Open Source Cyber Cafe

A Project of the Legal Services Technology Network, the Nonprofit Open Source Initiative, and the National Technology Assistance Project

Circuit Rider's Roundup...

The Cafe made its debut at the 2002 NTEN Technology Circuit Riders Roundup, held this year on April 12-14 in Orlando, FL. The Roundup is an annual conference of nonprofit technology assistance providers. These include consultants and staff who assist non-profit organizations of all sizes around the country with technology decision-making and implementation.

The Cafe was a big hit at with Roundup attendees. Throughout the two-day conference, the Cafe's five laptops, all running Linux Terminal Server, were in almost constant use. Many users stopped by to ask questions about open source software. Many others just wanted to check their email, but in the process found themselves trying out Linux and other OSS programs for the first time.

Here's a sample of what users had to say:
'It [OSS] was less intimidating than I thought. In fact, I have no idea what I was afraid of before.'

'This changed my opinion of open source for sure. When I have a chance I'm going to check it out more.'

'Pretty impressive.'

'Easy to use.'

'I used the Cyber Café and really appreciated it. I think you should promote yourself more.'

'Very strong effort. Bravo!'