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clarification, raid
by Simeon MacMillen Aug. 26, 2008

Aug. 26, 2008

On Tue, Aug 26, 2008 at 12:43 PM, Doug Mildram <dmildram(a)gmail.com> wrote: > for safety how bout a 3rd disk > OR box on your network to ftp/push a "dump" or "tar" file to? Are you suggesting that I don't use Raid at all or that I just back up my stuff before I start? > > stated otherwise, how much data to copy (vs what size older disks do > you have in the near-junk-pile?) I have more data on the 500 Gb drive than I have space on my spare 80 Gb drive...so it sounds like backing up is not an option (unless you have another idea). I might add that the drives have about 7 partitions each. Would it be possible to set up raid one partition at a time, backing up each partition b/f setup? Simeon > (I know: the fun answer is the one that's the coolest. Who doesnt > cross their fingers doing a "resize2fs"?) > > I'm home studying UNIX/rh/lvm/etc anyways so if you wanna call, I'd > probably enjoy helping/talking. > > -doug 508 847 8926 >

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OPENING - Linux kernel build role (mid to Sr level)
by John Spencer Aug. 26, 2008

Aug. 26, 2008

Our client in MA has an opening for a Mid to Sr level Linux kernel engineer. This is a 12+ mth contract. Linux Kernel Build Engineer Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations; Mid/Senior level software developer responsible for some user mode device drivers but mostly Linux kernel builds, configurations, and customizations. Candidate is expected to have some experience of design and implementation of Linux device-drivers and or system utilities and have worked in a fast paced environment Specifics: - 5+ years experience with C, C++ or assembly-language programming for Linux. * 2+ years experience designing, developing and implementing Linux and/or Unix device drivers. - Willing to do debug and code optimization, boot sequencing, linking, initial down loader, and performance tuning type work - The candidate must be adaptable, flexible and willing to take on new challenges. - The candidate must be a team player, and must be able to work with multiple engineering and cross-functional teams. Additional Desirable Skills - Working with Broadcom and MIPS based processors/targets * Experienced with hardware features such as CPU/memory architectures, DMA engines, Boot loaders, I2C, PCI, Ethernet, USB, IEEE-1394, RS-232, etc. Regards, Optimal Engineering Partners Inc. is now Symphony Services! John Spencer Office: 978-256-1113 ext 7608 Fax: 978-256-1184 jspencer(a)symphonysv.com <mailto:risaac@symphonysv.com> Symphony Services 1 Technology Park Drive Westford , MA 01886 www.symphonysv.com <blocked::file:///C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\hripley-boyd\Application %20Data\Microsoft\Signatures\www.symphonysv.com> This electronic transmission (and any attached documents) contains information from Symphony Services and is for the sole use of the individual or entity it is addressed to. If you receive this message in error, please notify me and destroy the attached message (and all attached documents) immediately.

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I'm running late this evening.....
by Andy Stewart Aug. 21, 2008

Aug. 21, 2008

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 ...so if I'm not there right at 7:00 PM, please start without me. I should be there by 7:10 PM at the latest, traffic permitting. Thanks, and my apologies, Andy - -- Andy Stewart, Founder Worcester Linux Users' Group (http://www.wlug.org) Chelmsford Linux Meetup Group (http://linux.meetup.com/393) Amateur Radio: KB1OIQ -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.4.2 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with SUSE - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFIreoMHl0iXDssISsRApv8AJ4w2BZvh//ODIBZGtwyq1B+mSsD+ACcD6DX lp0vCxqmXKNTryin+zFly2I= =q8DI -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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[Fwd: Software Development Best Practices 2008 in Boston!]
by Andy Stewart Aug. 20, 2008

Aug. 20, 2008

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 - -- Andy Stewart, Founder Worcester Linux Users' Group (http://www.wlug.org) Chelmsford Linux Meetup Group (http://linux.meetup.com/393) Amateur Radio: KB1OIQ -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.4.2 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with SUSE - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFIrJRvHl0iXDssISsRAmncAJ4zbwQMJRWATQa72DdJnK5oo6t6AwCcCI5F pflWDqZGMM24RIfhxNSYeSQ= =RuEE -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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REMINDER: Meeting Thurs, Aug 21st, 7:00 PM
by Andy Stewart Aug. 16, 2008

Aug. 16, 2008

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 Hi Everybody, At this WLUG meeting, our guest speaker will be Liz Johnson, friend of long time WLUG member Greg Avedissian. The topic for this meeting will be an introduction to GIMP, the GNU Image Manipulation Program. Here are some words about the talk from Liz: ===== A paint and image editing program, GIMP is Linux's software alternative to Adobe Photoshop. Learn basic methods of working on images such as jpeg, bitmap, tiff. GIMP can import PDF documents and the Raw image formats used by many digital cameras. Restore old photos, color-corrrect, resize, crop, correct exposure, redeye, flash. Use special effects such as emboss, sharpen, smooth. color enhance, transparency, sparkle, or softglow. Create your own desktop images, icons, and logos. GIMP can help you lose 15 pounds overnight, or make you look like everyone's favorite movie star. It's open source, 100% natural, non-toxic, and free. ===== The website will be updated shortly. See ya there! Andy - -- Andy Stewart, Founder Worcester Linux Users' Group (http://www.wlug.org) Chelmsford Linux Meetup Group (http://linux.meetup.com/393) Amateur Radio: KB1OIQ -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.4.2 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with SUSE - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFIpvXJHl0iXDssISsRAnaYAJ4rvcKJz9ZOBmiPAsxeAPP1VC3CxwCfdKe8 Se7xH5gy14+UZHc+kxA6KXI= =wUrH -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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Re: [Wlug] Accessing Host Names
by Mike Leo Aug. 12, 2008

Aug. 12, 2008

oops! thanks for the correction ----- Original Message ---- From: Eric Martin <freak4uxxx(a)gmail.com> To: Worcester Linux Users Group <wlug(a)mail.wlug.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 12, 2008 8:23:14 AM Subject: Re: [Wlug] Accessing Host Names Mike Leo wrote: > if you add the raw IP and host name to /etc/resolv.conf (or on windows c:\windows\system32\etc\hosts) you can then access via names > > > > ----- Original Message ---- > From: "kstratton(a)fastmail.us" <kstratton(a)fastmail.us> > To: Worcester Linux Users Group <wlug(a)mail.wlug.org>; Worcester Linux Users Group <wlug(a)mail.wlug.org> > Sent: Tuesday, August 12, 2008 7:56:04 AM > Subject: [Wlug] Accessing Host Names > > I am trying to access the use SSH using host names instead of using the > raw IP address. I am currently using DCHP to connect to an inexpensive > Linksys router and I can see the host names and their IP address when I > view the connections list. > > If the machine name (ie CLYDE) is not the host name, please correct me. > > Is there some way to extract this information? If so, how? > Do I need to run bind to be able to use the host names in place of IP > addresses? > > Any help would be appreciated. > /etc/resolv.conf is the ips of your name servers. You want to add info to /etc/hosts basically add something like 192.168.0.100 my-ssh-server <other name for it if you want> -- Eric Martin Key fingerprint = D1C4 086E DBB5 C18E 6FDA B215 6A25 7174 A941 3B9F

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AIX 5.3 Question
by vze284qe＠verizon.net Aug. 12, 2008

Aug. 12, 2008

Hello, At work, I have an RS6000 running AIX 5.3. The on-board NIC controller failed. I installed a dual-port Intel Pro 10/100/1000 NIC card. When I start the server, the Intel card isn't recognized. SMIT doesn't see it either. What do I have to do in SMIT so that I can use the card? Thanks, -- -Chuck

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Re: [Wlug] Accessing Host Names
by Mike Leo Aug. 12, 2008

Aug. 12, 2008

if you add the raw IP and host name to /etc/resolv.conf (or on windows c:\windows\system32\etc\hosts) you can then access via names ----- Original Message ---- From: "kstratton(a)fastmail.us" <kstratton(a)fastmail.us> To: Worcester Linux Users Group <wlug(a)mail.wlug.org>; Worcester Linux Users Group <wlug(a)mail.wlug.org> Sent: Tuesday, August 12, 2008 7:56:04 AM Subject: [Wlug] Accessing Host Names I am trying to access the use SSH using host names instead of using the raw IP address. I am currently using DCHP to connect to an inexpensive Linksys router and I can see the host names and their IP address when I view the connections list. If the machine name (ie CLYDE) is not the host name, please correct me. Is there some way to extract this information? If so, how? Do I need to run bind to be able to use the host names in place of IP addresses? Any help would be appreciated. -- kstratton(a)fastmail.us _______________________________________________ Wlug mailing list Wlug(a)mail.wlug.org http://mail.wlug.org/mailman/listinfo/wlug

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OPENING - Linux Drivers Engineer in Burlington, MA
by John Spencer Aug. 11, 2008

Aug. 11, 2008

Our client in MA has an opening for a Mid to Sr level Linux Drivers engineer. This is a 6+ mth contract. Mid to senior level Linux Systems Engineer to perform Linux driver modification and integration in C. Will be integrating various types of drivers. Must have experience doing complex tasks including Ethernet and character driver skills. Regards, Optimal Engineering Partners Inc. is now Symphony Services! John Spencer Office: 978-256-1113 ext 7608 Fax: 978-256-1184 jspencer(a)symphonysv.com <mailto:risaac@symphonysv.com> Symphony Services 1 Technology Park Drive Westford , MA 01886 www.symphonysv.com <blocked::file:///C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\hripley-boyd\Application %20Data\Microsoft\Signatures\www.symphonysv.com> This electronic transmission (and any attached documents) contains information from Symphony Services and is for the sole use of the individual or entity it is addressed to. If you receive this message in error, please notify me and destroy the attached message (and all attached documents) immediately.

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Reminder: Upcoming Meeting is the BBQ
by Andy Stewart July 15, 2008

July 15, 2008

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 HI gang, This month, we will not have the standard WLUG meeting. We will, instead, have our annual BBQ at Eric Martin's home in Worcester. Many thanks to Eric and his wife for allowing us to trash, er, visit his home for this occasion! Remember, DON'T go to the normal meeting place - go to Eric's house. Last year, at least one person went to WPI and waited for everybody...please don't do that...you'll be lonely. :-) The date of the BBQ is: Thursday, July 17th, 2008 Time: 6:00 PM (confirming with Eric) Address: 33 W. Lansing Ave, Worcester, MA 01605 Look for a giant tux next to a tree in the yard Directions, as supplied by Eric (thanks!): - From WPI: Get on Salisbury St, at the fork of Salisbury and Forest take the Right fork for Forest At the light You'll be at Ford's Hometown Services with the Pest of the Month. This is Grove / Forest Take the left fork for Grove and Lansing is the 3rd Street on your right, about 1mi from the corner of Grove and Forest. I'm the 3rd house on the left. - From 290 you can either get off at 17 and go surface roads or get off on 190. - From 190, take Exit 1 onto West Boylston St. Take a Right at Starbucks onto Grove St Bear right at the Corner of Grove / Forest (there is an extermination place called Ford's Hometown Services w/ the pest of the month here) Get in the left lane and Lansing is 1mi up on the Left See ya there! Andy - -- Andy Stewart, Founder Worcester Linux Users' Group (http://www.wlug.org) Chelmsford Linux Meetup Group (http://linux.meetup.com/393) Amateur Radio: KB1OIQ -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.4.2 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with SUSE - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFIe9KVHl0iXDssISsRAmDSAJ9ix3zESpuZrhhPJHYvtc+3jIUGiQCeKg+i n7VhQwoEljHIMKd5ozNOuSY= =USQO -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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Re: [Wlug] donations
by Mike Leo July 11, 2008

July 11, 2008

the request came to me via a friend: Hello hello, I'm looking for working PCs that are no longer needed by their owners. We have many students that could benefit from the hands on learning that can only be made available through private donations. As one of three instructors here at the Shriver Job Corps Center , I would personally see to all systems being cleaned of private information by wiping all internal hard drives using DOD, (Department Of Defense), Standards. Each operating PC would then be entered into our training program for our students as a break/fix computer. If you know of anyone who may be interested in participating for the sake of our students, please pass along this note. Although all donations will be greatly appreciated it would not be a tax write-off but you will be able to sleep better knowing that you have helped aspiring technicians learn a trade and become active working participants in this great country of ours. Anyone having questions, please don't hesitate to call or email me. I hope you are having a great summer. Thank You, Ted Ted E. DeSalvatore Computer Technical Trainer ----- Original Message ---- From: David Glaser <dglaser(a)glaserresearch.net> To: Worcester Linux Users Group <wlug(a)mail.wlug.org> Sent: Wednesday, July 2, 2008 4:59:54 PM Subject: Re: [Wlug] donations Mike, Just from a cursory look at the website, I did not see a section on donations. -David Mike Leo wrote: > I have a friend looking for donations of old equipment to help out > http://shriver.jobcorps.gov/, a "no-cost education and vocational > training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that > helps young people ages 16 through 24" at Devens, MA. > > If anyone has any qualifying equipment, let me know and we will see > about arrangements. > > Thanks much, > Mike > ------------------------------------------------------------------------ > > _______________________________________________ > Wlug mailing list > Wlug(a)mail.wlug.org > http://mail.wlug.org/mailman/listinfo/wlug > _______________________________________________ Wlug mailing list Wlug(a)mail.wlug.org http://mail.wlug.org/mailman/listinfo/wlug

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donations
by Mike Leo July 2, 2008

July 2, 2008

I have a friend looking for donations of old equipment to help out http://shriver.jobcorps.gov/, a "no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps young people ages 16 through 24" at Devens, MA. If anyone has any qualifying equipment, let me know and we will see about arrangements. Thanks much, Mike

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Consulting & training
by Info Center July 1, 2008

July 1, 2008

Anyone know of firm or individual who might be interested in occasional support, training for small office using Ubuntu linux desktops and server located at Bristol CT? Info Center 860.585.0419

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KDE died on me
by vze284qe＠verizon.net June 21, 2008

June 21, 2008

Hello, KDE 3.5.9 died on me. I installed some updates via the adept updater and after rebooting, I get dropped into run-level 3 (which I actually prefer). When I type startkde, which is in /usr/bin, I get the following errors: Xsetroot : unable to open display '' Xset : unable to open display "" Xsetroot : unable to open display '' Startkde : Starting up. . . Startkde : Running kpersonalizer. . . Kwin : X server can not connect to Kpersonalizer can not connect to X server : Kpersonalizer can not connect to X server : Kpersonalizer can not connect to X server : If I type startx instead, the gnome window manager starts up fine. Any ideas??? I really prefer KDE. Thanks, -- -Chuck

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Staples Hiring
by Carey, Joseph June 19, 2008

June 19, 2008

Good Afternoon, Staples Home Office in Framingham is looking to bring on a Linux Admin. This is a Full Time permanent opportunity to work within the 650 IT/IS employees that work here. We are looking for someone that has 5-7 years experience as a systems admin. 3-5 years experience with Red Hat or SuSE Linux One or more of the following certifications preferred: RHCE, RHCT Understanding of project management methodologies. If you are interested, please get back to me with a copy of your resume and we can discuss in greater detail. Regards, Joe Carey Corporate Recruiter STAPLES HOME OFFICE Joseph.Carey(a)staples.com phone (508)253-2952 View our jobs @ www.staples.com/jobs

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Job opening in San Diego
by Mike Leo June 19, 2008

June 19, 2008

FYI: We have a job opening for a Unix Sys Admin in San Mateo California if anyone is interested. Please contact me off-list at mleo963(a)yahoo.com for further information. thanks

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REMINDER: Meeting Tonight 7:00 PM
by Andy Stewart June 19, 2008

June 19, 2008

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 HI gang, Our monthly WLUG meeting is TONIGHT, Thursday, June 19th, 2008, at 7:00 PM. Our guest speaker will be WLUG member Frank Sweetser, who will be talking about GEGL, the Generic Graphics Library (http://gegl.org) I will bring a couple of books for the raffle: Running Xen, Prentice Hall 2008 Refactoring HTML, Addison-Wesley 2008 Afterwards, we'll go out for some food and fun! Please also note that our WLUG BBQ is coming up in July! The current date is Thursday, July 17th. We'll talk more about this during the June meeting. See ya there! Andy - -- Andy Stewart, Founder Worcester Linux Users' Group (http://www.wlug.org) Chelmsford Linux Meetup Group (http://linux.meetup.com/393) Amateur Radio: KB1OIQ -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.4.2 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with SUSE - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFIWlQgHl0iXDssISsRAgplAJ0VgDA4+QJOzJ85OS4OD2NAMv+nqQCdH7/c H0E/RxaaRREsfAh9imtphXw= =OmuK -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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FYI: Linux Admin / Contract 3-5 months / Framingham, MA
by Israel Ellner June 18, 2008

June 18, 2008

My Name is Israel Ellner I am a Technical Recruiter with JVT Advisors. This new contract just came in. If there are circumstances in which you would consider job change now or in the future. Opportunities that you would like to explore based on location, technology or career growth. I recommend we spend a few minutes on the phone so I can ask you questions about your interests and match you responses with any suitable opportunities that meet your time table and expectations. I keep office hours Monday and Wednesday evening until 7:30 pm. You may send me your resume in confidence and contact me via e-mail or phone to set up a time to speak. Feel free to review my profile on linkedin. If you know of anyone who may benefit from consulting with me about resume preparation, compensation and benefit analysis, interview techniques or industry trends please feel free to pass my information forward. Job Order: IJE7355 Job Title: UNIX Administrator (Linux) Location: Framingham, MA Position Type: Contract 3 months + could go longer Rate: Open (Market) Contact Israel Ellner e-mail israel(a)jvtadvisors.com phone 978-557-7140 Responsibilities: * Operating system and hardware support for Linux servers / clustering. * Server performance, performs back-ups and restores Disaster Recovery, problem tracking. * Investigate / solve problems / escalates serious issues. * Manages hardware / support calls to vendors. * Implementation of hardware / software. * Assists technical, development / end-user if needed, * Assists security, scheduling, / compliance. * Documents procedures / policies. * Senior level experience with Suse / Redhat. * Current experience in a Systems environment, including analysis, design, implementation, security, back-up/restore and support of UNIX Operating Systems. * Strong partitioning & virtualization, software and hardware upgrade, Sarbanes-Oxley and Audit compliance, Disaster Recovery, and remote access configuration. The following technical skills are a plus: AIX, HP-UX, Windows XP, DB2, UDB, Networking, Websphere, Apache, VMware, C++, NIM, LDAP, Disk/Storage Management (ESS, HP, EMC, other), HACMP, MQseries, Candle Omegamon, Oracle and Tivoli Monitoring. Contact Israel Ellner e-mail israel(a)jvtadvisors.com phone 978-557-7140 Click to view my Current <http://www.4uisearch.blogspot.com/> Opportunities Sincerely, Israel Ellner, Senior Consultant JVT ADVISORS 35 New England Business Center Andover MA 01810 Main (978) 683-4555 Direct (978) 557 - 7140 Fax (978) - 681- 4569 <mailto:israel@jvtadvisors.com> israel(a)jvtadvisors.com www.jvtadvisors.com <http://www.jvtadvisors.com/> http://www.linkedin.com/in/israelellner

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inconsistent results with du and multiple arguments
by Brett Russ June 18, 2008

June 18, 2008

Can anyone explain why du (which advertises the ability to evaluate N file/dir arguments) seems to only be accurate for the first provided argument? See the following: brett@spider:/> sudo du -smxc tmp 60 tmp 60 total brett@spider:/> sudo du -smxc tmp bin 60 tmp 1 bin 60 total brett@spider:/> sudo du -smxc bin 9 bin 9 total brett@spider:/> sudo du -smxc bin tmp 9 bin 1 tmp 9 total

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JOB OPENING - Perm SW Engineer Linux Drivers
by John Spencer June 17, 2008

June 17, 2008

Our client in northern, MA is seeking a Software Engineer who can work with limited supervision and is responsible for the development, testing, documentation, and analysis of software applications, and network products. Current assignment involved in the design and development of applications for a networking monitoring product. Will focus on designing device drivers in C on Linux from scratch. KEY: Our client is looking for a Senior level SW Developer to write device drivers from scratch using "C" in a Linux environment. Networking experience with IP Protocols ( Ethernet). Essential Job Responsibilities: -Analyze requirements, design, develop, document, test, implement and support modules -Analyze complex issues and develop and deploy appropriate solutions using judgment within defined practices and procedures -Write code, complete programming, develop and execute testing and debugging routines, and documenting work and results -Contacts are intra-organizational and may include external customer contacts Requirements: Key Requirements: -At least two years writing general low-level code such as Drivers/Diagnostics and Linux Kernel/Driver experience. -In-depth Linux experience is required -Network/protocol experience will be a huge plus -Solid C programming and analytical skills -Excellent inter-personal communication skills -Minimum level of education: BS in CS, EE or equivalent Regards, Optimal Engineering Partners Inc. is now Symphony Services! John Spencer Office: 978-256-1113 ext 7608 Fax: 978-256-1184 jspencer(a)symphonysv.com Symphony Services 1 Technology Park Drive Westford , MA 01886 www.symphonysv.com <blocked::file:///C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\hripley-boyd\Application %20Data\Microsoft\Signatures\www.symphonysv.com> This electronic transmission (and any attached documents) contains information from Symphony Services and is for the sole use of the individual or entity it is addressed to. If you receive this message in error, please notify me and destroy the attached message (and all attached documents) immediately.

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REMINDER: Meeting NEXT week
by Andy Stewart June 11, 2008

June 11, 2008

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 HI gang, This is an early reminder about our upcoming WLUG meeting on Thursday, June 19th, 2008. Our guest speaker will be our very own Frank Sweetser, who will be talking about GEGL, the Generic Graphics Library (http://gegl.org) I will bring a couple of books for the raffle: Running Xen, Prentice Hall 2008 Refactoring HTML, Addison-Wesley 2008 Afterwards, we'll go out for some food and fun! Please also note that our WLUG BBQ is coming up in July! The current date is Thursday, July 17th. We'll talk more about this during the June meeting. See ya there! Andy - -- Andy Stewart, Founder Worcester Linux Users' Group (http://www.wlug.org) Chelmsford Linux Meetup Group (http://linux.meetup.com/393) Amateur Radio: KB1OIQ -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.4.2 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with SUSE - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFITyDKHl0iXDssISsRAv9zAKCEg/YHCXGbcB+tcsJp3dEgvS5/KgCcCzh4 vh7L2YpoZuKkU5M6gGqF2oA= =wpGA -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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JOBS: Sr. Linux IT Administrator
by Eric Martin June 7, 2008

June 7, 2008

This is a contract consulting position for a Sr. Linux IT Administrator. The position will be responsible for an analysis, implementation, and maintenance recommendations of Walchem’s data security and integrity needs. Systems for data security and integrity: Initial analysis of Walchem’s backup and security needs for existing Linux servers and tape library. (including written recommendations) Upon successful review of recommendations, implement backup and security scheme Supply written recommendations for proactive ongoing maintenance. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND REQUIRED COMPETENCIES Fundamental knowledge of Linux Servers (Currently using Ubuntu 6.06 with a 2.6.15 kernel) Demonstrated experience with the setup and administration of Linux backup system(s) (tape with library) Demonstrated experience with Linux security administration Knowledge of Apache (currently using 2.0.55) Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Knowledge of MySQL, Bugzilla, and Subversion a plus Possibility for ongoing scheduled proactive maintenance contract according to agreed upon schedule: Reviewing error logs Reviewing security updates and applying as necessary Verifying statuses of all critical services Verifying backup system is working Provide written report on activities including any recommendations for changes to the systems Please send all resumes to Nate Martin at NMartin(a)walchem.com -- Eric Martin Key fingerprint = D1C4 086E DBB5 C18E 6FDA B215 6A25 7174 A941 3B9F

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JOB opening - Linux kernel/AMD Chipset experience
by John Spencer June 3, 2008

June 3, 2008

Our client in RI has a 5+ mth contract opening for a Linux kernel consultant with AMD/ATI chipset experience. Details as follows: The candidate should posses following skills: The consultant (5+ mth contract in RI) will be assisting the core development team in targeting the Linux Operating System for our client's next generation POS terminal. This development project requires a highly skilled individual. The consultant will also assist in the device driver development and integration for the video graphics sub-system on the POS terminal. The majority of the work must be done on-site. Expertise in the AMD Chipset technologies and targeting the Linux OS to AMD Processors REQUIRED! High level of Expertise in the targeting of a 2.6 Linux Kernel to an AMD/ATI chip set combination. C skills required, Java is a plus, video drivers, embedded targeting. Of the 2 skill sets, C is the more important but having a good understanding of Java Virtual Machines would be helpful. Embedded Linux OS experience Experience with Open Source Development tools such as GNU Compilers and CVS. Graphics Device Driver Development Regards, Optimal Engineering Partners Inc. is now Symphony Services! John Spencer Office: 978-256-1113 ext 7608 Fax: 978-256-1184 jspencer(a)symphonysv.com Symphony Services 1 Technology Park Drive Westford , MA 01886 www.symphonysv.com <blocked::file:///C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\hripley-boyd\Application %20Data\Microsoft\Signatures\www.symphonysv.com>

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JOB opening - Sr Embedded Linux/Linux kernel - 6+ mth contract
by John Spencer May 29, 2008

May 29, 2008

Our client in northern MA has a 6+ mth contract opening for a Sr Embedded Linux/Linux kernel engineer. Details as follows: The candidate should posses following skills: - Good understanding of Linux kernel and Real Time OS environment including installation, configuration, tools, utilities, debugging tools such as Code Warrior, WindRiver debugging tools. - Deep Understanding & Knowledge of embedded Linux 2.6 kernel a must. - Experience with U-boot, Linux device drivers, NAND Flash, Flash File System, File System Wear Leveling, and Designing & Implementing System Frameworks applications. - Must possess strong debugging and analytical skills. - Expertise with system level programming. Experience with C/C++. - Should be familiar with fine tuning Linux WindRiver Performance, Characterization & Optimizations including Kernel/User Space Latencies, Memory & Process Management. - Ability to work with others to get the problems solved. - Good Team Player, Independent worker and should posses good Communication Skills. Regards, Optimal Engineering Partners Inc. is now Symphony Services! John Spencer Office: 978-256-1113 ext 7608 Fax: 978-256-1184 jspencer(a)symphonysv.com Symphony Services 1 Technology Park Drive Westford , MA 01886 www.symphonysv.com <blocked::file:///C:\Documents%20and%20Settings\hripley-boyd\Application %20Data\Microsoft\Signatures\www.symphonysv.com>

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Reminder: Meeting Wednesday 21-may-2008
by Andy Stewart May 21, 2008

May 21, 2008

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 Hi Everybody, We have a WLUG meeting scheduled for Wednesday, 21-may-2008, at 7:00 PM in the Access Grid room on the WPI campus in Worcester, MA USA. I can't update the website...it is currently unreachable. This will be a "Birds of a Feather" meeting where any and all topics related to Linux will be fair game. If anybody has one of those Asus Eee PCs running Linux, bring it along (so I can raffle it). ;-) We should also start planning for our summer BBQ. If anybody would like to host the BBQ, please let us know. Naturally, we'll go out for food after the meeting. See ya there! Andy - -- Andy Stewart, Founder Worcester Linux Users' Group (http://www.wlug.org) Chelmsford Linux Meetup Group (http://linux.meetup.com/393) Amateur Radio: KB1OIQ -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.4.2 (GNU/Linux) Comment: Using GnuPG with SUSE - http://enigmail.mozdev.org iD8DBQFIM5NTHl0iXDssISsRAix1AJoDTSEeR6V4/9HFt+a7PRiApkU/fgCfVhIY hFcDwRvajBPGNmCr7S67FmM= =tTZY -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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