[GNUz] Software Freedom Day 09

[Rik Tindall]

Greetings,

Software Freedom Day 2009 is this Saturday, 19 September. The
international festival of free and open-source software (FOSS) is in its
fifth year, and of celebration locally.

A computer user workshop and displays will run from 10am to 4pm at the
South Learning Centre, South Christchurch Library in Beckenham.

The event presents an opportunity for people to explore the
functionality and enjoyment of a large range of FOSS, like the Ubuntu
GNU/Linux operating system, Open Office suite, Firefox web browser, the
GNU Image Manipulation Program for graphics, utilities, games, and much
more.

FOSS derives from the UNIX computer culture, dating back to 1970s
aerospace innovation and renowned for its stable and secure design.

Take-home CDs are made available, with installation advice.

All welcome. CLUG / GNUz talks, PC boxes, and tutors especially!

Cheers,

Rik Tindall
pp http://www.softwarefreedomday.org/teams/Christchurch