[QCLUG] Linux VS MS

[Jim Hall]

> Because I was there, I stopped at the Blue Grass Library today. They 
> have two computers. Used mostly for online research and Word Processing. 
> They are part of the Scott County system. I will call them Monday and 
> ask if there is a need for a computer and report back the answer.
> 
> Jim
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Called the Director of the Scott County system today. His response was 
that Blue Grass Library could use a third computer. Kids play browser 
based online games so adults can't use one or both computers. A third 
machine "for kids" would be great.

He has no problem with Linux IF:
1)  the computer is powerful enough to play whatever the kids want to play
2)  native Linux games installed on the HD are OK (they must approve)
3)  their current IT people do not have to support it
4)  remote access for most/some support is OK
5)  we must promise to provide the support, any needed training and any 
needed documentation (details to be discussed)
6)  we install firewall, antivirus, hardening, kid web site nanny, don't 
allow anyone to change anything (sort of like a kiosk)
7)  once their IT people get Windoze printer sharing up and running we 
connect to the printer
8)  they provide the furniture, we provide a complete system

The ISP is Mediacom, the connection is low/no security wireless.


Is this agreeable to the group?

Jim