Hi SLUG list members , As you know we are running an online Linux/Oss Mazagine (http://www.linmagau.org) and I am looking to find a way for more members of various LUGS around the country to contribute :)
We would like to start a "Tips and Tricks" section in each edition. We have run some before, in previous editions and they were well received, however we would like to try to make this an ongoing "section" which is linked back/connected to various LUGS throughout the country. What we would like to ask of all LUG members is to have a go at writing just a small page or two about some facet of Linux they think would be helpful for new folks coming into the Linux Community. It doesnt need to be a big or huge HOWTO, just basic stuff like how to start X-Windows, suggestions on how to shut down etc.. I found a sort of "starter page" here http://homepage.powerup.com.au/~squadron/ And this is exactly the kind of thing I mean.. just a very easy todo for new people stuck at the prompt for the first time :) I emailled squadron, but so far no reply, perhaps the pages are out of date and he/she is no longer answering that mail box? I am guessing that many LUGs already have some kind of library reference for their members, so perhaps it is just a case of gathering info already written ? I think this would be a great way to give new linux users a quick "leg up" so to speak, and of course, with articles linked back to your LUG, and the calendar on the LinMagAu pages, showing your meeting dates and web pages, this means these new folks will find out about your LUG, mybe join up and perhaps one day add to the tips section as well. Also on the note of New folks, if you are a new person to Linux and would liketo contribute do so.. don't be put off "in case" you might get it wrong.. this is how everyone learns in OSS :) We can happily co-ordinate a space on the site (probably the forums) where you can post your drafts and others can assist in getting it "right".. if there is such a thing in the Linux world .) Usually there are many "right" ways :) If you are unsure, we also have people around who can assist with helping you draft docs, so just email me back directly and we will sort out how to help :) Co-ordination of this effort is a little tricky as we don't want folks to duplicate each others efforts, so to that end I have created a new forum in the mag, where you can just write a line saying "I will do $whatever".. and other folks can check there before getting started. You dont have to be a member of the site to post to the forums, however if you post as guest, please leave some indication of how we can contact you, or email me direct. Your suggestions are always welcome, so please mail back to me if you have any questions, flames or even words of praise :) This magazine is about getting the word out about LUGS, other associated OSS groups and organisations, and the folks who are involved with Linux/OSS so please feel free to forward this mail to others you think may be interested :) Thanks Kimberly Shelt -- http://www.linmagau.org -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group - http://slug.org.au/ More Info: http://lists.slug.org.au/listinfo/slug
