[Eug-lug] The Future of EUGLUG...laissez faire

[Brian Gallagher]

I have an art project that has to be completed by August 28, but, yes I 
will help after that.  We might as well get started defining the scope 
of the project.  Here are a few points I would make:

1) I have asked the ELUG to maintain a sub-group mailing list 
computerarts at euglug.org we may want to talk there.  I think you will see 
that this is more of a design project.  I like to talk in a more verbose 
manner, less linear, this helps ease the technical discussion.

2) Used computer parts are prone to maintenance issues.  I imagine that 
these kiosks would be used by local companies, probably non-profits, who 
wouldn't mind the issues if they can get their message out more 
effectively.  This may simply be a one-of-a-kind design and therefore 
you are leading the design process.

3) I am not the Linux guru, that others in this group are, I am involved 
with the art end of Linux use.  I think we can muddle through and I 
wouldn't get involved if I thought otherwise.  I  am getting  involved  
because your positive reputation proceeds you Lorraine.  I have followed 
your development for over six years, since I was a computer recycler at 
Goodwill here in Eugene.

4) Touch screens are hard to come by, so this will be a more basic 
design.  I like the things I create to be as professional as possible, 
within time constraints.  I hope you do too.  Lets here what you have in 
mind for your CRRC kiosk message!
 
info at lanecrrc.org wrote:
> Exciting! Wanna help us get the first one built?
>
> lorraine
> On 7/25/06 4:43 PM, "Brian Gallagher" <baggab at pacinfo.com> wrote:
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>> I was also thinking that you could make a side business out of this
>> project once you have prototyped the kiosk.  Informational kiosks are
>> here to stay, why shouldn't they be built here in Eugene out of reused
>> parts.  Once you have a clever and decorative design exterior you  would
>> be well on your way to branding a product.  No one will care if the guts
>> are old computer as long as it is safe and up to code.  You could build
>> a cottage industry.  Look what Obie Media did for buses.
>>
>> It's all about turning trash into treasure!
>>
>> info at lanecrrc.org wrote:
>>     
>>> I would be interested in doing things like this for sure. A kiosk with this
>>> kind of interaction could be hauled to our in door tabling events and sit
>>> nicely in our trade both space.....
>>> lorraine
>>>
>>>
>>> On 7/25/06 11:40 AM, "Brian Gallagher" <baggab at pacinfo.com> wrote:
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>>>> ELUG has been more of a true users group over the years...from my
>>>> vantage point on the sidelines...technical problems and solutions for
>>>> individuals in the group and an occasional outsider.  I believe that
>>>> model will continue.
>>>>
>>>> I have the unfortunate distinction of having a phone number that is one
>>>> digit off the Guitar Center.  Given the number of calls I get, I see
>>>> there is a classical guitar community in Eugene.  Those people use sheet
>>>> music, so maybe we could interest them in Lilypond.
>>>>
>>>> My (standard, goofy, self-deprecating) point is to target
>>>> micro-applications for end-user support.  Lorrane, would you allow
>>>> space in  your  shop for a computer kiosk demo for these
>>>> micro-applications?  I suggest a Max Headroom talking head that shows
>>>> the potential user what the program does and if it is better then the
>>>> proprietary equivalent.
>>>>
>>>> My conclusion is that  you  have to sell to the end-user.
>>>>
>>>> Brian
>>>>
>>>> P.S.  what happened over at the Science Factory Children's Museum.  Are
>>>> we building a bridge there?
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