LuftHans Free Software in 3-D

The Red Hat Academy at Estrella Mountain Community College is getting ready to start classes on the 27th of this month. This school is the only Red Hat Academy in Arizona and attending allows you to take the RHCT exam at a substantial discount but only if you are a student here.

CIS126DL LINUX Operating System 3.0 Credits
Introduction to the Linux Operating system. Develop knowledge and skills required to install, configure and troubleshoot a Linux-based workstation including basic network functions. Learn basic command line and Graphical User Interface (GUI) desktop environment.

Class # Session Room Day Time Dates Instructor Status Seats Avail
26420 DD EST 111 W 3:00 PM - 5:50 PM 08/27/08 - 10/15/08 R. Larson Open 12
26941 DD EST 111 R 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 08/28/08 - 10/16/08 M. Jones Open 6

CIS240DL LINUX Network Administration 3.0 Credits
In depth networking based on Linux servers and the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) protocol suite. Integrating Linux servers and workstations into a network environment with multi-platform network operating systems.

Class # Session Room Day Time Dates Instructor Status Seats Avail
26915 DD EST 110 R 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 08/28/08 - 10/16/08 C. Galligan Open 19

CIS241DL Apache Admin (LINUX/Unx) 3.0 Credits
Knowledge and skills to install configure and securely manage a Linux/Unix Apache web server in an Open Source Environment. Securely incorporates Common Gateway Interface (CGI) handlers, Secure Socket Layer (SSL), dynamic content.

Class # Session Room Day Time Dates Instructor Status Seats Avail

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As with any industry, the airline business has had some rough times. But two different players in the industry are making moves to fend off unwanted turbulence. KJZZ's Tony Ganzer reports from Frankfurt, Germany.

KJZZ Commentator Robrt Pela is worried that citizen bloggers are polluting the English language.

KJZZ Commentator Robrt Pela is worried that citizen bloggers are polluting the English language.

A Tucson-based astronomer is arguing that Pluto should be added back into the list of planets in our solar system. It was downgraded to dwarf-planet status in 2006. Mark Sykes wants to change that. He's the director of the Planetary Science Institute in Tucson.

A Tucson-based astronomer is arguing that Pluto should be added back into the list of planets in our solar system. It was downgraded to dwarf-planet status in 2006. Mark Sykes wants to change that. He's the director of the Planetary Science Institute in Tucson.

As the United States continues its military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, it is also still supporting the wounded soldiers, and the families of those soldiers left behind. In Western Germany the Landstuhl regional medical center is the largest U.S, medical facility outside the U.S. and is for giving care to both U.S. and coalition forces, as well as their families. KJZZ's Tony Ganzer visited Landstuhl, and brings the voices of three Arizonans in the military medical system, with very different stories.

As the United States continues its military operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, it is also still supporting the wounded soldiers, and the families of those soldiers left behind. In Western Germany the Landstuhl regional medical center is the largest U.S, medical facility outside the U.S. and is for giving care to both U.S. and coalition forces, as well as their families. KJZZ's Tony Ganzer visited Landstuhl, and brings the voices of three Arizonans in the military medical system, with very different stories.

Appearing on KJZZ's Here and Now, Arizona governor Janet Napolitano talked about whether the TIME Initiative will make the ballot; the drafting of the Democratic party platform for its national convention and border and trade issues.

Appearing on KJZZ's Here and Now, Arizona governor Janet Napolitano talked about whether the TIME Initiative will make the ballot; the drafting of the Democratic party platform for its national convention and border and trade issues.

KJZZ's Paul Atkinson looks at why economic development officials want tax incentives to lure manufacturers of renewable energy products.

KJZZ's Paul Atkinson looks at why economic development officials want tax incentives to lure manufacturers of renewable energy products.

KJZZ commentator Jason Spisak ponders the importance of water and the ways we could help ensure we have enough of it in the desert.

KJZZ commentator Jason Spisak ponders the importance of water and the ways we could help ensure we have enough of it in the desert.

Start: 08/14/2008 - 19:00 Timezone: Etc/GMT-7 Presentations This Month

Two part PLUG Security Series content presentation

1. Defcon 16:
   Lisa Kachold will show a very short movie of Defcon 16 highlights - narrated.

   Which is the perfect segway into....

2. Content Presentation - PLUG Linux Security Series

   "Basic Linux System Lock Down"

We will focus on Ubuntu, Fedora Core (Redhat) and generic Linux raw build security system lock down. Content will scale to server lockdown (so if Administration is your focus this is a basic foundation/overview) ; we will cover safe Linux desktop system utilization in today's challenging security world and changing networks.

This PLUG presentation, like all PLUG events, will present the subject in terms salient for new users, saavy users, developers and administrators who will be working with Linux operating systems. Our format will include formal overview, open question and answer, wherein the more experienced aptly assist to qualify content questions or field additional queries, wherein audience contribution is encouraged.

3. Hans will also be continuing the Ubuntu Desktop Class series
   Ubuntu Desktop Class, https://wiki.ubuntu.com/Training

Bio: der.hans is a well-known Free Software advocate. He is currently teaching Free Software classes for Mesa Community College's Business and Industry Institute, http://www.LuftHans.com/Classes. He is chairman for PLUG, volunteer coordinator and education committee chair for LOPSA and past president for ASULUG. He has many years of experience as both a system administrator and software developer.

It would be good if at least a couple of people have read the materials prior to the meeting.

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Start: 08/07/2008 - 19:53 End: 08/07/2008 - 22:59 Timezone: Etc/GMT-7 Presentations this month

Boot and Tinker

Alexander Henry has stepped up with a little development board to demonstrate.

He briefly described his plan thusly:

"At the very least, I can boot a board, explain about a boot loader, get apache to run, and have a cross-compiled Hello World CGI in apache running. That by itself is very different on single-board computers versus desktops."

That combined with our own questions, etc. should make for a good meeting.

NO Internet access is available.

We have a candy machine and soda machines that will take your money for refreshment. You are welcome to bring your own food. No alcohol please.

When: First Thursday of each month at 7:00PM
Where: Adtron Corporation, 4415 E. Cotton Center Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 82040
Google: http://www.google.com/maps?q=4415+E+Cotton+Center+Blvd,+Phoenix,+AZ+8504...
The arrow is actually off in this Google map. The building is actually the mostly square one directly south of the traffic circle east of the arrow location.

KJZZ commentator Robrt Pela helps care for his mother who has dementia. He finds he's not alone in looking after an ailing parent in his neighborhood.

KJZZ commentator Robrt Pela helps care for his mother who has dementia. He finds he's not alone in looking after an ailing parent in his neighborhood.

KJZZ's Steve Goldstein talks with Arizona native and best-selling mystery author J.A. Jance about her long road to success.

KJZZ's Steve Goldstein talks with Arizona native and best-selling mystery author J.A. Jance about her long road to success.