05.31.07
Simplify, Man.
So, in recent discussions with a few of the teachers that I routinely force my CD upon, I mean users, one thing has come up time and time again: there is just too much “stuff” for non-technical users, and it can be a bit “intimidating”.
Honestly, to show how far off I was from understanding my target audience, I actually have always strived to cram as absolutely much Free Software for Public Schools into each release, believing that an abundance choice is the ultimate feature.
In response, I will be preparing a new development model for the future EDU-Nix Dual Mode CD’s, essentially adapting a Slax-like distribution method of a base CD image that provides core Desktop functionality, and a comprehensive set of modules and Windows installers for Open Source Schoolware.
Users can opt to create their own customized version of the Dual-Mode CD by downloading the base and any modules they would like, or (finally) order either customized or specialized discs.
Customized Discs:
I can work with your school or organization in order to create a customized, branded Dual-Mode or Standard Live CD that includes exactly the applications and documents that you require.
Specialized Discs:
Utility-Oriented, pre-selected “standard” configurations, beginning with an OpenOffice.org/OpenClipart CD, which is by request.
The next generation of CD’s will once again be based on Slackware (v11), using the Linux-Live 6.x script - I have not yet decided if it will be a straight Slax remaster, or a homegrown base system. All CD’s, including the Base Desktop CD, will include all sources.