The Big Install-A-Thon!

Hi folks,

I do not have a set date yet, but we need to install xUbuntu on about 100 P4's that were just donated to Free Geek Providence today. These are all perfectly happy computers, most of which come with peripherals and FLAT SCREEN monitors (which all need to be tested, of course).

We can go to the location where they are being stored, install xUbuntu on them and then our donor will store them for us until NewBCamp on February 8th.

Here's what we need, please tell me specifically what you can assist us with:

6-10 volunteers to install xUbuntu, test systems, plug in and move computers around the storage area for about six to eight hours (1-2 hours a piece?).

10-15 volunteers to physically move the computers from their location to the NewBCamp site on February 8th or thereabouts.

(We might pack them all into a truck for the weekend and then move them into the Pepsi Forum on Sunday morning of the event depending on our access to them.)

A 14 foot rental truck for at least 3 days minimum (Friday 6th, Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th afternoon) donated to our cause (Including insurance).

(Note: If every single person on this list donated 3 dollars, we'd have the ability to pay for it up front. Every little bit helps!)

5 to 10 power strips

10 CD's of Randy's Latest distribution.

If you are interested in helping out, this is your shot. No experience necessary, we will teach you everything about installing the Operating System and testing it. It's a great opportunity to hang out with other organizers, get something great accomplished and help the needy get nerdy.


Thanks everyone.

- Nathan
Executive Director
Free Geek Providence
www.freegeekpvd.org