CambridgeLUG

OpenStreetMap is a free editable map of the whole world. It is made by people like you.

OpenStreetMap allows you to view, edit and use geographical data in a collaborative way from anywhere on Earth.

This presentation will show the current state of OpenStreetMap, demonstrate some of the OSM tools and discuss how you can take advantage of OSM and participate in extending it.

The sample image is taken from the The OpenStreetMap Wiki, Image of the Week for 27th of October 2007.

There are many ways to create a Linux LiveCD. In the upcoming presentation, I will be focusing on the following topics.

1. Why use a LiveCD?
2. Simple overview of Knoppix, Ubuntu, Slax and Other distros.
3. Why did I select Slackware vs the other Linux distributions?
4. Are there any open source tools available for creating a custom LiveCD?
5. What are the LiveCD internals?
6. What are the space limitations?
7. What are the performance issues?
8. How about configuration issues between computers?

SME Server is a leading Linux distribution for small and medium enterprises. It can also be used at home as a file and media server.
How is it different from other Linux distributions? Well you will find out if you come to the presentation. Basically the most common feature are pre-configured, as well as the ability to add additional features by downloading 'contribs'. SME Server is published under the GPL license. You can download it for free, they do ask that you contribute a small donation.

IPCop is a specialized Linux distribution for firewalls. We'll learn how to acquire and install IPCop and how to use its web-based administration interface.

Addon packages can extend IPCop's capabilities. We'll look at selected addons if time permits.

The open source project I spoke briefly about is called SIMPL. The main project site is at:

http://users.netrover.com/~ican/simpl

From that site you can link through to the Sourceforge site for SIMPL as well. Looks like I've volunteered to give a talk on the SIMPL open source project in the May meeting.

I also spoke about my nofee online courses. You can find more info at:

http://www.icanprogram.com/nofeecourses.html

The network appliance which was discussed is produced by a local Kitchener company. Their URL is:

http://www.io-anywhere.ca

We will discuss and demonstrate F/OSS tools that improve inter-office communication. Tools included within the presentation will include but not limited to.

Tools discussed will include
- Phone Systems
- Group Calibration Platform
- Email
- Calenders Free/Busy
- Information Logs
- Address Book
- Syncing information between devices such as cell phones and PDA's