If the requests are fairly regular, how about a periodic beginnner Linux
"class" at one of the libraries that covers just the very basic topics
of how to install a distro, set up a printer, connect to a network
(ethernet and modem), and how to do some basic things on a system
(probably KDE desktop - leave the command line out of it in this early
stage).
Most people have a fear of the unknown, and a short introduction type
class would probably be popular. I'm sure many people have heard of
Linux and are interested in trying it, but have never seen a Linux
desktop, and most of those who do take the step of coming to a SLUG
meeting are probably intimidated by talk of things they don't understand.
After the class, the list of missionaries who are willing to come to
their home or business to help if there is a problem could be passed out
along with a distro CD of whatever was demonstrated. I think that would
offer reassurance and probably a few linux converts from each class.
scott
Paul M Foster wrote:
>On Fri, Dec 06, 2002 at 03:29:13PM -0500, Paul M Foster wrote:
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>>Folks:
>>
>>I get fairly regular requests for people to come out to someone's home
>>or office and assist in installing, tweaking or teaching Linux. Are
>>there people here who are willing to do that sort of thing? I always
>>refer people to the SLUG list, but it would be nice if I had a list of
>>people who were willing to do this type of thing. Of course, I'd expect
>>you to get paid; otherwise, the requester wants free support, and that's
>>what the lists are for. If you're interested in doing this kind of
>>thing, it doesn't matter what area of Tampa Bay you live in-- obviously,
>>you would go as far or as close as you want to.
>>
>>Anyway, if you're interested, let me know. Let me know what you'd charge
>>and how far afield you're willing to go. This might be worth putting a
>>page up, if the response is decent enough.
>>
>>Paul
>>
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