[nylug-talk] Questions about upcoming events

[Ron Guerin]

Gregg Levine wrote:
> Hello!
> According to Ron, a fellow named Jack (no last name given) did a
> presentation on small form Linux installs, what are properly called
> embedded Linux systems. (This came up during the ramp up to the last
> session.)

I wasn't being clear.  His presentation included a small hardware
device, but it was on "The Art of Open Source".

> Mine would have included other areas of related involvement such as
> Ethernet connectivity and the use of the GPIO connectors on the
> embedded processor. (And that presupposes that my chosen processor had
> them.)

I know a lot of us find the embedded "space" more interesting than the
desktop/server space right now.  It's got a lot of potential.  I'm in
the camp that argues against turning an old PC into a Linux-based router
based on the electricity cost.  Ditto for turning an old PC into
anything else.  Once you realize what the cost is, you're likely to
conclude it's not worth it.   The mini and embedded systems offer a more
economically favorable environment.

- Ron