new group for collecting ideas and information on how to get councils to go open source: http://elgg.wlug.org.nz/pg/groups/8610/councils-going-opensource/ Please join the group and add your ideas! Cheers, Peter -- Peter Reutemann, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Waikato, NZ http://www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/~fracpete/ Ph. +64 (7) 858-5174

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Ubuntu + LibreOffice success story
by Peter Reutemann 25 May '12

25 May '12

Hi there The following post about saving a significant amount of money using Ubuntu+LibreOffice just came through on the NZOSS mailing list: http://lists.nzoss.org.nz/pipermail/openchat/2012-May/009591.html Another example for the HCC... Cheers, Peter -- Peter Reutemann, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Waikato, NZ http://www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/~fracpete/ Ph. +64 (7) 858-5174

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REMINDER: WLUG meeting is tomorrow!
by Meeting Reminder Bot 24 May '12

24 May '12

There is a Waikato Linux Users Group meeting tomorrow: ---------------------------------------------------------------------- !!! WlugCommittee meeting ''What?'' * committee handover * cheque signing rights * meeting room problems (last two meetings not possible in meeting room) * (further) discussion of Monday night meeting (http://www.wlug.org.nz/MeetingTopics.2012-05-28) topics ''Where? '' * at Bruce's place ''When?'' * 10am

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Linux Mint 13 (Maya) Has Arrived
by Peter Reutemann 23 May '12

23 May '12

"Linux Mint 13 (Maya) has just been released. DVDs come in four flavors — MATE (with and without codecs) and Cinnamon (with and without codecs) — in both 32-bit and 64-bit versions. The codec-free versions comply with U.S. and Japanese IP regulations. MATE 1.2 is Linux Mint's community-powered extension of Gnome 2. Cinnamon 1.4 is built upon Gnome 3, but has a more traditional look and feel. As with Ubuntu 12.04, upon which Linux Mint draws, all editions come with Long-term support (LTS) until April, 2017. The release notes provide a list of changes." -- source: http://linux.slashdot.org/story/12/05/23/2049242/linux-mint-13-maya-has-arr… Just started downloading the 32/64 bit cinnamon versions. :-) Will bring them along to the next Monday night meeting. Cheers, Peter -- Peter Reutemann, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Waikato, NZ http://www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/~fracpete/ Ph. +64 (7) 858-5174

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Raspberry Pi foundation demos 14MP camera module for $35 computer
by Peter Reutemann 22 May '12

22 May '12

A blog post published by the Raspberry Pi foundation offers the first look at an experimental camera module that is designed to plug into the organization’s popular $35 Linux computer. The camera component, which will likely be available for purchase later this year, is relatively small. The foundation says that it is “ideal for some robotics and home automation applications people have been wanting to build.” --source: http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2012/05/raspberry-pi-foundation-demos-14mp-c… Cheers, Peter -- Peter Reutemann, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Waikato, NZ http://www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/~fracpete/ Ph. +64 (7) 858-5174

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Into the Mosh Pit: A Mobile Shell Replacement for SSH
by Peter Reutemann 22 May '12

22 May '12

"Mosh" (http://mosh.mit.edu/) sounds very useful: "SSH is a wonderful thing, but it doesn't deal very well with today's mobile workers. When dealing with iffy Wi-Fi connections, moving around from coffeeshop to home office, or just putting your laptop to sleep for a few minutes, you lose your SSH connection. If you need a persistent connection, take a look at Mosh." -- source: https://www.linux.com/learn/tutorials/562553-into-the-mosh-pit-a-mobile-she… Not just available for the latest Ubuntu (and other Linux distros), but also for versions starting with 10.04, via a separate ppa: http://mosh.mit.edu/#getting Cheers, Peter -- Peter Reutemann, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Waikato, NZ http://www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/~fracpete/ Ph. +64 (7) 858-5174

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Equinox Desktop Environment 2.0 released
by Peter Reutemann 22 May '12

22 May '12

"The latest version of the Equinox Desktop Environment, EDE 2.0, is fully freedesktop.org-compliant and now uses the FLTK toolkit throughout. It is designed to be a fast and lightweight environment for older computers or embedded use" -- source: http://h-online.com/-1581800 Cheers, Peter -- Peter Reutemann, Dept. of Computer Science, University of Waikato, NZ http://www.cs.waikato.ac.nz/~fracpete/ Ph. +64 (7) 858-5174

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