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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.
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'''At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), we have one Ubuntu workstation (DELL Optiplex 3010d) and one Ubuntu (Apple MacBook Pro) laptop.'''
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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).
 
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Members are also welcome to bring in their own computers and use our high-speed Internet connection.
 
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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).
 
 
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[[File:Ubuntu workstation.jpg|alt=Ubuntu workstation|thumb|333x333px|'''Ubuntu workstation<br>(03/15/22)''']]
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== What is Ubuntu? ==
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Ubuntu is a free and open-source (FOSS) Linux-based computer operating system.
  
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==Classes==
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It is often installed on older computers, or computers with few resources, to&nbsp;extend their useful&nbsp;life.
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: Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
 
  
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==Training==
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== External Training ==
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Links to other sites (external links):
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'''Links to ubuntu.com:'''
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:'''[https://cheatography.com/tag/ubuntu/ 44 Ubuntu Cheat Sheets]''' -- Cheatography.com
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:[https://ubuntu.com/tutorials#community '''ubuntu Community''']
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:[https://cheatography.com/tag/bash/ '''Bash Cheat Sheets''']
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:[https://ubuntu.com/download/desktop '''Ubuntu official website''']
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:'''[https://regex101.com/ regex101]''' -- build, test, and debug regular expressions
 
  
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'''Links to other external sites:'''
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:'''[https://help.ubuntu.com/community/SSH SSH ("Secure SHell")]''' — for securely accessing one computer from another
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:'''[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
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:'''[https://itsfoss.com/ It's FOSS]''' — useful Linux tips, applications, and new distros
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:'''[https://web.archive.org/ Wayback Machine]''' — the Internet Archive
 
==Tips==
 
==Tips==
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:*'''To check your Ubuntu version, run the command''' <code>lsb_release -a</code>
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:*[https://pimylifeup.com/check-ubuntu-version/ '''How to Check your Ubuntu Version''']
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:*To find out which shell you're using, run the command <code>echo $SHELL</code> or <code>ps $$</code>
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:*Type <code>lshw</code> at the Terminal to to list hardware specifications
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:* Other useful commands include <code>lsblk</code> ,  <code>lscpu</code> , and <code>lsusb</code>
 
:*<code>fc-list | grep "DejaVu Sans"</code> to list/check installed fonts
 
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:*Type <code>lshw</code> at the Terminal to to list hardware specifications
 
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:*Other useful commands include <code>lsblk</code> ,  <code>lsbcpu</code> , and <code>lsusb</code>
 
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==For Additional Help==
 
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:Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
 
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:[[How To Slack#Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
 
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: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==
 
==Equipment List==
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===Computers===
 
 
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|- style="font-weight:bold; text-align:left; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif !important;; background-color:#D0DD27; color:#000000;"
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!Computer
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| style="vertical-align:middle;" | Picture
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!System<br>Software
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|Computer
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!Application <br>Software
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!Monitor/Peripherals
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|Application <br>Software
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!CPU
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!Memory
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|CPU
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!Storage
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!Network Speed&nbsp;(Mbps),<br>Wi-Fi
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|Storage
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!Network Speed&nbsp;(Mbps),
 
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|[[File:Ubuntu workstation.jpg|alt=Ubuntu workstation|center|frameless|160x160px|Ubuntu workstation]]
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|'''DELL OPTIPLEX 3010'''<br>
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|'''DELL<br>OPTIPLEX<br>3010'''<br>
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|Ubuntu&nbsp;20.04.5&nbsp;LTS
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| Ubuntu<br>20.04.5&nbsp;LTS
 
|Brave, Firefox,  
 
|Brave, Firefox,  
 
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|DELL 18" monitor,  
 
|DELL 18" monitor,  
 
wired USB DELL   
 
wired USB DELL   
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| style="width: 12%" |Intel Core&nbsp;
 
i5-3470  
 
i5-3470  
  
 
3.20GHz&nbsp;x&nbsp;4
 
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| style="width: 12%" |8GB (2 x 4096MB)
 
DDR3
 
DDR3
 
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|[[File:Ubuntu MacBook Pro.jpg|alt=Ubuntu MacBook Pro|center|frameless|140x140px]]
 
|'''Apple<br>MacBook Pro<br>laptop'''<br>
 
|'''Apple<br>MacBook Pro<br>laptop'''<br>
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|ubuntu 16.04 LTS
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|Ubuntu<br>16.04&nbsp;LTS
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| Firefox,  
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|Firefox,  
  
 
LibreOffice 5,  
 
LibreOffice 5,  
  
 
Inkscape 0.91
 
Inkscape 0.91
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Wi-Fi dongle,  
 
Wi-Fi dongle,  
  
 
Apple AC adapter
 
Apple AC adapter
  
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| Intel Core&nbsp;2 DUO  
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|Intel Core&nbsp;2 DUO  
 
CPU P8600  
 
CPU P8600  
  
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2.4 GHz x 2
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|4GB (2 x 2048 MB)
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|4GB (2 x 2048MB)
 
DDR3
 
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'''Design workstation ONLY!  NO Facebook, social media, or random browsing.'''
 
  
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==Application Software==
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'''Links to external sites:'''
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:[https://inkscape.org/ '''Inkscape'''] — vector graphics editor
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:[https://www.gimp.org/ '''GIMP'''] — High Quality Photo Manipulation
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:[https://imagemagick.org/ '''ImageMagick'''] — create, edit, compose, or convert digital images
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:'''[https://code.visualstudio.com/ Visual Studio Code]''' — Code editing.
  
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===[[Donations Received]]===
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== Related Pages ==
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===[[Wish List#Ubuntu|Wish List]]===
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
 
  
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:[[Raspberry Pi|<span style="color:#ffffff; background:#864199">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Raspberry Pi'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
  
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:[[Computers -- Mac and Apple|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Mac and Apple'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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===[https://www.gimp.org/ GIMP]===
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:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Windows'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
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===[https://imagemagick.org/ ImageMagick]===
 
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===[https://inkscape.org/ Inkscape]===
 
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===[https://www.arduino.cc/en/software Arduino IDE]===
 
  
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:'''[[Inkscape Tips]]'''
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:'''[[Arduino]]'''
 
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:[[Raspberry Pi|'''Raspberry Pi''']]
 
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:'''[[Computers]]'''
 
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:'''[[Electronics]]'''
 
 
:'''[[Visual Studio Code Tips]]'''
 
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:'''[[Software Tips]]'''
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:'''[[Linux Tools]]'''
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:'''[https://www.speedtest.net speedtest.net]''' -- test performance of Internet connection
 
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:[https://ubuntu.com/tutorials#community '''ubuntu Community''']
 
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:'''[https://ubuntu.com/download/desktop Developer Website]'''
 
  
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==Other Fun Stuff==
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==For Additional Help==
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:Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
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:'''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZdrjATI8BA A Quick History of Ubuntu]'''
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:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
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:[https://ubuntu.com/internet-of-things '''Ubuntu for the Internet of Things''']
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:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
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:'''[https://almalinux.org/ AlmaLinux OS]''' -- compatible clone of RHEL®
 
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Revision as of 13:43, 21 November 2024

Level 1 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace

At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), we have one Ubuntu workstation (DELL Optiplex 3010d) 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.

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 — useful Linux tips, applications, and 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
Level 1 badge
 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
Level 1 badge
 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:

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

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.

 

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