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'''We maintain one Ubuntu Workstation, one Ubuntu laptop,''' three Windows 10 Design Workstations, other Windows computers in most of our work areas, and multiple printers for all our members to use without any additional required training (Level 1). | '''We maintain one Ubuntu Workstation, one Ubuntu laptop,''' three Windows 10 Design Workstations, other Windows computers in most of our work areas, and multiple printers for all our members to use without any additional required training (Level 1). | ||
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[[File:Ubuntu workstation.jpg|alt=Ubuntu workstation|thumb|300x300px|'''Ubuntu workstation<br>(03/15/22)''']] | [[File:Ubuntu workstation.jpg|alt=Ubuntu workstation|thumb|300x300px|'''Ubuntu workstation<br>(03/15/22)''']] | ||
| − | == Classes == | + | == Classes== |
| − | : Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | + | :Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] |
| − | ==Training — PPM Trainer(s) needed== | + | ==Training — PPM Trainer(s) needed == |
Links to external sites: | Links to external sites: | ||
:[https://cheatography.com/tag/ubuntu/ '''44 Ubuntu Cheat Sheets'''] — Cheatography.com | :[https://cheatography.com/tag/ubuntu/ '''44 Ubuntu Cheat Sheets'''] — Cheatography.com | ||
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===[[Wish List#Ubuntu|Wish List]]=== | ===[[Wish List#Ubuntu|Wish List]]=== | ||
| − | : Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make. | + | :Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make. |
==System Software== | ==System Software== | ||
:[https://pimylifeup.com/check-ubuntu-version/ '''How to Check your Ubuntu Version'''] | :[https://pimylifeup.com/check-ubuntu-version/ '''How to Check your Ubuntu Version'''] | ||
| − | ==Application Software == | + | ==Application Software== |
Links to external sites: | Links to external sites: | ||
:[https://inkscape.org/ '''Inkscape'''] — vector graphics editor | :[https://inkscape.org/ '''Inkscape'''] — vector graphics editor | ||
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:'''[[Visual Studio Code Tips]]''' | :'''[[Visual Studio Code Tips]]''' | ||
| − | == Curated Links == | + | ==Curated Links== |
Links to member-recommended external sites: | Links to member-recommended external sites: | ||
:'''[https://www.speedtest.net speedtest.net]''' — test performance of Internet connection | :'''[https://www.speedtest.net speedtest.net]''' — test performance of Internet connection | ||
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:[https://ubuntu.com/tutorials#community '''ubuntu Community'''] | :[https://ubuntu.com/tutorials#community '''ubuntu Community'''] | ||
| − | ==Other Fun Stuff == | + | ==Other Fun Stuff== |
Links to external sites: | Links to external sites: | ||
:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZdrjATI8BA '''A Quick History of Ubuntu'''] | :[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZdrjATI8BA '''A Quick History of Ubuntu'''] | ||
Revision as of 19:49, 24 July 2023
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, software, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.
What Is Ubuntu? Ubuntu is a popular free and open-source Linux-based computer operating system. It is often installed on older computers, or computers with few resources, to extend their useful life.
We maintain one Ubuntu Workstation, one Ubuntu laptop, three Windows 10 Design Workstations, other Windows computers in most of our work areas, and multiple printers for all our members to use without any additional required training (Level 1).
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training — PPM Trainer(s) needed
Links to external sites:
- 44 Ubuntu Cheat Sheets — Cheatography.com
- Bash Cheat Sheets — Cheatography.com
- SSH ("Secure SHell") — for securely accessing one computer from another.
- regex101 — build, test, and debug regular expressions
- Ubuntu official website
Tips
- Type
lshwat the Terminal to to list hardware specifications - Other useful commands include
lsblk,lscpu, andlsusb fc-list | grep "DejaVu Sans"to list/check installed fonts
- Type
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
- List of all PPM Slack channels
- Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
Equipment List
Ubuntu Computers
| Picture | Computer | System Software |
Application Software |
Monitor/Peripherals | CPU | Memory | Storage | Network Speed, Wi-Fi |
Network Speed, wired |
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DELL OPTIPLEX 3010 |
Ubuntu 20.04.5 LTS | Brave, Firefox,
LibreOffice 5, Visual Studio Code, GIMP, ImageMagick, Inkscape 1.2 |
DELL 18" monitor,
wired USB DELL keyboard, mouse, external speakers, Wi-Fi dongle |
Intel Core
i5-3470 3.20GHz x 4 |
8GB (2 x 4096MB)
DDR3 |
500 GB HDD | 900 Down,
910 Up (Mbsp) | |
 |
Apple MacBook Pro laptop |
Ubuntu 16.04 LTS | Firefox,
LibreOffice 5, Inkscape 0.91 |
13" display,
built-in speakers, Wi-Fi dongle, Apple AC adapter |
Intel Core 2 DUO
CPU P8600 2.4 GHz x 2 |
4GB (2 x 2048MB)
DDR3 |
242 GB HDD | 140 Down,
80 Up (Mbps) |
|
Software |
Software |
Wi-Fi |
wired |
Donations Received
Wish List
- Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
System Software
Application Software
Links to external sites:
- Inkscape — vector graphics editor
- GIMP — High Quality Photo Manipulation
- ImageMagick — create, edit, compose, or convert digital images
- Visual Studio Code
- Arduino IDE
See Also
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
Curated Links
Links to member-recommended external sites:
- speedtest.net — test performance of Internet connection
- It's FOSS — learn useful Linux tips, discover applications, explore new distros
- ubuntu Community
Other Fun Stuff
Links to external sites:
Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.