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Option 1: Silver_Fox

About Me

My screen name is partially derived from the colour of my hair, Silver. I also like foxes, hence Silver Fox. Nothing else to say really about it, sorry that their is no big mystery

Ubuntu was first introduced to me by a colleague and since then it has become my operating system of choice. From tentative steps I feel that I am now quite confident with it. I have managed to successfully introduce a few friends to the operating system and now serve as their immediate access to help.

Socially

Socially I try to stay fit and active. My fitness regime includes Running, Cycling, Swimming and Badminton. I am also a keen snooker and pool player. Playing Snooker and Pool for the local pub team is my way of relaxing whilst at the same time socializing with friends.

I am not really a film buff, but can appreciate good cinema. I do however like music, especially from the 60's era.

Professionally

I'm an IT professional working in the United Kingdom. I have been working as web developer and database administrator in a very small development team. Our latest project is a web information system that has been written primerilly in php.

In recent months I have been making use of a WUBI install of Ubuntu on a work computer. This first hand experience has given me the unique perspective to critically evaluate its uses. I find it an ideal way of introducing Microsoft Windows users to the operating system. I eagerly wait for MUBI to be released (similar to WUBI except for Apple Macs)

Ubuntu Participation

Beginners Team

I am not a member of the Beginners Team yet. I am currently in the process of joinig it and have (insert a name as a master. I wish to join this team because (insert reasons). I aim to become a team member by (insert a date).

Ubuntu Forums

Unanswered Posts Team

I am not a member of this team at present. I believe that I could contribute to this team as I have a diverse skill/knowledge base that may be of benefit to others.

UK Local Community Team

Internet Relay Chat

My registered IRC nickname is Silver_Fox_. I am looking forward to getting to know the Ubuntu community members better through this medium. I am usually present in the following channels:

1. #ubuntuforums
2. #ubuntu-beginners
3. #ubuntu-beginners-YNU
4. #ubuntu-beginners-help
5. #ubuntu-uk

Linux User Group (LUG)

I do not attend any LUG's currently, though it is something I would like to get involved with. I hope to find out more about any LUG's near to me and attend a meeting soon.

Goals For The Future

1. Continue to post in support sections of the ubuntu forums
2. Continue to get Friends and Family trying Ubuntu
3. Become an Ubuntu Beginners Team member
4. Continue to offer assistance on IRC
5. Join a LUG

Testimonials

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