Hi there, I’m about to organize an install party for my local community with the help of two other Linux enthusiasts. Has anyone ever done that here? Do you have any tips on which distro to install or what people absolutely need to know before leaving the room?

On the distro side I’m thinking fedora or Linux mint buy I have no experience with the latter, it just seems very beginner-friendly.

I’m also planning to start with a quick presentation on what is linux and the basis (distribution, package manager, root, …).

Also, I don’t know how much time we need (I guess it depends on how many people show up but we’ll certainly limit to 10 or so per party).

Thanks for your help 🙂

  • SayCyberOnceMore@feddit.ukEnglish
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    2 days ago

    Anyone new to a subject gains their confidence (or not) if you’re confident (or not)

    So, I’d suggest picking 1 distro to install,.and make sure you’re familiar with it.

    Have multiple copies of the installer ready so you’re able to get things running in parallel and then you’re 75% ready.

    Also be prepared for people turning up with all their cherished photos on their laptop not understanding what you’re about to do, so they’ll say they’re happy for you to install a new OS and then be upset that pictures of Fluffy aren’t there any more…