Hi there, I’m about to organize an install party for my local community with the help of two other Linux enthusiasts. Has anyone ever done that here? Do you have any tips on which distro to install or what people absolutely need to know before leaving the room?

On the distro side I’m thinking fedora or Linux mint buy I have no experience with the latter, it just seems very beginner-friendly.

I’m also planning to start with a quick presentation on what is linux and the basis (distribution, package manager, root, …).

Also, I don’t know how much time we need (I guess it depends on how many people show up but we’ll certainly limit to 10 or so per party).

Thanks for your help 🙂

  • cptbichez@leminal.space
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    2 days ago

    great to hear! I love install parties. Mint, Fedora are awesome but bring some MX Linux and or Antix for older hardware! And dont forget those with only Ubuntu in their mouth 🙂

    Also if you can take the time to give a little info on paper like, where is the updater, if they’re waiting for more you can show very little CLI (but i wouldnt it scares the ppl of 7 times out of 10)

    absolut basics is:

    • how to install stuff from software manager
    • where to find our own files
    • usual distro management from GUI

    if they show signs for more knowledge throw some easy CLI (file management, tarball install)

    Depending if your crowd is computer litterate or not.

    Have fun