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GNU/Linux Training and Courses Seeds for Change provides training and support for both users and Systems Administrators of GNU/Linux.		Linux Briefing for IT Decision Makers Training for Linux Users Training for Administrators Training for IT Support and Helpdesk Staff Strategic, technical and support services for migration and training
These training seminars take place regularly at various locations around the UK. Seminars can also be held at your place of business, or other venue to suit.
Linux Briefing for IT Decision Makers A briefing for IT directors and managers who are interested in the benefits that the low cost, stable and secure GNU/Linux system can bring to their organisation. By the end of the briefing you will have the technical and strategic overview necessary to make the decisions on whether to migrate to GNU/Linux.		Briefing Outline (half day or one day) The briefing looks at the capabilities of GNU/Linux compared to your current system, and looks at the question of licencing and total cost of migration and upgrade solutions. A server and desktop machine will be available to show just how easy to use GNU/Linux can be, and our experienced trainers will be on hand to answer any queries Introduction to Open Source and Free Software Analysis of stability and security characteristics Demonstrations of ease of use Windows compatibility Support availability Licencing models Total Cost of Ownership and Migration comparison with Microsoft Rates £450 for the first day or part day per person. Reduced rates are available if there are several participants from the same organisation and for non-profit organisations - please contact us to discuss terms.
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Training for Users We provide both introductory and comprehensive training for users. Training can be tailor made and carried out on site, or delegates can come to one of our regular courses at central locations.		Course Outline (half day, one day or three day courses) The training course for users is designed for those new to Linux or Unix, but who have experience using personal computers and wish to learn about Linux basics. Prerequisites for this course include knowledge and some experience of personal computers. Tailor made training is available for those who do not fulfil these prerequisites, or wish to have a more in depth training. Basic Components Philosopy and history of GNU/Linux Introduction to the desktops Common desktop applications (e.g. Office, email, web-browsing) File management File permissions, user access Advanced users components GNU/Linux Distributions Command Line usage GNU/Linux Installation GNU/Linux maintenance Rates £450 for the first day or part day per person. Reduced rates are available if there are several participants from the same organisation and for non-profit organisations - please contact us to discuss terms.
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Linux Administration Training Training for Systems Administrators can be tailor made to take account of the specific needs of your network, or delegates can come to one of our regular courses at central locations.		Course Outline (two, three and four day courses) The training course for administrators is designed for advanced users of MS-Windows or MacOS, or current users of Linux who need to be able to quickly and efficiently understand and administer a GNU/Linux system. Prerequisites for this course include advanced user experience of other Operating Systems, or user level knowledge of Unix or GNU/Linux. The course is also suitable for those who need to consolidate and build on experience already gained from using or administering Unix or GNU/Linux Tailor made training is available for those who do not fulfil these prerequisites, or wish to have training relevant to a specific network. Philosopy and history of GNU/Linux Introduction to the desktops Remote Administration Documentation and Support Software Management Introduction to the File system File management File permissions, user access GNU/Linux Distributions Command Line usage X-Window Configuration and use User Management Booting and Runlevels Networking Configuration Samba (Windows File and Print service interoperability) Scheduling System and User Data Backups Rates £450 for the first day, £350 for each consecutive day. Reduced rates are available if there are several participants from the same organisation and for non-profit organisations - please contact us to discuss terms.
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Training for IT Support and Helpdesk Staff Training for IT Support and Helpdesk Staff can be tailor made to take account of the specific needs of your network, or delegates can come to one of our regular courses at central locations.		Course Outline (two, three and four day courses) This training course is designed for the level of understanding and experience required by IT Support and Helpdesk staff. An understanding of both front end and back end applications, as well as remote administration of desktops is taught. advanced users of MS-Windows or MacOS, or current users of Linux who need to be able to quickly and efficiently understand a GNU/Linux system in order to provide support to users. Prerequisites for this course include advanced user experience of other Operating Systems, or user level knowledge of Unix or GNU/Linux. The course is also suitable for those who need to consolidate and build on experience already gained from using or administering Unix or GNU/Linux. Tailor made training is available for those who do not fulfil these prerequisites, or wish to have training relevant to a specific network. Philosopy and history of GNU/Linux Command Line Usage Documentation and Support Remote Desktop manipulation Software Management X-Window Configuration and use Introduction to the File system File system security User Management Booting and Runlevels Networking Configuration Samba (Windows File and Print service interoperability) Scheduling System and User Data Backups Advanced Command Line and Shell Scripting Rates £450 for the first day, £350 for each consecutive day. Reduced rates are available if there are several participants from the same organisation and for non-profit organisations - please contact us to discuss terms.
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Contact Contact Seeds for Change for dates and further details of courses: Phone 0845 330 7583 email linux@seedsforchange.org.uk PGP Public Key Address Seeds for Change 96 Church St Lancaster LA1 1TD