Re: [ubuntu-uk] HP, Dell, et al - come to Linux!

2012-06-20 Thread john beddard
On Wed, 2012-06-20 at 16:22 +0100, k...@sohcahtoa.org.uk wrote: Hello All Alas, I suspect this interesting looking device is not going to be mass marketed. It will be available only from Microsoft shops or by mail order from Microsoft. Sounds like a 'reference platform' or 'concept'

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Ubuntu Server 11.10 -- how do I enable remot access via Putty?

2012-03-12 Thread john beddard
Hi Alex, sudo ufw allow ssh if your using ufw firewalls on both client and server. However my guess is that the problem is likely connected to password permissions, after exchanging keys. The Ubuntu help documentation is very useful in this area :

[ubuntu-uk] Raspberry Pi

2012-02-29 Thread john beddard
This the breakthrough we needed ! http://uk.rs-online.com/web/generalDisplay.html?id=raspberrypicm_mmc=UK-PPC-0212-_-02_Raspberry_PI-_-Raspberry_PI-_-Raspberry_Pi Has anyone got one yet ? John -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Raspberry Pi

2012-02-29 Thread john beddard
On 29/02/12 17:52, Simon Greenwood wrote: On 29 February 2012 17:41, Andy Braben andybra...@gmail.com mailto:andybra...@gmail.com wrote: On 29 February 2012 17:27, john beddard j...@creationspace.co.uk mailto:j...@creationspace.co.uk wrote: This the breakthrough we

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Raspberry Pi

2012-02-29 Thread john beddard
On 29/02/12 18:07, Rob Beard wrote: On 29/02/12 17:27, john beddard wrote: This the breakthrough we needed ! http://uk.rs-online.com/web/generalDisplay.html?id=raspberrypicm_mmc=UK-PPC-0212-_-02_Raspberry_PI-_-Raspberry_PI-_-Raspberry_Pi Has anyone got one yet ? John Probably like many

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Raspberry Pi

2012-02-29 Thread john beddard
On 29/02/12 20:45, Steve Pearce wrote: On 29/02/12 17:27, john beddard wrote: This the breakthrough we needed ! http://uk.rs-online.com/web/generalDisplay.html?id=raspberrypicm_mmc=UK-PPC-0212-_-02_Raspberry_PI-_-Raspberry_PI-_-Raspberry_Pi Has anyone got one yet ? I was up at 05:30

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Raspberry Pi

2012-02-29 Thread john beddard
On 29/02/12 21:25, Steve Pearce wrote: On 29/02/12 21:06, john beddard wrote: Fantastic dedication Paul, Hope that they are looking towards broadening their production base. I know that the BBC have been looking to repeat the success that they had with the Acorn. No doubt

[ubuntu-uk] DFD

2012-02-27 Thread john beddard
Don't forget everyone : DFD 2012 http://www.documentfreedom.org/ John -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/

[ubuntu-uk] Newcastle Happy Hour

2011-12-12 Thread john beddard
If anyone is interested in meeting up in Newcastle. Or is already doing so. I would like to link-up and contribute. John -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Lack of support for small business

2011-11-19 Thread john beddard
On 19/11/11 00:50, Gareth France wrote: Naturally everything is in it's infancy right now. I'll be providing a mix of new and reasonable spec second hand machines. Expect the range to be rather limited at first but I'll be looking to grow it quite quickly. The website isn't up just yet but

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Lack of support for small business

2011-11-19 Thread john beddard
On 19/11/11 09:28, Gareth France wrote: I have no interest in borrowing money whatsoever. I'm hoping to develop in the direction of group meets, training days etc. I'm intrigued by the idea of install fests, plenty of opportunities out there. On Sat, Nov 19, 2011 at 9:21 AM, john beddard j

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Linux Courses/Certification/UK

2011-10-25 Thread john beddard
On 25/10/11 13:35, MS wrote:Hello Steve, I would recommend the Ubuntu Professional Course available from Ubuntu's own Training Team. Its half the price of the O.U Course and is extensive, with something like 16 modules. Its an ideal preparation for the more extensive Ubuntu Server Course.

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Linux Courses/Certification/UK

2011-10-25 Thread john beddard
On 25/10/11 19:26, Barry Titterton wrote: On Tue, 2011-10-25 at 16:47 +0100, john beddard wrote: On 25/10/11 13:35, MS wrote:Hello Steve, I would recommend the Ubuntu Professional Course available from Ubuntu's own Training Team. Its half the price of the O.U Course and is extensive

Re: [ubuntu-uk] hard disk problem ?

2011-07-08 Thread john beddard
Many Thanks Alan, Platform standards are the key to the whole game. With the final decisions being made at the political level. Will keep up to date with U.K Government decision making.And join Open-Source Lobby. John -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com

Re: [ubuntu-uk] hard disk problem ?

2011-07-08 Thread john beddard
They are not the same but successful platforms derive from the adoption of standards : usually taking years and loads of committee meetings. A platform is like a bus. Get it into the bus station before the competition. Then leave no passengers behind. The saying' Its more difficult to be

[ubuntu-uk] hard disk problem ?

2011-07-07 Thread john beddard
Its come to the situation now that whenever we go to local business meetings. It is possible to identify the Windows 'wolf-pack' hovering in the back-ground, ready to get their teeth into us. LOL! I love these situations because I can see the potential for skilfully engaging with people.

Re: [ubuntu-uk] LoCo team reapproval workshop now on

2011-07-06 Thread john beddard
Hi Alan, Can't see how Public Pad works. I'm looking to start LoCos in Darlington and Middlesbrough during August, September. This could be added to New Teams. Promoting through posters and DVD distribution throughout both towns. In the same places I am also starting an Open-Source Club for

[ubuntu-uk] ubuntu in schools

2011-06-28 Thread john beddard
There was an interesting discussion about the promotion of Ubuntu to schools. I don't recall having seen the following case study presented. http://www.ubuntu.com/products/casestudies/Andalusia-deploys-22-Ubuntu-desktops-in-schools-throughout-the-region Could be wrong, maybe interesting.

Re: [ubuntu-uk] public services

2011-06-26 Thread john beddard
Yes Alan, Successful products/ developments today are customer inclusive. Including them at the LoCo level is a good idea. Although how skilfully this can be done requires some consideration. My experience is that local government (Councils) are desperate to discover and become a part of the

Re: [ubuntu-uk] public services

2011-06-26 Thread john beddard
and for events and a possible first LoCo Meet up. John On Sun, 2011-06-26 at 14:28 +0100, alan c wrote: On 26/06/11 10:34, john beddard wrote: My sense is that social enterprise would provide the most interested people. Since their approach is similar to that of the open-source community. Plus

[ubuntu-uk] What aren't we doing? What should we be doing?

2011-06-25 Thread john beddard
I've found some of the ideas brainstormed so far really useful. Also the promotional materials. In alignment with the brainstorming principles : no commitment, no judgement. I'd like to mention one that could be filed under the 'crazy' heading. With the main business and social trends currently

Re: [ubuntu-uk] What aren't we doing? What should we be doing?

2011-06-24 Thread john beddard
Start a Social Enterprise that supports Ubuntu LoCo set up and operation. Including support for promotional materials and partner training. Then make this a template for further Social Enterprise start ups. I will contact Teesside, Durham and Newcastle Unis about installfest idea. Although will

[ubuntu-uk] ubunchu

2011-06-12 Thread john beddard
I guess everyone is aware of the Ubunchu Manga comic for young people new to Ubuntu : https://seotch.wordpress.com/2009/04/04/ubunchu01/ The Michigan LoCo have been using this Manga to really good effect. John -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk

Re: [ubuntu-uk] What's in a name?

2011-06-11 Thread john beddard
These are valuable lessons that we need to take on board Tony. However we are dealing across an international community, where Ubuntu can have different meanings. Not forgetting that Microsoft Windows has very negative image across the world. To the point that most users had to begin using it,

Re: [ubuntu-uk] Example of difficulty to Convert MS users

2011-06-10 Thread john beddard
Hello Gazz,Sarah : I'm also interested in developing materials in the area of introducing Ubuntu, as a non-profit. So please keep me in the information loop. I would like to contribute. Microsoft have embedded themselves in the schools/ university networks. Spending a massive amount of resources

[ubuntu-uk] launchpad wiki

2011-06-09 Thread john beddard
I entered some material onto my Launchpad Wiki yesterday. Returned to the my Launchpad page today : the Wiki and heading is no longer there. Does anyone have any idea how to retrieve the Wiki ? Many Thanks, John -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com

[ubuntu-uk] wiki

2011-06-09 Thread john beddard
Thanks Alan, Will check it out. John -- ubuntu-uk@lists.ubuntu.com https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-uk https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UKTeam/

Re: [ubuntu-uk] launchpad wiki

2011-06-09 Thread john beddard
That's fantastic Alan ! Much Appreciated, John On Thu, 2011-06-09 at 21:44 +0100, Alan Bell wrote: On 09/06/11 20:30, john beddard wrote: I entered some material onto my Launchpad Wiki yesterday. Returned to the my Launchpad page today : the Wiki and heading is no longer there. Does

[ubuntu-uk] New Business

2011-05-28 Thread john beddard
I'm in a similar position. Sole Trader is good for keeping down paperwork. However in terms of business appearance many start-ups are looking at Limited Liability Partnership (LLP). Largely because it actually looks more official to potential customers, without adding too much in terms of