Curious? Or just starting out, and need a boost? Come and get a friendly introduction to Ubuntu, a free and open source operating system. You'll learn what you can do with it, what its advantages are, and why its name means 'humanity to others.'

This workshop is for folks who have not had any prior experience with Ubuntu Linux, or who are just starting out...or who just need a bit of extra attention.

***Space is limited, so please preregister by sending an email to:

      info AT freegeekvancouver D0T org

[More on Ubuntu] 

[Why Use Free Software?]

This workshop is presented by Free Geek and Ubuntu Vancouver.

The Joy of Command Line
Thurs. Sept. 4th 6:30-8pm @ Free Geek (back door)

The command line is an interface, or way of interacting with a computer, which is text-only (as opposed to a graphical user interface, or GUI).

When using the command line, you type commands at a prompt (a.k.a. cursor). 

This free workshop is a good idea for beginners interested in learning programming, computer building, or for those who like idea of learning some basic finesse with their digital friend.

This class is intended for beginners with a little previous exposure to command line,

Prerequisite - You must have one of the following:

1. You should have attended one "How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Command Line" workshop 
2. OR, you already know how how to enter commands, and navigate the file system from the command line in Linux.

Other things to remember:

• You need a basic familiarity with using computers (nothing fancy)
• You can either be new to free and open source, or experienced with it
• If you have a laptop (running a free operating system), please bring it so we can accommodate more people in our computer lab. Let us know when you register that you can bring your own computer.

Impress your friends with your newfound movie-hacker-looking skills!

 

 

 

SFU Sustainability Festival 2008
Date	Wednesday September 24, 2008
Time	10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Additional Information	www.susfest.ca
Description	Simon Fraser University - Burnaby Campus   8888 University Drive   In the Convocation Mall  "Sustainable SFU presents Sustainability Festival 2008, held at Simon Fraser University, Burnaby Campus in the Convocation Mall. Whether you are already sustain-a-savvy, or are new to the idea of green, the Festival is the perfect opportunity to engage with leaders from the community who are truly making a difference. Experience the different side of life from our environmentally innovative companies and products, while relaxing to the sound of local entertainment and the taste of local brews. Join us in bringing people together to share information, resources and inspiration!"

 The first Wednesday of every month is...

WINDOWSLESS WEDNESDAY!!

 Join us for a DROP IN night of skill-sharing, problem-solving & education

7:00-9:30pm at Free Geek (back door)

 

• Getting help: all are welcome, beginners and up
  
• Helping others: we always need helpers with skills, please consider dropping by to help others
  
• Free or by donation. 
• Note: we help with free & open source software/hardware issues only.

Want to try free & open source software? Find out how to install GNU/Linux on your computer? Or have a more complex question...? These evenings are first come, first serve. Drop in & write your name/question on the whiteboard; someone will come find you and lend a hand.

Linux Clinics are where we assist folks who have GNU/Linux issues, hardware problems, or who are just plain curious. If you want to see what free and open source is all about, or try the Ubuntu operating system, you're welcome to drop by!

If you are already running a distribution of GNU/Linux, you might consider bringing your box down, so we can work together to solve your difficulties.

**CAN YOU HELP? We're always in need of extra helpers with skills and patience! Particular areas in demand: GNU/Linux & wireless, Ubuntu installs, hardware issues. Feel free to drop by and let us know you're here to help.

Check back here for updates, or join our announcement mailing list to stay posted about upcoming events!

Please note: Entry via back door. Indoor bike parking. Unfortunately our new location is not wheelchair accessible yet. We appreciate your patience while we work to change this; call us with concerns: 604-879-4335.

 

Ubuntu Vancouver Monthly Meeting

Day: Thursday, Oct. 9th, 2008

Time: 6:30-8:30pm

Where: Free Geek, 1820 Pandora Street. Please enter by the back door, off the alley.

 

Join the conversation:

Ubuntu Vancouver Wiki (where you can also join the local Ubuntu Vancouver mailing list)

Get on the Ubuntu Canada mailing list

 

 

Free Geek Monthly Meeting
6:30-8:30pm

LOCATION: Free Geek Community Technology Centre

1820 Pandora St. (3 blocks NE of Commercial & Hastings); come to the back door please.

All welcome! Please note: Our new space is not wheelchair accessible yet. We appreciate your patience. Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns at 604-879-4335.

Join us as we make decisions and discuss issues relevant to a community non-profit dedicated to computer recycling, education, empowerment and free & open source software. Open to the curious, the beginner and the programmer. Folks with no computer experience welcome!

Feel free to check out more info about our meeting procedures [HERE]