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| − | '''At Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM), we have one Ubuntu | + | '''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). | 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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| + | == What is Ubuntu? == | ||
| + | '''Ubuntu is a Linux-based computer operating system.''' | ||
| − | + | It is free and open-source software (FOSS). | |
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| − | + | Ubuntu is often installed on older computers, or computers with few resources, to extend their useful life. | |
| − | ==External Training== | + | == External Training == |
'''Links to ubuntu.com:''' | '''Links to ubuntu.com:''' | ||
:[https://ubuntu.com/tutorials#community '''ubuntu Community'''] | :[https://ubuntu.com/tutorials#community '''ubuntu Community'''] | ||
| − | :[https://ubuntu.com | + | :'''[https://ubuntu.com/desktop Ubuntu Desktop official website]''' |
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:'''[https://regex101.com/ regex101]''' — build, test, and debug regular expressions | :'''[https://regex101.com/ regex101]''' — build, test, and debug regular expressions | ||
:[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZdrjATI8BA '''A Quick History of Ubuntu'''] — on YouTube | :[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nZdrjATI8BA '''A Quick History of Ubuntu'''] — on YouTube | ||
| − | :'''[https://itsfoss.com/ It's FOSS]''' — | + | :'''[https://itsfoss.com/ It's FOSS]''' — useful Linux tips, applications, and new distros |
:'''[https://web.archive.org/ Wayback Machine]''' — the Internet Archive | :'''[https://web.archive.org/ Wayback Machine]''' — the Internet Archive | ||
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== Related Pages == | == Related Pages == | ||
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' | '''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:''' | ||
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:'''[[Inkscape Tips]]''' | :'''[[Inkscape Tips]]''' | ||
:'''[[Visual Studio Code Tips]]''' | :'''[[Visual Studio Code Tips]]''' | ||
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==For Additional Help== | ==For Additional Help== | ||
Latest revision as of 16:02, 24 November 2024
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 Linux-based computer operating system.
It is free and open-source software (FOSS).
Ubuntu is often installed on older computers, or computers with few resources, to extend their useful life.
External Training
Links to ubuntu.com:
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 $SHELLorps $$ - 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
- To check your Ubuntu version, run the command
Equipment List
| Picture | Computer | System Software |
Application Software |
Monitor/ Peripherals |
CPU | Memory | Storage |
| 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, (no speakers) |
Intel Core
i5-3470 3.20GHz x 4 |
8GB (2 x 4096MB)
DDR3 |
500 GB HDD | |
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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 |
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:
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.