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← Older revision		Revision as of 20:16, 27 June 2014
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−	{{~~migrate~~}}	+	{{migrated}}
		+	[https://docs.google.com/document/d/1p4ToOD0qbvfpcuH7rvaTmHnYvIFh-WdPLpKST0L5WL4/edit?usp=sharing link]
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	Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek!		Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek!

← Older revision		Revision as of 19:04, 28 March 2014
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	Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek!		Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek!

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 *Restart your system, then follow the instructions on the screen (language select, time zone etc).
-;Freegeek Manual - General introduction to your new-to-you computer
+;'''Freegeek Manual''' - General introduction to your new-to-you computer
 :If not on your desktop, click on "Applications" on the top of the screen, go to "Other" and select "Freegeek Manual".
-;Take free classes offered at Free Geek
+;Take '''free classes''' offered at Free Geek
 :Class descriptions and signup information can be found at http://www.freegeek.org/about/classes/
-;The Xubuntu and Ubuntu operating system websites - excellent repositories of information!
+;The '''Xubuntu and Ubuntu operating system websites''' - excellent repositories of information!
 :General: http://www.xubuntu.org/
 :Documentation for Ubuntu version 12.04 (Xubuntu 12.04 is a variation of this): https://help.ubuntu.com/12.04/index.html
 :Support: http://www.ubuntu.com/support
-;Looking for a Linux equivalent for a favorite program?
+;'''Looking for a Linux equivalent for a favorite program?'''
 :Search the Internet for: "linux software equivalent" [your program]''
 :Visit http://alternativeto.net to find an other recommended programs
-;If you keep Xubuntu on your system, you can call our tech support with software questions. Sometimes they will ask you to bring your organization's computer to our location.  Almost all hardware is covered for a year from the day you pick up your systems.
+;If you keep Xubuntu on your system, you can call our '''tech support''' with software questions. Sometimes they will ask you to bring your organization's computer to our location.  Almost all hardware is covered for a year from the day you pick up your systems.
 :Tech Support Hours
 :Tuesday-Saturday: 12-5:45 PM
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 :Portland, OR 97214
 :''Leave a message if you are calling outside tech support hours.''
-;We only provide tech support to the direct recipient of granted hardware. If you choose the give your hardware to another party, they will not receive this benefit.
+;We only provide tech support to the '''direct recipient of granted hardware'''. If you choose the give your hardware to another party, they will not receive this benefit.
 [[Category:Hardware Grants]]

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 *To create your first user account, click on Menu>System>Prepare for shipping to end user. This will '''erase ALL personal information on your computer''' including any pictures or files you've saved!
 *Restart your system, then follow the instructions on the screen (language select, time zone etc).
 ;Freegeek Manual - General introduction to your new-to-you computer
 :If not on your desktop, click on "Applications" on the top of the screen, go to "Other" and select "Freegeek Manual".
 ;Take free classes offered at Free Geek
 :Class descriptions and signup information can be found at http://www.freegeek.org/about/classes/
 ;The Xubuntu and Ubuntu operating system websites - excellent repositories of information!
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 :Documentation for Ubuntu version 12.04 (Xubuntu 12.04 is a variation of this): https://help.ubuntu.com/12.04/index.html
 :Support: http://www.ubuntu.com/support
 ;Looking for a Linux equivalent for a favorite program?
 :Search the Internet for: "linux software equivalent" [your program]''
 :Visit http://alternativeto.net to find an other recommended programs
 ;If you keep Xubuntu on your system, you can call our tech support with software questions. Sometimes they will ask you to bring your organization's computer to our location.  Almost all hardware is covered for a year from the day you pick up your systems.

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−	Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek! ~~Here is some information we think would be vital for you to know.~~	+	Your organization is now the proud new owner of refurbished hardware from Free Geek!

	'''First time login password: freegeek'''		'''First time login password: freegeek'''

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	;Take free classes offered at Free Geek		;Take free classes offered at Free Geek
	:Class descriptions and signup information can be found at http://www.freegeek.org/about/classes/		:Class descriptions and signup information can be found at http://www.freegeek.org/about/classes/
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−	~~;How to add proprietary media playing abilities including Adobe Flash~~
−	*Open Menu->System->Synaptic Package Manager and enter your password. Now go to the Settings->Repositories menu and check the option “Software restricted by copyright or legal issues (multiverse)." Now, click “Close” and then click the blue "Reload" button in the upper left corner. Close this window.
−	*Open up your web browser and go the URL tinyurl.com/fgclass and copy the line of code on that page:
−	~~sudo apt-get install -y vlc xubuntu-restricted-extras libdvdread4 && sudo /usr/share/doc/libdvdread4/install-css.sh~~
−	*Go to Menu->Accessories->Terminal Emulator and type or (preferably) paste the above exactly as it appears. Enter your password (note that it will not look like you're typing anything) and hit enter.
−	**After going through some processes a blue screen will require your input. Hit the “tab” button to get to “OK” and then hit enter. On the next blue screen hit tab again to get to “Yes” and hit enter.

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 '''First time login password: freegeek'''
-*To create your first user account, click on Menu>System>Prepare for shipping to end user. '''This will erase ALL personal  information on your computer including any pictures or files you've saved!''
+*To create your first user account, click on Menu>System>Prepare for shipping to end user. This will '''erase ALL personal information on your computer''' including any pictures or files you've saved!
 *Restart your system, then follow the instructions on the screen (language select, time zone etc).

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 '''First time login password: freegeek'''
-*To create your first user account, click on System>Administration>Prepare for shipping to end user. Restart your system, then follow the instructions on the screen (language select, time zone etc).
+*To create your first user account, click on Menu>System>Prepare for shipping to end user. '''This will erase ALL personal  information on your computer including any pictures or files you've saved!''
 ;Freegeek Manual - General introduction to your new-to-you computer
 :If not on your desktop, click on "Applications" on the top of the screen, go to "Other" and select "Freegeek Manual".
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-If you choose to '''add proprietary media playing abilities''', including Adobe Flash, please follow these directions exactly as they are presented:
+;How to add proprietary media playing abilities including Adobe Flash
-*Go to System>Administration>Software sources (enter your password) and check the “Software restricted by copyright or legal issues”. Click the "Other Software" tab and check the box next to "http://archive.canonical.com/ubuntu lucid partner". Now, click “Close” and then click “Reload” on the new screen that pops up.
+*Open Menu->System->Synaptic Package Manager and enter your password. Now go to the Settings->Repositories menu and check the option “Software restricted by copyright or legal issues (multiverse)." Now, click “Close” and then click the blue "Reload" button in the upper left corner.  Close this window.
 *Open up your web browser and go the URL tinyurl.com/fgclass and copy the line of code on that page:
-sudo apt-get install -y vlc ubuntu-restricted-extras libdvdread4 && sudo /usr/share/doc/libdvdread4/install-css.sh
+sudo apt-get install -y vlc xubuntu-restricted-extras libdvdread4 && sudo /usr/share/doc/libdvdread4/install-css.sh
-*Go to Applications>Accessories>Terminal and type or (preferably) paste the above exactly as it appears.  You will be prompted to enter your password. When you enter your password, it will look like you are not typing.  This is for your security.  Once you input your password, hit enter.
+*Go to Menu->Accessories->Terminal Emulator and type or (preferably) paste the above exactly as it appears.  Enter your password (note that it will not look like you're typing anything) and hit enter.
 **After going through some processes a blue screen will require your input. Hit the “tab” button to get to “OK” and then hit enter. On the next blue screen hit tab again to get to “Yes” and hit enter.
-;The Ubuntu operating system website - an excellent repository of information!
+;The Xubuntu and Ubuntu operating system websites - excellent repositories of information!
-:General: http://www.ubuntu.com/
+:General: http://www.xubuntu.org/
-:Documentation for Ubuntu version 10.04: https://help.ubuntu.com/10.04/index.html
+:Documentation for Ubuntu version 12.04 (Xubuntu 12.04 is a variation of this): https://help.ubuntu.com/12.04/index.html
 :Support: http://www.ubuntu.com/support
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-;If you keep Ubuntu on your system, you can call our tech support with software questions. Sometimes they will ask you to bring your organization's computer to our location.  Hardware is covered for a year from the day you pick up your systems.
+;If you keep Ubuntu on your system, you can call our tech support with software questions. Sometimes they will ask you to bring your organization's computer to our location.  Almost all '''hardware is covered for a year from the day you pick up your systems'''.
 :Tech Support Hours
 :Tuesday-Saturday: 12-5:45 PM
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-;Call or email to get back in touch with the hardware grants group and/or your shepherd.
+;Call or email to get back in touch with the hardware grants group:
 :(503) 232-9350 ext. 116
 [[Category:Hardware Grants]]