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

[info at lanecrrc.org]

Hey hey,
We have a working touch screen flat panel, and another one that needs a new
backlight. I'll be seeing if our board member can repair the backlight issue
on the second one.
What we are thinking about is an interactive kiosk-what's in your
computer/monitor and what's it made out of and what can be made out of the
waste material that is inside your computer.
Our volunteer, Ed, would like to be the contact person for this project. Ed
speaks Linux and is interested in seeing the kiosk's being made. You can
contact Ed at
<ed at lanecrc.org>
I could assist with the education piece-
We'll take your help Brian, whenever you have time. IF you could contact Ed
and get the ball rolling, that would be great.
lorraine


On 7/26/06 3:38 AM, "Brian Gallagher" <baggab at pacinfo.com> wrote:

> 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:
>> 
>>   
>>> 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:
>>>> 
>>>>   
>>>>       
>>>>> 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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