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Upcoming Meetings and announcements
by Alan Heighway 19 Jun '25

19 Jun '25

Hello GTALUG Here's a quick update on some of our upcoming meetings. *July* * Fireside chat * - Got a burning question about Linux, Foss, or anything related? Bring it with you to July's meeting and we'll try to get it answered for you! *August * * Lighting Talks * - Do you have a topic you can talk about but it won't fill a whole meeting? A lighting talk is for you. Put together a 5 - 15 minute talk, and send a quick message to speakers(a)gtalug.org and we'll add you to the list. *September* * OBS - Open Broadcast Software with Alan Heighway * - What is OBS? Who uses it? How to get online. Live demo, quick tips, and Q&A *Other Notes...* Coming soon to the website: we will be listing any topics that we have collected along with the speakers if we have one, and any scheduled talk date. If there is a topic without a speaker, and you know someone who could speak on that topic, let us know! We are always looking for new topics and speakers, you can send any suggestions to speakers(a)gtalug.org. Thank you all! Alan. *A*lan *H*eighway <http://heighway.ca/> heighway.ca 416-712-5247 VA3WAH / VA3YKZ [image: Please consider the environment before printing]

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Re: Mailing List Software Upgrade
by Kevin Cozens 12 Jun '25

12 Jun '25

Thanks for the info. I will update the filters in my email program. Sent from my ASUS MeMO Pad Ron via Talk <talk(a)lists.gtalug.org> wrote: > >We're live with the new mailing list software. > > >The upgrade was as smooth as greased gravel and hopefully you won't >notice a thing. > > >There are new names for the lists, where we've changed from > >talk(a)gtalug.org > >to > >talk(a)lists.gtalug.org > > >If you have any contact info for GTALUG, maybe update those? > > >But, we're configured such that messages to the old list *should* be >seamlessly redirected to the new list, so you don't actually have to do >anything at all. > > >Thanks for your patience should any hiccups arise... > >------------------------------------ >Description: GTALUG Talk >Unsubscribe via Talk-unsubscribe(a)lists.gtalug.org >Start a new thread: talk(a)lists.gtalug.org >This message archived at https://lists.gtalug.org/archives/list/talk@lists.gtalug.org/message/QNDQP3…

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Mailing List Software Upgrade
by Ron 12 Jun '25

12 Jun '25

We're live with the new mailing list software. The upgrade was as smooth as greased gravel and hopefully you won't notice a thing. There are new names for the lists, where we've changed from talk(a)gtalug.org to talk(a)lists.gtalug.org If you have any contact info for GTALUG, maybe update those? But, we're configured such that messages to the old list *should* be seamlessly redirected to the new list, so you don't actually have to do anything at all. Thanks for your patience should any hiccups arise...

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Speakers...
by Alan Heighway 12 Jun '25

12 Jun '25

At the last meeting I mentioned that we need speakers for up coming meetings. I, however, do no have the contacts that many of you have in the Linux and Floss world. I have topic ideas, but no speakers... This is your group too and the BOD can only do so much. I will be posting a link in the next coming days with a list of topics. If you feel you can do a talk, or know of someone who can, on any of them, please reach out (speakers(a)gtalug.org) I still have no speaker for next week, not for the lack of trying. Thank you, Alan. *A*lan *H*eighway <http://heighway.ca/> heighway.ca 416-712-5247 VA3WAH / VA3YKZ [image: Please consider the environment before printing]

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2FA for web sign in
by Scott Allen 11 Jun '25

11 Jun '25

It was requested that we send some test messages to the new mail list, so here's one, with a purpose. Is there a way to enable two factor authentication for signing in to the mail list web site at https://lists.gtalug.org ? Ideally (for me) using a hardware security key, such as a YubiKey or Google Titan, or less ideally, using FIDO one-time code from the Google Authenticator app or equivalent, or even less ideally, from an e-mailed code. -- Scott

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on internet speeds and crossing providers?
by Karen Lewellen 11 Jun '25

11 Jun '25

Hi folks, I am moving, and my new situation does not include Internet in the rent. stunning how many landlords include it these days though. Anyway its been almost 4 years since I shopped for a plan. Add that all my stuff is wired, along with my likely keeping Fibe with bell, and I have two questions. First, can I say find a good internet plan elsewhere, yet use bell for television? I run DOS. I do not watch movies on my computer. While I do download audio, its not likely to be expansive. that a bell sells rep said I had to buy unlimited, at $75, seemed well goofy. So, just what do those numbers really mean in terms of real value? Could I find a better price for Internet, keeping cable with them? many moons ago I did that very thing, cable was with Rogers, home phone and Internet with bell..but this was years ago. Ideas? Cheers, Karen

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Reminder: TONIGHT - June Meeting of GTALUG :
by Alan Heighway 10 Jun '25

10 Jun '25

OBS: Open Broadcast Software <https://www.gtalug.org/?p=253> Description: OBS: Open Broadcaster Software – What Is It, How Do I Set It Up, and How Can It Work for You? Curious about streaming, recording, or running a live show? Join us for a hands-on session all about OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) – the powerful, free, and open-source tool used by content creators worldwide. Alan will take you on a guided tour of OBS, showcasing its core features and how it can be used for everything from simple screen recordings to fully-produced livestreams. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking to refine your setup, you’ll learn: - What OBS is and what it can do - How to download, install, and set up your first scene - Adding video, audio, images, and screen captures - Best practices for smooth streaming and high-quality recording - Tips and tricks to make your production look polished and professional Stick around for an open Q&A session, where Alan will answer your questions, troubleshoot common problems, and help you get comfortable with broadcasting. No experience required – just bring your curiosity! Speaker: Alan Heighway Agenda: 1. Business Meeting 2. Presentation 3. Discussion 4. Adjournment 5. More Discussion @ the Pub (Optional) Date / Time: June 10th, 2025 19:30 EST Location: In Person: TMU George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre, 245 Church Street (just north of Dundas), Room 201 (See note below) Online using Nextcloud: https://hub.gtalug.org/call/7m45sf9i NOTE: The doors to the building are normally locked. There will be someone from GTALUG at the doors on the southeast corner of Church and Gould to let people in. If you come late or don’t see anyone at the door please SMS at 647 657 6575 for THIS NIGHT ONLY. Do not call. *A*lan *H*eighway <http://heighway.ca/> heighway.ca 416-712-5247 VA3WAH / VA3YKZ [image: Please consider the environment before printing]

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Apache2+Wordpress URL gets rewritten
by William Witteman 06 Jun '25

06 Jun '25

Hi! Perhaps someone can help me. I have two domains which both point to the same website (Debian, Apache2, Wordpress). When I put either URL in the browser's address bar, I get to the site (yay), and the URL gets rewritten in the address bar to the default (boo). The two domains are in different languages, so ideally you would get the language appropriate to the URL you used, but because it gets rewritten, I can't seem to make this work. Any hints would be appreciated! Apache config details: each URL is a separate virtual host, but both point to the same document root. Language stuff in Wordpress is managed by WPML, which would give me the option to read the URL and display the appropriate language... except it doesn't work because the URL is getting rewritten. Thank you!

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Video production...
by Colin McGregor 30 May '25

30 May '25

I have always thought that video production was the domain of those other (non-Linux) platforms, but live and learn. Here is a video by one YouTuber who explains how she puts together educational videos just with software tools / hardware that is available for / supported by Linux. https://youtu.be/PEFqdqRr18E?si=uwgtro-pI6gV9fxr I have no idea how well the tools noted compare against the other platforms, but at least I now know that there is at least one road to video production open under Linux. Colin.

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Reminder: General Meeting - May 13th, 2025
by Alan Heighway 11 May '25

11 May '25

Round Table Discussion <https://www.gtalug.org/?p=244> Description: Got a burning question or a topic you’re eager to explore? Whether it’s something we haven’t touched on yet or a subject from a previous discussion you’d like to revisit, this is the meeting for you. Join us for an open, round-table style session where the agenda is driven by *you*. We’ll be collecting questions and topics from both in-person attendees and online participants, and we’ll address each one during the meeting. This is your chance to: - Ask the questions you’ve been holding onto - Share insights or experiences related to ongoing conversations - Suggest new ideas or areas for group exploration No topic is too big or too small—if it sparks curiosity or conversation, we want to hear it. And if any discussion opens the door to a deeper dive, we’ll consider dedicating a future meeting to that subject alone. Come ready to speak, listen, and engage. This is your platform. Speaker: Moderator: Alan Heighway Agenda: 1. Business Meeting 2. Presentation 3. Discussion 4. Adjournment 5. More Discussion @ the Pub (Optional) Date / Time: May 13th, 2025 19:30 EST Location: In Person: TMU George Vari Engineering and Computing Centre, 245 Church Street (just north of Dundas), Room 201 (See note below) Online using Nextcloud: https://hub.gtalug.org/call/7m45sf9i NOTE: The doors to the building are normally locked. There will be someone from GTALUG at the doors on the southeast corner of Church and Gould to let people in. If you come late or don’t see anyone at the door please SMS at 647 657 6575 for THIS NIGHT ONLY. Do not call. *A*lan *H*eighway <http://heighway.ca/> heighway.ca 416-712-5247 VA3WAH / VA3YKZ [image: Please consider the environment before printing]

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