At TCF... It would be nice to have a network demo and maybe show etherape. It would be nice to allow people to register or join online or get people on an email list right at the table at TCF. It would be nice to have a live internet connection. It would be nice to support speakers who come from our group with equipment setup and demos for their talk. However...
One thing that concerns me, as I think of bringing my equipment, is the safety and security of the equipment. It's easy for laptops and things to walk away if they are unattended in an environment like that. Personally, I'd be reluctant to bring a box of my own and would want to assure that it won't be left alone. I'd be more likely to bring a laptop that was only used when I was there personally and then carry it around with me while I was cruising the show (that may be my best solution). And then what about my hub and whatever else? That brings up the issue of volunteer coverage and schedules and committments and sufficient numbers of people present so a table sitter can take a trip to the head or get some food and not ever leave the table unattended. Volunteers and scheduling and committments may be basic to whether we should even consider using any equipment or providing demos of what Linux can do or anything showy or fancy. Any comments on this? Wayne
