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Re: [GTALUG] "'Opens source' is not 'free software'"
by Alvin Starr 13 Jul '17

13 Jul '17

On 07/13/2017 10:02 AM, ac via talk wrote: > On Thu, 13 Jul 2017 09:37:12 -0400 > lsorense(a)csclub.uwaterloo.ca (Lennart Sorensen) wrote: >> they want. So yes the GPL gives each user less freedom in the >> interest of giving all users that same level of freedom in using the >> code. >> >> Different goal. >> > I know what you are trying to say, but... > > end users of gpl or bsd code have exactly the same freedom. > > developers using bsd code and dev using gpl code have different freedoms. > > and as you said, and I said in my original reply, depends on the > goal(s) - as they are different > > Andre I believe the difference is that BSD allows an end user to take the code and make the code part of a closed product where enchantments and changes to the code are not shared. So the next person in the chain cannot have the advantage of access to the source. I believe that the Microsoft network stack is an example of this, where MS took the BSD network stack and incorporated it into Windows but none of the BSD code or changes were visible to purchasers or normal developers of Windows. Its about propagation of freedom. -- Alvin Starr || land: (905)513-7688 Netvel Inc. || Cell: (416)806-0133 alvin(a)netvel.net ||

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[GTALUG-Announce] Meeting on 8 August at 7:30pm
by hi＠gtalug.org 13 Jul '17

13 Jul '17

<http://gtalug.org/meeting/2017-08/> # The Tor Software Ecosystem with Sukhblr Signh When people talk about Tor, they almost always think of the Tor daemon or Tor Browser. While this was true earlier, the Tor ecosystem has now expanded and includes a diverse set of applications that serve a variety of different users helping them to protect their privacy online or to circumvent Internet censorship. In this talk, we will start by introducing Tor and then briefly walk through the applications that are built around it. PS: This talk for beginners as well as advanced users already using Tor. ## Location George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre 245 Church Street, Room 203 Ryerson University <http://goo.gl/maps/16oJ2> <http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/23447525> ## Schedule * 6:00 pm - Please discuss on the general mailing list (i.e. <talk(a)gtalug.org>) where you want to go for dinner. * 7:30 pm - Meeting and presentation. * 9:00 pm - After each meeting, a group of GTALUGers move to The Imperial Pub (54 Dundas St East) for refreshments and more socialising. # Code of Conduct We want a productive happy community that can welcome new ideas, improve every process every year, and foster collaboration between individuals with differing needs, interests and skills. We gain strength from diversity, and actively seek participation from those who enhance it. This code of conduct exists to ensure that diverse groups collaborate to mutual advantage and enjoyment. We will challenge prejudice that could jeopardise the participation of any person in the community. The Code of Conduct governs how we behave in public or in private whenever the Linux community will be judged by our actions. We expect it to be honoured by everyone who represents the community officially or informally, claims affiliation or participates directly. It applies to activities online or offline. We invite anybody to participate. Our community is open. Please read more about the GTALUG Code of Conduct here: <http://gtalug.org/about/code-of-conduct/>. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about the GTALUG Code of Conduct please contact the GTALUG Board @ <board(a)gtalug.org>. --- GTALUG Announce mailing list announce(a)gtalug.org https://gtalug.org/mailman/listinfo/announce

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"'Opens source' is not 'free software'"
by D. Hugh Redelmeier 12 Jul '17

12 Jul '17

I found this article interesting and useful <https://opensource.com/business/16/11/open-source-not-free-software> This guy disagrees: <https://meshedinsights.com/2017/06/07/free-vs-open/>

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Following on Stewart's talk... Epson receipt printer
by William Park 12 Jul '17

12 Jul '17

During Stewart's talk last night, someone mentioned that Epson receipt printer had too small buffer and had to time print jobs to avoid losing data. There are 2 ways to get printer BUSY status: 1. You can query the printer for "online/offline" status by sending DLE EOT 1 (0x10 0x04 0x01) and it will return 1 byte. If bit 3 (0x08) is - 1 -- it is "offline" - 0 -- it is "online" 2. You can turn on ASB (automatic status back), where printer will send 4 bytes status back to you whenever status changes, such as pressing FEED button, buffer full, paper out, etc. To turn on "online/offline" status reporting, send GS a 2 (0x1d 0x61 0x02). To turn off "online/offline" status reporting, send GS a 0 (0x1d 0x61 0x00). From the 4 bytes returned, if bit 3 (0x08) of first byte is - 1 -- it is "offline" - 0 -- it is "online" -- William

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The blog entry for my lightening talk of yesterday is at ...
by David Collier-Brown 12 Jul '17

12 Jul '17

https://leaflessca.wordpress.com/2017/07/01/a-few-days-into-bdd/ -- David Collier-Brown, | Always do right. This will gratify System Programmer and Author | some people and astonish the rest davecb(a)spamcop.net | -- Mark Twain

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Dinner Tonight
by Dhaval Giani 11 Jul '17

11 Jul '17

Hi Folks, Thoughts for dinner? I am thinking thai. I see Thai on Yonge Basil Box Suggestions? Thanks! Dhaval

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Re: [GTALUG] GTALUG] Ancient hardware available
by Stewart Russell 11 Jul '17

11 Jul '17

All gone, seemingly.

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Ancient hardware available
by Isaac Connor 11 Jul '17

11 Jul '17

Am helping clean out some old stuff for my In-laws, as well as doing the same for myself. I know there are people on here who like/cherish these things. Various junk includes: green monochrome monitors 8inch floppy drves 5.25inch floppy drives / floppies 2-3 Sinclair ZX Spectrums random old weird circuit boards/add on cards, etc. piles of shareware cds, various old software, etc. couple of p4 xeon 2U servers various laptops/laptop parts (amd turion/p4 maybe some early core2duo,g4) p4 tablets/slates (pre-ipad) Most stuff will be on the lawn at 60 Wolfrey Ave (near broadview and danforth) until Thursday morning

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[GTALUG-Announce] Meeting Tonight at 7:30 pm
by hi＠gtalug.org 11 Jul '17

11 Jul '17

<http://gtalug.org/meeting/2017-07/> # Lighting Talks _Lighting Talks_ is GTALUG's version of an un-conference, a loosely structured short talks emphasizing the informal exchange of information and ideas between participants, rather than following a conventionally structured GTALUG meetings. If you would like to give a talk, all you have to do is write your name on a post-it and stick it on the whiteboard in the front of the room. When your talk get's picked you will have five uninterrupted minutes for you to present your idea, then five minutes of audience questions. Schedule Five Minute Talks: * How does an enterprise distro kernel get made? with Dhaval Giani * Behaviour Directed Design with David Collier Brown * Mastodon with Myles Braithwaite * Add your name to this list by emailing <hi(a)gtalug.org> ## Location George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre 245 Church Street, Room 203 Ryerson University <http://goo.gl/maps/16oJ2> <http://www.openstreetmap.org/way/23447525> ## Schedule * 6:00 pm - Please discuss on the general mailing list (i.e. <talk(a)gtalug.org>) where you want to go for dinner. * 7:30 pm - Meeting and presentation. * 9:00 pm - After each meeting, a group of GTALUGers move to The Imperial Pub (54 Dundas St East) for refreshments and more socialising. # Code of Conduct We want a productive happy community that can welcome new ideas, improve every process every year, and foster collaboration between individuals with differing needs, interests and skills. We gain strength from diversity, and actively seek participation from those who enhance it. This code of conduct exists to ensure that diverse groups collaborate to mutual advantage and enjoyment. We will challenge prejudice that could jeopardise the participation of any person in the community. The Code of Conduct governs how we behave in public or in private whenever the Linux community will be judged by our actions. We expect it to be honoured by everyone who represents the community officially or informally, claims affiliation or participates directly. It applies to activities online or offline. We invite anybody to participate. Our community is open. Please read more about the GTALUG Code of Conduct here: <http://gtalug.org/about/code-of-conduct/>. If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about the GTALUG Code of Conduct please contact the GTALUG Board @ <board(a)gtalug.org>. --- GTALUG Announce mailing list announce(a)gtalug.org https://gtalug.org/mailman/listinfo/announce

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Fwd: 2 new jobs at Ruby
by David Collier-Brown 07 Jul '17

07 Jul '17

My old boss went to Ruby, who is now looking for a dev/ops person and a classic sysadmin. They run a collection of dating services, one of whom got hacked, and decided to hire competent people... like my old boss (;-)) I haven't worked for Ruby, but I know they have good management! https://www.rubylife.com/job/sr-system-administrator/ https://www.rubylife.com/job/sr-devops-administrator/ --dave [and yes, the first thing I see is a broken cert, which they need fixed (;-)]

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