Plug time (grin):
NEW WEBSITE PORTAL FOR LINUX NEWCOMERS ANNOUNCED
SUNNYVALE, CA - September 29, 1999 - As more and more industry-leading
companies such as Corel Computer, IBM and Sun Microsystems back the Open
Source Operating System Linux, an alternative to Microsoft Windows, a new
web portal site is today announced targetting those new to the Linux and Open
Source world.
LinuxNewbie.com - "LNC", spearheaded by British webmaster James Green and a
team of volunteers worldwide, aims to introduce the public to the new OS, and
guide them through the various aspects of the system from the many situations
in which Linux can be used - both in the server and desktop environments.
LNC will contain regularly updated reviews and previews on current and
forthcoming software, Features covering specialist topics such as networking
and security, a comprehensive searchable database of problems and solutions,
Opinion columns from staff and visitor-submissions, Tutorials covering popular
software, a forum where new users can ask their questions and view answers
over the web, a regularly updated news facility and much more.
Site Manager James Green said today, "LNC will we hope provide a leading
source of news, information and guidance to the many new Linux users out
there. We also understand that while many people may have used Microsoft
Windows OSes before, many may not have, and so our content will not be focused
solely on Windows to Linux transitions - it will cover all backgrounds and
should provide a useful insight into Linux for those who are still thinking of
installing it."
LNC has the support of leading Linux solutions-provider VA Linux Systems, Inc.
who are providing the facilities at no cost to make the site possible.
James Green added, "As a project aimed at the Open Source community, we
welcome the involvement of the public in making the web site as friendly and
comprehensive as possible, therefore applications from visitors to assist us
in achieving this will be encouraged together with regular feedback."
The site will launch during October.
About LNC
LNC is a non-profit project staffed by a team of volunteers around the world
led by Site Manager James Green to create and expand the portal website
LinuxNewbie.com to the benefit of newcomers to Linux and Open Source community
software. It aims to provide helpful and friendly advice and support to all
those who need it wherever they may be. LNC can be found at
http://LinuxNewbie.com/ or by email to feedback(a)linuxnewbie.com.
About VA Linux Systems
VA Linux Systems is a leading provider of Linux computer systems, support and
Internet services. VA is a pioneer in providing high performance workstations
and servers to enterprises, service providers and technical computing markets
and is at the forefront of the open source revolution. VA also sponsors
Linux.com, a leading Linux portal developed and maintained by members of the
Linux community. Based in Sunnyvale, Calif., the privately held company has
gained a reputation for innovation and responsiveness that is making it a
leader in full service Linux solutions. For more information contact VA at
http://www.valinux.com, 888-LINUX-4U or by sending email to sales(a)valinux.com.
Contact:
James Green
Site Manager,
LinuxNewbie.com - LNC
jg(a)linuxnewbie.com
VA Linux Systems
Eureka Endo,
408/542-5754
eureka(a)valinux.com
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James Green jg(a)cyberstorm.demon.co.uk
Site Manager jg(a)linuxnewbie.com
LinuxNewbie.com LNC http://www.cyberstorm.demon.co.uk/
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