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Re: Red Hat controversy

by THE HAMMER

Josh, I am quite interested in hearing more, and had hoped that things got around to the Red Hat topic. Thanks for the links, I'll be checking them out. Ron ________________________________ From: Joshua Stone via WLUG <wlug(a)lists.wlug.org> Sent: Friday, July 21, 2023 8:24 AM To: Worcester Linux Users' Group General Discussion <wlug(a)lists.wlug.org> Cc: Joshua Stone <joshua.gage.stone(a)gmail.com> Subject: [WLUG] Red Hat controversy Hey everyone, I didn't talk about the Red Hat controversy at last night's meeting, namely the decision to stop publishing RHEL sources to git.centos.org<https://www.redhat.com/en/blog/furthering-evolution-centos-stream> and the implications this has on the various RHEL clones. If there's anyone still interested in hearing about the rationale behind this recent decision and the response that's created from clone makers, then I recommend listening to the following Linux Unplugged episodes: Caught Red-Hatted | LINUX Unplugged 517 (timestamp 00:08:39): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ra-mXDI-keo The Clone Grift Wars | LINUX Unplugged 519 (timestamp 00:06:02) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdYn_xlOma4 I hope that brings some much-needed context to the discussion. - Josh

July 21, 2023

Thoughts or experience with long range (350ft) wifi

by Bradley Noyes

Hello W-luggers — I have an out-building where I’d like to have wifi. The distance is about 350ft. There are some trees in the way, but not a thick forest. I’m curious to know if anyone here has recommendations on outdoor, long range wifi equipment. Perhaps something with a parabolic antenna or otherwise directional antenna. The following article (https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2021/08/point-to-point-wi-fi-bridging-betwe…) recommends some TP-Link wifi routers, which is likely the route I’ll try. Any one willing to share thoughts or experiences would helpful. Thanks! — brad

July 21, 2023

Awesome meeting last night!

by Tim Keller

Hey Gang, We had an amazing meeting last night, I'd like to thank Kevin from Technocopia for providing us the space, we will be back!! We had a number of random interlopers just show up and the discussion quickly pivoted from keyboards to linux drivers and the unix philosophy. The conversation then shifted to analog control devices and a guy named Rick gave us all a great education on analog process and control technologies. Then to cap things off, a maker named Matt showed up with an iMac and asked if we could help him get Linux Mint installed, in classic WLUG fashion we jumped at the opportunity and in no time flat we got him sorted out. It turns out that machine is slightly too old to run DeVinci Resolve, but I believe it'll be a great machine for him to get some basic linux knowledge. I believe we've found a new space to hold meetings, it's going to get interesting and weird! Later, Tim. -- I am leery of the allegiances of any politician who refers to their constituents as "consumers".

July 21, 2023

Red Hat controversy

by Joshua Stone

Hey everyone, I didn't talk about the Red Hat controversy at last night's meeting, namely the decision to stop publishing RHEL sources to git.centos.org <https://www.redhat.com/en/blog/furthering-evolution-centos-stream> and the implications this has on the various RHEL clones. If there's anyone still interested in hearing about the rationale behind this recent decision and the response that's created from clone makers, then I recommend listening to the following Linux Unplugged episodes: Caught Red-Hatted | LINUX Unplugged 517 (timestamp 00:08:39): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ra-mXDI-keo The Clone Grift Wars | LINUX Unplugged 519 (timestamp 00:06:02) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdYn_xlOma4 I hope that brings some much-needed context to the discussion. - Josh

July 21, 2023

Re: WLUG Meeting tonight: LOCATION CHANGE!!! WE ARE AT TECHNOPIA!! 7PM

by hammerron

I could not get thisemail until now, so will have to join via jitsi On July 20, 2023 5:17:32 PM EDT, Tim Keller via WLUG <wlug(a)lists.wlug.org> wrote: >Hey Gang! > >We are going to be at Technopia tonight at 7PM! >Address: 44 Portland St, Worcester, MA 01608 >Virtual Address: https://meet.jit.si/WlugMA > >Topic(s): Keyboards, RedHat not being cool, etc. > >As usual we'll be going out for dinner after the meeting (we'll figure it >out there) > >I don't know the food/drink policy at Technopia so I'll hold off on >bringing that stuff until I know better. > >See you there!!! > >Thanks, >Tim. > > >-- >I am leery of the allegiances of any politician who refers to their >constituents as "consumers".

July 20, 2023

Re: WLUG Meeting tonight: LOCATION CHANGE!!! WE ARE AT TECHNOPIA!! 7PM

by John Stoffel

>>>>> "Tim" == Tim Keller via WLUG <wlug(a)lists.wlug.org> writes: Just a note, parking can be a bit terrible down there. And DO NOT park in the lot across from the entrance to the printers building. They will tow. Park on the street and pay the $3 for an hour or so. Also, Technocopia is on floor 6, and you need to call up to get in from the front door. Which is on the left side as you face the building from the street. Right next to the art space on the ground floor. See you there! J > Hey Gang! > We are going to be at Technopia tonight at 7PM! > Address: 44 Portland St, Worcester, MA 01608 > Virtual Address: https://meet.jit.si/WlugMA > Topic(s): Keyboards, RedHat not being cool, etc. > As usual we'll be going out for dinner after the meeting (we'll figure it out there) > I don't know the food/drink policy at Technopia so I'll hold off on bringing that stuff until I > know better. > See you there!!! > Thanks, > Tim. > -- > I am leery of the allegiances of any politician who refers to their constituents as "consumers". > _______________________________________________ > WLUG mailing list -- wlug(a)lists.wlug.org > To unsubscribe send an email to wlug-leave(a)lists.wlug.org > Create Account: https://wlug.mailman3.com/accounts/signup/ > Change Settings: https://wlug.mailman3.com/postorius/lists/wlug.lists.wlug.org/ > Web Forum/Archive: https://wlug.mailman3.com/hyperkitty/list/wlug@lists.wlug.org/message/I2IZ4…

July 20, 2023

WLUG Meeting tonight: LOCATION CHANGE!!! WE ARE AT TECHNOPIA!! 7PM

by Tim Keller

Hey Gang! We are going to be at Technopia tonight at 7PM! Address: 44 Portland St, Worcester, MA 01608 Virtual Address: https://meet.jit.si/WlugMA Topic(s): Keyboards, RedHat not being cool, etc. As usual we'll be going out for dinner after the meeting (we'll figure it out there) I don't know the food/drink policy at Technopia so I'll hold off on bringing that stuff until I know better. See you there!!! Thanks, Tim. -- I am leery of the allegiances of any politician who refers to their constituents as "consumers".

July 20, 2023

Re: Where to hold meetings..

by John Stoffel

>>>>> "Tim" == Tim Keller via WLUG <wlug(a)lists.wlug.org> writes: News I hear is that we're meeting at Technocopia in Downtown owrcester tonight. 7pm I think? Tim, confirm! > I've reached out to Kevin, I'd like to have it at Technopia if possible. > Thanks, > Tim. > On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 11:37 AM Joshua Stone <joshua.gage.stone(a)gmail.com> wrote: > I will likely attend this meeting virtually because it doesn't sound like we've settled on a > physical location yet. > - Josh > On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 10:07 AM John Stoffel via WLUG <wlug(a)lists.wlug.org> wrote: > So what's the plan for tonight then? Are we meeting and if so where? >> We've long talked about Technopia as an option! That would be really fantastic! > _______________________________________________ > WLUG mailing list -- wlug(a)lists.wlug.org > To unsubscribe send an email to wlug-leave(a)lists.wlug.org > Create Account: https://wlug.mailman3.com/accounts/signup/ > Change Settings: https://wlug.mailman3.com/postorius/lists/wlug.lists.wlug.org/ > Web Forum/Archive: > https://wlug.mailman3.com/hyperkitty/list/wlug@lists.wlug.org/message/STDGX… > -- > I am leery of the allegiances of any politician who refers to their constituents as "consumers". > _______________________________________________ > WLUG mailing list -- wlug(a)lists.wlug.org > To unsubscribe send an email to wlug-leave(a)lists.wlug.org > Create Account: https://wlug.mailman3.com/accounts/signup/ > Change Settings: https://wlug.mailman3.com/postorius/lists/wlug.lists.wlug.org/ > Web Forum/Archive: https://wlug.mailman3.com/hyperkitty/list/wlug@lists.wlug.org/message/DVVF3…

July 20, 2023

Re: Where to hold meetings..

by Tim Keller

I've reached out to Kevin, I'd like to have it at Technopia if possible. Thanks, Tim. On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 11:37 AM Joshua Stone <joshua.gage.stone(a)gmail.com> wrote: > I will likely attend this meeting virtually because it doesn't sound like > we've settled on a physical location yet. > > - Josh > > On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 10:07 AM John Stoffel via WLUG < > wlug(a)lists.wlug.org> wrote: > >> >> So what's the plan for tonight then? Are we meeting and if so where? >> >> > We've long talked about Technopia as an option! That would be really >> fantastic! >> >> _______________________________________________ >> WLUG mailing list -- wlug(a)lists.wlug.org >> To unsubscribe send an email to wlug-leave(a)lists.wlug.org >> Create Account: https://wlug.mailman3.com/accounts/signup/ >> Change Settings: >> https://wlug.mailman3.com/postorius/lists/wlug.lists.wlug.org/ >> Web Forum/Archive: >> https://wlug.mailman3.com/hyperkitty/list/wlug@lists.wlug.org/message/STDGX… >> > -- I am leery of the allegiances of any politician who refers to their constituents as "consumers".

July 20, 2023

Re: Where to hold meetings..

by Joshua Stone

I will likely attend this meeting virtually because it doesn't sound like we've settled on a physical location yet. - Josh On Thu, Jul 20, 2023 at 10:07 AM John Stoffel via WLUG <wlug(a)lists.wlug.org> wrote: > > So what's the plan for tonight then? Are we meeting and if so where? > > > We've long talked about Technopia as an option! That would be really > fantastic! > > _______________________________________________ > WLUG mailing list -- wlug(a)lists.wlug.org > To unsubscribe send an email to wlug-leave(a)lists.wlug.org > Create Account: https://wlug.mailman3.com/accounts/signup/ > Change Settings: > https://wlug.mailman3.com/postorius/lists/wlug.lists.wlug.org/ > Web Forum/Archive: > https://wlug.mailman3.com/hyperkitty/list/wlug@lists.wlug.org/message/STDGX… >

July 20, 2023