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This group is for people who want to hear about, get
support for, or just discuss, computing with
'libre' software. Libre software
is software which is usually gratis, yet is legally licensed in a
specific and
open way to enable and encourage a community friendly sharing culture.
It is worth noting that most ordinary 'free' software is
encumbered with restrictions,
including the restriction through secrecy of its
contents. For four years,
the UK Governments have been very keen to encourage
use of 'Libre' software.
Started 25 years ago 'Libre' (free) Software, not only
survived, but has prospered against intense
opposition to come to dominate many
areas of computing.
There is a lot of libre software for Windows, and a lot
more for systems not running Windows.
The Group will cater for both systems,
Windows and non Windows.
However, it is likely that more time will be spent on
non Windows systems, such as Ubuntu,
because it is more unusual, and has many
advantages.
The Group will be happy to welcome those with a passing
interest or curiosity, also existing users.
If you had been wondering about
your old spare PC, then consider getting this group to work an
Ubuntu 'miracle'
on it, and be amazed!
The Group will meet in the LookIn Community Cafe in
Bracknell town centre, at 1.30pm on the second Tuesday of each month.
For
more information please email
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