Blackpool LUG

New to Linux? Wondering what it is all about?

Linux is an operating system for computers. Microsoft Windows XP and Vista are also operating systems for computers.
A major difference is that Linux is free and windows is not free.

Historically, MS operating systems have always been bundled with the PC, and included in the price, so you did not realise that you had in fact paid for the operating system.
However, if you visit your local computer shop and ask to buy XP or Vista, you will become aware of the price. Also, the price you pay only allows you to install the operating system on one computer.
Linux is completely free of charge and can be installed on as many computers as you need.
Linux is in continual development, and improving all the time, so you do not need to wait years for the next version with improved features to arrive.

The Linux format mag supplies a DVD each month that usually has at least 1 linux distribution to try.

As a new user, you should try what is termed a Live CD first. Put the Live CD/DVD in the drive, and restart your machine. The whole operating system runs from the CD, and can not harm your (windows) computer.

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There is no charge for LUG membership.

PC Recycler has been promoting Linux on refurbished machines for many years, and help the LUG in various ways.
See our early efforts with Linux on the "wayback machine" from 2000:-
http://web.archive.org/web/20010303000101/www.pc-recycler.fsbusiness.co.uk/linux.htm

There are now 300+ mandrake users in Blackpool(2006)

The LUG had free access to a computer suite/internet cafe as a meeting venue, but the members did not make use of this facility and it was withdrawn. Blackpool is now a Virtual LUG, with no meeting venue.

As always, the future direction of the LUG will be dictated by the members. Please use the 'contact us' link to say what features and facilities you would like to see. (you need to be Logged in)

Facilities

Small reading area with most of the back issues of Linux Format and disks(apart from the ones that have been "borrowed")
Distro copying(making) facility. You need to supply the blank media.
Computers for trial installations of Linux.

The above facilities are provided by PC Recycler Ltd on an appointment only basis.
Tel:01253 293258, Fax:-07092162209

The Documentation section of Linux.com:
http://docs.linux.com\
The Linux Newbie Guide:
http://linux-newbie.sunsite.dk
Linux Survival: training modules:
http://linuxsurvival.com
The Linux search section of Google:
http://www.google.com/linux

GTK programming with glade
GUI with Glade2

puppy linux download page

PC Recycler - The computer club

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