Talk:Getting Started Class Teacher's Outline

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Alternate section 2: I just did this today.

  1. using the command line to be root
  2. change password/add user
  3. log in as new user
  4. changing settings with the control panel
    first i changed the background and went over user-specific settings, then we fixed the time on one of the computers and thereby demonstrated using gui tools as root.
  5. the Internet & ISPs
  6. finding more information/getting support
  7. log out & shut down
  8. paperwork & going home

--Ideath 15:53, 15 Apr 2005 (PDT)

I began reworking this entire guide based on my personal experience. I am intending to make this a template for every class, and it is very much a work in progress. Please provide any feedback on the process.Rhean 19:42, 19 October 2011 (UTC)

Section 1

Flash, Java, and DVD Software

Explain to students that they now have the option to add software that will allow them to play DVDs and other music and movie formats. This software is not installed by default because of licensing and legal issues, but it is not likely they could have any issues by installing the software. If they are concerned about the legal issues, they do not have to install these components, but they may have trouble viewing or listening to certain media. More details for these steps (and a screenshot) can be found at Multimedia and DVDs in Ubuntu

  • Open Menu->System->Synaptic Package Manager and go to the Settings->Repositories menu. Check the “Software restricted by copyright or legal issues” and then enter your password. Now, click “Close” and then click the blue "Reload" button in the upper left corner.
  • I think we should provide the option for them to choose between installing CLI or Synaptic. -Ben Close Synaptic, then open up your web browser and go the URL tinyurl.com/fgclass or http://wiki.freegeek.org/index.php/Getting_Started_Class_Teacher%27s_Outline#Flash.2C_Java.2C_and_DVD_Software and copy the line of code found 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 with right click the above exactly as it appears.
  • 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.

This procedure adds a second media player (VLC) which will appear in Applications>Sound and Video as well as Java, Quicktime, Microsoft fonts and some other media helpers and plugins. The installation may appear to stall part way through. Be patient.

Test Flash and Java

Test that the restricted extras package (which includes Flash and Java support) was properly installed by going to http://www.youtube.com. Have students quickly search for and play a video.

CD/DVD Test

Pass out a CD and DVD to each student in order to explain use as well as test the drives and speakers. Encourage students to eject discs through software. Perhaps show how to unmount the drive should the software get confused when ejecting from hardware.

Updates Part One

Explain what updates are and that they are an important step in keeping their computer running properly. Generally an icon will appear notifying them of Updates. Show students how to check for updates by clicking on Menu --> System --> Update Manager. Students can take a break while computer is updating.

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