What we’re about
Whether you're running GNU/Linux as your desktop operating system or interested in doing so, this Meetup is for you. Our goal is to create an environment that's welcoming, fun, and educational.
A paradox...
The argument for open source ("free" as in speech) software is stronger than ever.
GNU/Linux has been wildly successful in the server market.
Desktop GNU/Linux operating systems like Ubuntu provide a rich end-user experience on par or better than commercial rivals in many respects.
...Yet the uptake of using GNU/Linux as an end-user (desktop/laptop) operating system still lags. This Meetup aims to end that by:
1. Creating a community of GNU/Linux on the desktop enthusiasts.
2. Providing a venue where GNU/Linux questions can get asked by users of all levels.
3. Fostering GNU/Linux on the desktop evangelism. Let's spread the word!
We welcome long time GNU/Linux enthusiasts, those who've heard of GNU/Linux but aren't even sure what it is, and everyone in between. Join us!
We're part of BLU! BLU is the Boston Linux & Unix User Group and has been meeting actively since 1994. BLU does a fantastic job of covering topics across the broad spectrum of GNU/Linux, from technical topics to end-user topics. I'm excited that BLU has invited our group to become a sub- group of theirs. This gives us tremendous support from more experienced users and allows us to coordinate events. As a sub- group, we aim to focus on using GNU/Linux on the desktop and attracting new and less technical users to the platform. To learn more about BLU, please visit http://www. blu.org.
To learn more about our group, please visit http://LibreBoston.org.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- FOSS, Libraries, and CommunitiesHarvard Square, cambridge, MA
NEW DATE/TIME/LOCATION!
We will meet Friday, July 25th @ 4PM! @ Harvard St. Commons. Harvard St. Commons (https://harvardst.co) is a collaborative living space for builders, hackers, and creators in the heart of Cambridge! It's <10 minutes walking from the Harvard Square T Stop. Once you RSVP yes, you will receive the specific address.
The event will consist of:
- A short DIY FOSS workshop on installing Internet in a Box on Trisquel [bring your laptop if you can!!]
- A preview of a Wikimania talk to be given in Nairobi, Kenya in August - How do open platforms like Wikipedia, GitHub, and arXiv serve as examples for educators and students so that they can succeed in a world with AI?
- A FOSS discussion led by Trisquel founder Ruben Rodriguez Perez!
Come join us!
