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:'''[https://help.ubuntu.com/community/SSH SSH ("Secure SHell")]''' — for securely accessing one computer from another
 
:'''[https://help.ubuntu.com/community/SSH SSH ("Secure SHell")]''' — for securely accessing one computer from another
 
:'''[https://regex101.com/ regex101]''' — build, test, and debug regular expressions
 
:'''[https://regex101.com/ regex101]''' — build, test, and debug regular expressions
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:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZdrjATI8BA '''A Quick History of Ubuntu'''] — on YouTube
 
:'''[https://itsfoss.com/ It's FOSS]''' — learn useful Linux tips, discover applications, explore new distros
 
:'''[https://itsfoss.com/ It's FOSS]''' — learn useful Linux tips, discover applications, explore new distros
 
:'''[https://web.archive.org/ Wayback Machine]''' — the Internet Archive
 
:'''[https://web.archive.org/ Wayback Machine]''' — the Internet Archive
 
==Tips==
 
==Tips==
:*'''To find out which shell you're using, run the command''' <code>echo $SHELL</code> or <code>ps $$</code>
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:*'''To check your Ubuntu version, run the command''' <code>lsb_release -a</code>
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:*To find out which shell you're using, run the command <code>echo $SHELL</code> or <code>ps $$</code>
 
:*Type <code>lshw</code> at the Terminal to to list hardware specifications
 
:*Type <code>lshw</code> at the Terminal to to list hardware specifications
 
:* Other useful commands include <code>lsblk</code> ,  <code>lscpu</code> , and <code>lsusb</code>
 
:* Other useful commands include <code>lsblk</code> ,  <code>lscpu</code> , and <code>lsusb</code>
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==System Software==
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'''Links to external sites:'''
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==Application Software==
:[https://pimylifeup.com/check-ubuntu-version/ '''How to Check your Ubuntu Version''']
 
:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZdrjATI8BA '''A Quick History of Ubuntu'''] — on YouTube
 
== Application Software ==
 
 
'''Links to external sites:'''
 
'''Links to external sites:'''
 
:[https://inkscape.org/ '''Inkscape'''] — vector graphics editor
 
:[https://inkscape.org/ '''Inkscape'''] — vector graphics editor

Revision as of 00:11, 14 November 2024

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace

At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), we have one Ubuntu Workstation and one Ubuntu (Apple MacBook Pro) laptop.

Additionally we have 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).

Members are also welcome to bring in their own computers and use our high-speed Internet connection.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.

 

What is Ubuntu

Ubuntu is a free and open-source (FOSS) Linux-based computer operating system.

It is often installed on older computers, or computers with few resources, to extend their useful life.

Classes

PPM announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

To help out with any of the computers at PPM, post your ideas and comments on our Slack #computing channel.

External Training

Links to ubuntu.com:

ubuntu Community
Ubuntu official website

Links to other external sites:

SSH ("Secure SHell") — for securely accessing one computer from another
regex101 — build, test, and debug regular expressions
A Quick History of Ubuntu — on YouTube
It's FOSS — learn useful Linux tips, discover applications, explore new distros
Wayback Machine — the Internet Archive

Tips

  • To check your Ubuntu version, run the command lsb_release -a
  • To find out which shell you're using, run the command echo $SHELL or ps $$
  • Type lshw at the Terminal to to list hardware specifications
  • Other useful commands include lsblk , lscpu , and lsusb
  • fc-list | grep "DejaVu Sans" to list/check installed fonts

Equipment List

Picture Computer System
Software
Application
Software
Monitor/
Peripherals
CPU Memory Storage
DELL
OPTIPLEX
3010

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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,

(no speakers)

Intel Core 

i5-3470

3.20GHz x 4

8GB (2 x 4096MB)

DDR3

500 GB HDD
Ubuntu MacBook Pro
Apple
MacBook Pro
laptop

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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

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 — Code editing.

Related Pages

Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

Inkscape Tips
Visual Studio Code Tips
GitHub Tips
Software Tips
Linux Tools
  Raspberry Pi  
  Computers — Mac and Apple  
  Computers — Windows  

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.

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.

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative processes by providing shared space, shared tools, materials, software, and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.