[matilda] Linux Terminal Server implementation - May 26 - 27th

[Alan Dawson]

I'm proposing to lead a workshop on Linux Terminal Server implementation at
MATILDA on May 26 - 27th ( basically all day Friday and maybe some on Saturday
to wrap up)


This will be for a small number of places only. ( 4-6 ) some of which are
already taken.

Comments, please, on the date and content.  

It will require exclusive use of the hacklab for its duration.


Draft plans for LTSP workshop at Sheffield Hacklab - Matilda Social Centre

Date ..

May 26th - 27th ( TBC )

Overview
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Linux Terminal Server Project (LTSP) is an addon package to  Gnu/Linux
Distributions that allows you to run lots of low powered "thin" clients from a
central server.



Suitability -
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Moderate IT Skill levels
Linux desktop users wishing to expand their skills in system administration.
Adminstrators looking to gain insight into setting Linux Terminal Server based
networks
Activists looking to quickly implement lowcost, reliable networked media labs
using redundant technology

Content
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Installing Debian and SUSE file server in preparation for LTSP
Getting and installing the latest version of LTSP
Automatic IP addressing using DHCP
Exporting File Systems using NFS (Network File System)
Network Booting from Etherboot and PXE
Running graphical applications across a network ( Remote X ).
Setting up for local device access ( local sound, USB, CD devices )

AED

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