Creative Commons - User contributions [en]

LiveContent

2007-08-06T14:02:18Z

Rossendryv: /* Roadmap */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
[[Category:ccLiveCD]]
[[Category:LiveContent]]

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to connect and expand Creative Commons and open source communities. LiveContent works to identify creators and content providers working to share their creations more easily with others. LiveContent works to support developers and others who build better technology to distribute these works. LiveContent is up-to-the-minute creativity, "alive" by being licensed Creative Commons, which allows others to better interact with the content.

LiveContent can be delivered in a variety of ways. The first incarnation of LiveContent will deliver content as a LiveCD. LiveCDs are equivalent to what is called a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro]. LiveCDs have traditionally been a vehicle to test an operating system or applications live. Operating systems and/or applications are directly booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine. LiveContent aims to add value to LiveDistros by providing dynamically-generated content within the distribution.

== Contribute! ==

LiveContent is made possible through the community of creators, content curators, and developers. Creative Commons encourages others to provide ideas, feedback, comments and connections to other projects on this wiki page. There are many ways to contribute:

#Sign up for an account on this wiki and begin adding to the community - your knowledge, ideas and contributions are welcome
#IRC - Channel #CC at http://irc.freenode.net - general chatter from CC-ers, affiliates, guests - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/IRC
#cc-devel listserv - Creative Commons developers email list - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Mailing_Lists

==Roadmap==

===July 23===
* (HIGH PRIORITY) Send off CD for printing early week
*build up steam for the release - press

===July 30===
*press release about the project - work with worldlabel, redhat
*interviews

===August 7===
*LiveContent rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco
*press
*share booth with Fedora

===August 8th===
*LiveContent rollout and demonstration CC Salon - San Francisco

===Future paths for LiveContent===
*how can we better support the idea that content can be considered "alive"?
*how do we get people to interact? - two-pronged
**people search for cc content (like on search.creativecommons.org)
**broadcasting cc content (like RSS feeds from content curators, dynamically-generated content through API and build systems)
*how can we showcase CC content and content curators - how can livecontent be a "window" onto cc-licensed creativity?
*how does LiveContent need to further adapt and mingle with the FOSS movement?
*how can we build infrastructure to enable others to be able to support and use LiveContent?

== Formats for distribution of LiveContent==

=== USB ===
The LiveContent could also be made to fit onto a usb stick so that it can be plugged into computers and boot straight into Linux and/or have Creative Commons licensed content on this thumbdrive.

=== DVD ===
The Free Me project has already produced a [http://questionsplease.org/freeme live DVD] with almost exactly the same ideas behind it. More than willing to lend a hand with this :D. Contact me at [mailto:jonathan.roberts.uk@googlemail.com] if you think I could be of use.

The FramaDVD is a project a a free dvd. All details [http://www.framadvd.org/ here].

=== CD ===
Creative Commons is currently working on creating an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with free open source software (FOSS) and CC-licensed content. Creative Commons will team with [http://fedoraproject.org Fedora] (technical support) and [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] (development and distribution support) in order to produce a LiveCD.

==ccLiveContent v1.0==

First run of LiveContent initiative, to be debuted at LinuxWorld 2007, San Francisco. The iso is being hosted at http://cc-livecontent.dreamhosters.com.

To burn and test a copy of LiveContent v1.0:

#click on the most current iso image (titled "ccLiveContent-LATEST.iso") and download to your computer
#burn the iso onto a CD
#reboot your computer with CD inside
#while computer is rebooting, hold down "boot from disk" key ("C" on Macs, "F12" PCs) - note: the LiveCD can only boot from Intel-architecture machines
#at boot menu, choose "run from CD"

LiveContent will boot and run directly from the CD. Please feel free to test out the interface, applications and cc-licensed content. We truly appreciate your time and effort in logging comments, concerns and suggestions [[LiveContent#testing_feedback|here]]. +

===contents===

=== Fedora 7 ===
Fedora 7 is the Linux operating system that will be running live from the CD. Fedora 7 can be customized by creating "spins." Spins are custom builds of the CD with applications and features that meet the users' needs. A specific spin can be documented by including a "build date" on the CD and its packaging. Any user who has installed Fedora on their machine can spin custom LiveCDs.

====You can create your own LiveCD! with Fedora====
*Graphical User Interface (GUI) - Revisor (comes loaded in Fedora)
*Command Line Interface (CLI) - livecd-creator (creates liveCDs)
*Pungi creates installation discs
**https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi
*users who wish to contribute to Fedora's internal build system need an account **http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts
*Koji is Fedora's server that tracks recent builds
**http://koji.fedoraproject.org

=== FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps ===

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD - licensed public domain
*Totem - audio and video viewer
*gThumb - image viewer
*Evince - PDF Viewer

*note that all these FOSS applications are also available for installation on machines running proprietary operating systems (windows, osx), not just linux machines

=== Creative Commons-licensed content ===
We want to provide examples from each category (audio, video, text, image, education) to showcase on the LiveContent CD. We will develop a system that can automatically pull top content from the sites that we choose (and these sites can change as well).

We'll feature one website/service/cc-content provider from each of the 5 categories for this initial run. We should provide examples of cc-licensed materials from each. don't know how many--we'll see how much room is left on the cd:

*audio - jamendo
**[[Audio#Featured_Audio_Sites|more audio]]
*video - blip.tv
**[[Video#Featured_Video_Sites|more video]]
*image - flickr
**[[Image#Featured_Image_Sites|more image]]
*text - lulu
**[[Text#Featured_Text_sites|more text]]
*education - connexions
**[[Education#Featured_Education_sites|more education]]

*[[Multiple_Formats|even more]]

*what about cc-videos?
*possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox?

=== Documentation ===
*promotional information
**http://why.openoffice.org/why_nfp.html
**would be nice to develop documents for the promotion of FOSS for other applications as well - Why Gimp, Why Inscape, etc.
*http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/
*http://opendocumentfellowship.org/
*explanation of licenses like from the Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/free-culture/the-licenses/
*we should provide a pointer to our new "licenses explained" visual
**http://creativecommons.org/about/licenses/meet-the-licenses
**http://creativecommons.org/about/licenses
* tutorials
**http://www.tutorialsforopenoffice.org/
**http://docs.fedoraproject.org/
**http://www.gimp.org/docs/
**http://www.inkscape.org/doc/index.php

=== Interface and Display Options ===
v1.0 screenshots
<gallery>
Image:cclc_bookmarks.png|bookmarks toolbar
Image:cclc_bootup.png|bootup page
Image:cclc_desktop0.png|desktop wallpaper
Image:cclc_desktop1.png|desktop with content icons
Image:cclc_image.png|image folder open
Image:cclc_menu.png|open applications menu
Image:cclc_popup.png|informational pop-up
Image:cclc_popup0.png|pop-up on desktop
Image:cclc_starting.png|booting screen
Image:cclc_wwtg.png|wanna work together?
</gallery>

==== Themeing ====
*Gnome with cc boot splash, cc desktop, cc content icons

==== Informational Pop-up Screen ====
[[LiveContent_popup_v1_text|This screen]] will be loaded upon booting the CD to welcome users and give an overview of the LiveCD.

===v1.0 testing feedback===

Please help CC make LiveContent the best it can be! Provide feedback under the following categories, or create your own!

====interface====
* desktop icons look like part of the background- they should somehow be raised or otherwise be made to look like an icon, rather than part of the background.
* not clear that using two desktops makes sense; just one more thing for people to click on and be confused by. Make it only one desktop by default, and remove the applet from the panel.
* make CC the default search in FF.
* if there is a global CC ical file, the calendar should be subscribed to it so that it shows up in the calendar in the panel clock.
* folders that are 'bookmarked' show up in the 'Places' menus; would be good to bookmark the various Audio/Video/etc. folders, I think.
* nautilus thumbnails certain media types. The thumbnails should be pre-generated so that there isn't excessive drive access and clock icons when people open the folders for the first time. (They are in .thumbnails, I believe.)
* nautilus can put icons on individual files. I suggest that perhaps nautilus should include icons representing the licenses, and then each media/content file can have the license represented as an icon on the file. (Either as a supplement to, or a replacement for, the ugly license.txt file. The license.txt can be hidden with by placing it in .hidden, as in http://svn.gnome.org/viewcvs/livecd-project/trunk/locales/en_US/home/Desktop/Images%20from%20GNOME%20community%20events/.hidden?view=markup)
* nautilus can reorder and remember the order of files; would be good to order the content directories something like content / web links / license.txt. (That information is stored in ~/.nautilus/metafiles/ if you need to back it up.)
* the pictures should be titled with names/author ('foo by Steve Bar.jpg'), instead of 1.jpg, 2.jpg, etc.
* web icons should have the globe replaced with the sites favico or something like it. (There is a way to do this, but I admit I don't recall what it is.)

====content (audio/video/image/text/education)====

* no Free Culture in Texts? :)
* in Education, probably a link to Curriki would be good. Ditto perhaps http://www.introecon.com/ ?
* perhaps the various CC comics, both http://www.law.duke.edu/cspd/comics/ and http://creativecommons.org/about/licenses/comics1/ ? Not sure where those would go.

====proposed additions/deletions to applications====
* would remove DOM Inspector plugin from FF, and add the MozCC plugin.
* why OpenOffice? Abiword and Gnumeric fit onto a liveCD much, much better- could fit another several dozen megs of content, at least, if you made that swap. (I seem to recall the difference was over 100 megs when I was working on the old GNOME liveCDs.)
* I'd remove gnome-terminal, at least from the final build. No need to have it clutter up the iso or the menus for this target audience.
* the screensaver should be turned on, and set by default to use the pictures in the Images directory.
*For Kids (possible inclusion in future releases)
**http://www.linuxforkids.org/
**[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]
**[http://gcompris.net/-en- qcompris]
**[http://tuxtype.sourceforge.net Tuxtype]
**[http://www.schooltool.org/ Schooltool]
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]

====bugs====

*wireless is not supported on all machines [not fixable by CC]
*system time is incorrect [system does not know the timezone, so never going to know it correctly. Perhaps remove the clock altogether?]
*is there printing support?

====comments/questions====
*note - productivity and creativity apps cannot be independently installed without first installing Fedora - aka liveCD doesn't support application installs before full OS install
**however, most of the applications have been developed for a variety of operating systems in addition to Linux

==ccLiveContent v2.0 - Libraries==

=== ideas to add for v2.0 release ===

*kids programs like tuxpaint
*math app from openoffice - http://www.openoffice.org/product/math.html
*icons that match apps, renaming of things like openoffice
*GNOME accessibility for disabled
*openclipart

*library documentation

=== Rationale ===

We believe that the LiveContent CD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using free open source software within library settings. It will also help to spread the message about Creative Commons and provide examples of different media that has been licensed under Creative Commons. We wish to promote network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

=== Target ===

Our first LiveContent CD will be created for librarians to test for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help the FOSS movement expand. This project will help bring more awareness to open source by providing an example of an operating system and free open source applications that could be implemented on library patron terminals. If the ideas can catch on, the long-range effects might be that libraries would begin to implement free open source software on machines permanently, thus providing a wealth of benefits both to patrons in terms of a more free computing environment and severing the long-standing ties between libraries and proprietary software license fees.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

=== potential benefits ===

*libraries
**save money on proprietary software licensing - total cost of ownership (tco) is less
**libraries can be seen as cutting edge in adoption of open source
**more control over computing environment
**can test on machines without installing
**can also install directly from a desktop image
**most productivity and creativity applications have a free open source counterpart
**increase services to user by offering more software

=== potential concerns ===

*public libraries vs academic libraries - public libraries have less resources, less staff time to examine new products and test out - at the same time FOSS might most benefit small public libraries, especially rural
*academic libraries are often equipped for more research, and might be better geared towards having the resources for testing and future development
*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas, rural?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete
*accessibility
**http://ui.openoffice.org/accessibility/disabilities.html
**http://developer.gnome.org/projects/gap/at-types.html

=== What is the current landscape for library computing? ===

*at San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) main branch, there are two types of computer terminals:
**those that are used solely for card catalog lookup - no other features provided
**those where patrons can access the internet (via internet explorer) and use the Microsoft Office 2003 suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - there are no other applications that are accessible through the tailored, limited-view interface

=== Distribution Options ===

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveContent CD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveContent CD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

During development, we hope to provide preliminary builds and demos that we can send to various organization and libraries so that they can review the LiveContent CD and provide input for further development. Later reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. Reviews could be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

== Resources ==

=== Groups ===

*OCLC
**http://www.oclc.org/

*American Library Association
**http://www.ala.org

*Library Information Technology Association (LITA)
**http://www.lita.org

*Open Source Systems Interest Group (OSSIG)
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*oss4lib
**http://www.oss4lib.org/

*webjunction
**http://webjunction.org/

*maintain IT project
**http://www.maintainitproject.org/

*Linux.com
**http://www.linux.com/

*information wants to be free
**http://meredith.wolfwater.com/wordpress/index.php

*Library Journal
**http://www.libraryjournal.com/

*Librarian.net
**http://www.librarian.net

*San Francisco Public Library
**http://www.sfpl.org

*ALA Techsource
**http://www.techsource.ala.org/

*ALA Information Technology Policy
**http://www.ala.org/ala/washoff/contactwo/oitp/oitpofficeinformation.cfm?CFID=91726038&CFTOKEN=13931461

*Consortium of College and University Media Centers
**http://www.ccumc.org/

*American Association of School Librarians
**http://www.acrl.org/

*american library online
**http://www.ala.org/ala/alonline/

*EDUCAUSE
**http://www.educause.edu/

*SPARC
**http://www.arl.org/sparc/

*coalition of networked information
**http://www.cni.org/

=== People ===

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat/Fedora
**mailto:jaa@redhat.com

*Timothy Vollmer - Creative Commons
**mailto:tvollmer@umich.edu

*Jonathan Roberts - Free Me DVD
**http://questionsplease.org/freeme/

*Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg)

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of LITA
**mailto:jrutherford@wayne.edu

*David Bretthauer of LITA
**mailto:Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu

*Carrie Russell - ALA Office for Information Technology Policy
**mailto:crussell@alawash.org

=== Reading ===

*ALA public library funding & technology access study
**http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/publiclibraryfundingtechnologyaccessstudy/pullibfunandtechaccstudy.htm
*public libraries and the internet
**http://www.ii.fsu.edu/plinternet_findings.cfm
*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734
*Abstract by Siobhan Stevenson, an assistant professor at the Faculty of Information Studies University of Toronto http://www.firstmonday.org/issues/issue12_5/stevenson/index.html
*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

=== LiveCD Examples ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD
* [http://questionsplease.org/freeme Free Me] - Live DVD promoting free culture in the same way

=== LiveCD Resources ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://revisor.fedoraunity.org/ Revisor] - Graphical tool for creating Fedora Live CDs/DVDs/USBs and installation media

=== future ===

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

*how can we expand the idea to more libraries, and which are the best to target
*school integration? k-12, universities?

LiveContent

2007-07-07T00:15:57Z

Rossendryv: /* FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
[[Category:ccLiveCD]]
[[Category:LiveContent]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine. However, whereas LiveDistro relies on static media, LiveContent works to provide a platform to engage with dynamically-built software, applications and constantly-changing user generated content communities.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to connect and expand Creative Commons and open source communities. LiveContent works to identify creators and content providers working to share their creations more easily with others. LiveContent works to support developers and others who build better technology to distribute these works.

=== Contribute! ===

Creative Commons encourages others to provide ideas, feedback, comments and connections to other projects on this wiki page. There are many ways to contribute:

#Sign up for an account on this wiki and begin adding to the community - your knowledge, ideas and contributions are welcome
#IRC - Channel #CC at http://irc.freenode.net - general chatter from CC-ers, affiliates, guests - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/IRC
#cc-devel listserv - Creative Commons developers email list - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Mailing_Lists

=== Formats ===

==== USB ====
The LiveContent could also be made to fit onto a usb stick so that it can be plugged into computers and boot straight into linux and/or have Creative Commons licensed content on this thumbdrive.

==== DVD ====
The Free Me project has already produced a [http://questionsplease.org/freeme live DVD] with almost exactly the same ideas behind it. More than willing to lend a hand with this :D. Contact me at jonathan.roberts.uk@googlemail.com if you think I could be of use.

==== LiveCD ====
[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? We're currently working on creating an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with free open source software (FOSS) and CC-licensed content. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Rationale ====

We believe that the LiveContent CD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using free open source software within library settings. It will also help to spread the message about Creative Commons and provide examples of different media that has been licensed under Creative Commons. We wish to promote network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

==== Target ====

Our first LiveContent CD will be created for librarians to test for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help the FOSS movement expand. This project will help bring more awareness to open source by providing an example of an operating system and free open source applications that could be implemented on library patron terminals. If the ideas can catch on, the long-range effects might be that libraries would begin to implement free open source software on machines permanently, thus providing a wealth of benefits both to patrons in terms of a more free computing environment and severing the long-standing ties between libraries and proprietary software license fees.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

===== possible benefits =====

*libraries
**save money on proprietary software licensing - total cost of ownership (tco) is less
**libraries can be seen as cutting edge in adoption of open source
**more control over computing environment
**can test on machines without installing
**can also install directly from a desktop image
**most productivity and creativity applications have a free open source counterpart
**increase services to user by offering more software

===== one current example of a library computing environment =====

*at San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) main branch, there are two types of computer terminals:
**those that are used solely for card catalog lookup - no other features provided
**those where patrons can access the internet (via internet explorer) and use the Microsoft Office 2003 suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - there are no other applications that are accessible through the tailored, limited-view interface

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
Fedora 7 is the Linux operating system that will be running live from the CD. Fedora 7 can be customized by creating "spins." Spins are custom builds of the CD with applications and features that meet the users' needs. A specific spin can be documented by including a "build date" on the CD and its packaging. Any user who has installed Fedora on their machine can spin custom LiveCDs.

Documentation at http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/

There are differnt ways to create LiveCDs with Fedora:
*Graphical User Interface (GUI) - Revisor (comes loaded in Fedora)
*Command Line Interface (CLI) - livecd-creator (creates liveCDs), [https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi Pungi] (creates installation disks)

*users who wish to contribute to Fedora's internal build system need an account - create account @ http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts
*Koji is Fedora's server that tracks recent builds - http://koji.fedoraproject.org

*testing notes:
**fedora 7 LiveCD Gnome runs extremely slow on a 256MB test machine
**note - productivity and creativity apps cannot be installed at terminals without first installing Fedora - aka liveCD doesn't support application installs before full OS install

===== FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]?
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

*PDF Viewer. Possible PDF editor, Openoffice has excellent PDF export
*SVG Viewer - this is handled with Gimp

*For Kids
**http://www.linuxforkids.org/
**[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]
**[http://gcompris.net/-en- qcompris]
**[http://tuxtype.sourceforge.net Tuxtype]
**[http://www.schooltool.org/ Schooltool]

*A good idea might be to include some promotional information like http://why.openoffice.org/why_nfp.html but also for all the other applications, Why Gimp, Why Inscape, etc.

*note that all these FOSS applications are also available for installation on machines running proprietary operating systems (windows, osx), not just linux machines

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====
We want to provide examples from each category (audio, video, text, image, education) to showcase on the LiveContent CD. We will develop a system that can automatically pull top content from the sites that we choose (and these sites can change as well).

We'll feature one website/service/cc-content provider from each of the 5 categories for this initial run. We should provide examples of cc-licensed materials from each. don't know how many--we'll see how much room is left on the cd:

*audio - jamendo
**[[Audio#Featured_Audio_Sites|more audio]]
*video - blip.tv
**[[Video#Featured_Video_Sites|more video]]
*image - flickr
**[[Image#Featured_Image_Sites|more image]]
*text - ebook?
**[[Text#Featured_Text_sites|more text]]
*education - mit ocw
**[[Education#Featured_Education_sites|more education]]

*[[Multiple_Formats|more]]

*what about cc-videos?
*possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox?

===== Documentation =====

*explanation of licenses like from the Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/free-culture/the-licenses/
*obvious CC explanations - to be displayed in an initial pop-up browser page?
**this should mirror the info we have on the inside of the cd packaging
**http://creativecommons.org/about/licenses/meet-the-licenses
**http://creativecommons.org/about/licenses

*more tutorials
**http://www.tutorialsforopenoffice.org/
**http://www.oooauthors.com/
**http://docs.fedoraproject.org/
**http://www.gimp.org/docs/
**http://www.inkscape.org/doc/index.php

==== Interface and Display Options ====

===== Themeing =====
*Red Hat. CC has provided desktop wallpaper svgs.

===== Initial Pop-up Screen =====
This screen will be loaded upon booting the CD to welcome users and give an overview of the LiveCD.

Some things to include:
*what is a LiveCD
*what is on the cd
**pointer to Fedora docs
**pointer to App docs
**pointer to CC docs
*instructions about how to open applications
*what is FOSS - pointers
*how to save
*how to quit

===== CC control panel =====
*how do we best display the CC-licensed content from our categories?
**custom app - ruled out-- too much work at this point
**webpage - preconfigure firefox to open the files in the correct applications
**customized nautilus window - custom background image to the folder

*utilize icons for the content categories (audio, video, text, image, education) - we have some icons from the website but maybe a bit too old?

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveContent CD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveContent CD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

During development, we hope to provide preliminary builds and demos that we can send to various organization and libraries so that they can review the LiveContent CD and provide input for further development. Later reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. Reviews could be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas, rural?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete
*accessibility
**http://ui.openoffice.org/accessibility/disabilities.html
**http://developer.gnome.org/projects/gap/at-types.html

==== Timeline ====

===== June 11=====
* Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
* Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
* blog post about the project

=====June 18=====
* (DONE) talk to scott about helping us with builds with the correct sizing
* trying out different spins (tvol)
* bug jon to get test computer (tvol)

=====June 25=====
* figure out packaging of physical CD (cardboard insert/cd burns/how many/how long it will take to get manufactured/how much) (tvol + alex))
** (DONE) need to schedule meeting with alex for this week (Monday)
** Explaining CC on the packaging
* make public web page requirements on the wiki (tvol)
** (live.creativecommons.org or creativecommons.org/livecontent or creativecommons.org/live ... maybe for now just redirect to wiki page) (tvol)
** NOTECH: just clean up this wiki page (tvol)
* get the automated fedora build system working! (tannewt)

=====July 2=====
* Have daily builds running on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* planning what docs we need to collect for documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses (tvol)
**pull from documentation on sites--don't reinvent the wheel, utilize wikis, but try to distill important info, especially for new users
**we want the most of these to be present as documentation within the cd, not in print
* conceptualize how to have auto-curated packages (pick one package in each media) (tannewt/tvol) - LiveContent takes off
** what are the top [[Content_Curators|Content Curators]] to have, one each for audio, video, image, and text, education. (tvol)
** develop icons for each of these categories? (alex?)

=====July 9=====
* have basic liveCD build completed (tannewt)

=====July 16=====

* Have all top auto-curated packages building on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* Test out auto-curated packages and communicate with tannewt (tvol)

=====July 23=====
* (HIGH PRIORITY) Send off CD for printing early week
*build up steam for the release
*library distribution options
**how many will get sent out?
**which libraries?

=====July 30=====
*press release about the project -work with worldlabel, redhat
=====August 6=====
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

=====August 8th=====
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Resources ====

===== Groups =====

*OCLC
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*American Library Association http://www.ala.org

*Library Information Technology Association (LITA) http://www.lita.org

*Open Source Systems interest group http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*OpenOffice http://marketing.openoffice.org/ and http://distribution.openoffice.org/

===== People =====

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat mailto:jaa@redhat.com - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Jonathan Roberts - Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
*Mr. Louis Suarez-Potts (Community Manager): mailto:luispo@gmail.com
*distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**mailto:jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**mailto:Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

===== Reading =====

*ALA public library funding & technology access study
**http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/publiclibraryfundingtechnologyaccessstudy/pullibfunandtechaccstudy.htm
*public libraries and the internet
**http://www.ii.fsu.edu/plinternet_findings.cfm
*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734
*Abstract by Siobhan Stevenson, an assistant professor at the Faculty of Information Studies University of Toronto http://www.firstmonday.org/issues/issue12_5/stevenson/index.html

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

===== LiveCD Examples =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD
* [http://questionsplease.org/freeme Free Me] - Live DVD promoting free culture in the same way

===== LiveCD Resources =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://revisor.fedoraunity.org/ Revisor] - Graphical tool for creating Fedora Live CDs/DVDs/USBs and installation media

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-07-06T21:21:54Z

Rossendryv: /* FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
[[Category:ccLiveCD]]
[[Category:LiveContent]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine. However, whereas LiveDistro relies on static media, LiveContent works to provide a platform to engage with dynamically-built software, applications and constantly-changing user generated content communities.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to connect and expand Creative Commons and open source communities. LiveContent works to identify creators and content providers working to share their creations more easily with others. LiveContent works to support developers and others who build better technology to distribute these works.

=== Contribute! ===

Creative Commons encourages others to provide ideas, feedback, comments and connections to other projects on this wiki page. There are many ways to contribute:

#Sign up for an account on this wiki and begin adding to the community - your knowledge, ideas and contributions are welcome
#IRC - Channel #CC at http://irc.freenode.net - general chatter from CC-ers, affiliates, guests - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/IRC
#cc-devel listserv - Creative Commons developers email list - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Mailing_Lists

=== Formats ===

==== USB ====
The LiveContent could also be made to fit onto a usb stick so that it can be plugged into computers and boot straight into linux and/or have Creative Commons licensed content on this thumbdrive.

==== DVD ====
The Free Me project has already produced a [http://questionsplease.org/freeme live DVD] with almost exactly the same ideas behind it. More than willing to lend a hand with this :D. Contact me at jonathan.roberts.uk@googlemail.com if you think I could be of use.

==== LiveCD ====
[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? We're currently working on creating an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with free open source software (FOSS) and CC-licensed content. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Rationale ====

We believe that the LiveContent CD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using free open source software within library settings. It will also help to spread the message about Creative Commons and provide examples of different media that has been licensed under Creative Commons. We wish to promote network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

==== Target ====

Our first LiveContent CD will be created for librarians to test for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help the FOSS movement expand. This project will help bring more awareness to open source by providing an example of an operating system and free open source applications that could be implemented on library patron terminals. If the ideas can catch on, the long-range effects might be that libraries would begin to implement free open source software on machines permanently, thus providing a wealth of benefits both to patrons in terms of a more free computing environment and severing the long-standing ties between libraries and proprietary software license fees.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

===== possible benefits =====

*libraries
**save money on proprietary software licensing - total cost of ownership (tco) is less
**libraries can be seen as cutting edge in adoption of open source
**more control over computing environment
**can test on machines without installing
**can also install directly from a desktop image
**most productivity and creativity applications have a free open source counterpart
**increase services to user by offering more software

===== one current example of a library computing environment =====

*at San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) main branch, there are two types of computer terminals:
**those that are used solely for card catalog lookup - no other features provided
**those where patrons can access the internet (via internet explorer) and use the Microsoft Office 2003 suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - there are no other applications that are accessible through the tailored, limited-view interface

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
Fedora 7 is the Linux operating system that will be running live from the CD. Fedora 7 can be customized by creating "spins." Spins are custom builds of the CD with applications and features that meet the users' needs. A specific spin can be documented by including a "build date" on the CD and its packaging. Any user who has installed Fedora on their machine can spin custom LiveCDs.

Documentation at http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/

There are differnt ways to create LiveCDs with Fedora:
*Graphical User Interface (GUI) - Revisor (comes loaded in Fedora)
*Command Line Interface (CLI) - livecd-creator (creates liveCDs), [https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi Pungi] (creates installation disks)

*users who wish to contribute to Fedora's internal build system need an account - create account @ http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts
*Koji is Fedora's server that tracks recent builds - http://koji.fedoraproject.org

*testing notes:
**fedora 7 LiveCD Gnome runs extremely slow on a 256MB test machine
**note - productivity and creativity apps cannot be installed at terminals without first installing Fedora - aka liveCD doesn't support application installs before full OS install

===== FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]?
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

*PDF Viewer. Possible PDF editor, Openoffice has excellent PDF export
*SVG Viewer - this is handled with Gimp

*For Kids
**http://www.linuxforkids.org/
**[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]
**[http://gcompris.net/-en-/ qcompris]
**[http://tuxtype.sourceforge.net Tuxtype]
**[http://www.schooltool.org/ Schooltool]

*A good idea might be to include some promotional information like http://why.openoffice.org/why_nfp.html but also for all the other applications, Why Gimp, Why Inscape, etc.

*note that all these FOSS applications are also available for installation on machines running proprietary operating systems (windows, osx), not just linux machines

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====
We want to provide examples from each category (audio, video, text, image, education) to showcase on the LiveContent CD. We will develop a system that can automatically pull top content from the sites that we choose (and these sites can change as well).

We'll feature one website/service/cc-content provider from each of the 5 categories for this initial run. We should provide examples of cc-licensed materials from each. don't know how many--we'll see how much room is left on the cd:

*audio - jamendo
**[[Audio#Featured_Audio_Sites|more audio]]
*video - blip.tv
**[[Video#Featured_Video_Sites|more video]]
*image - flickr
**[[Image#Featured_Image_Sites|more image]]
*text - ebook?
**[[Text#Featured_Text_sites|more text]]
*education - mit ocw
**[[Education#Featured_Education_sites|more education]]

*[[Multiple_Formats|more]]

*what about cc-videos?
*possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox?

===== Documentation =====

*explanation of licenses like from the Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/free-culture/the-licenses/
*obvious CC explanations - to be displayed in an initial pop-up browser page?
**this should mirror the info we have on the inside of the cd packaging
**http://creativecommons.org/about/licenses/meet-the-licenses
**http://creativecommons.org/about/licenses

*more tutorials
**http://www.tutorialsforopenoffice.org/
**http://www.oooauthors.com/
**http://docs.fedoraproject.org/
**http://www.gimp.org/docs/
**http://www.inkscape.org/doc/index.php

==== Interface and Display Options ====

===== Themeing =====
*Red Hat. CC has provided desktop wallpaper svgs.

===== Initial Pop-up Screen =====
This screen will be loaded upon booting the CD to welcome users and give an overview of the LiveCD.

Some things to include:
*what is a LiveCD
*what is on the cd
**pointer to Fedora docs
**pointer to App docs
**pointer to CC docs
*instructions about how to open applications
*what is FOSS - pointers
*how to save
*how to quit

===== CC control panel =====
*how do we best display the CC-licensed content from our categories?
**custom app - ruled out-- too much work at this point
**webpage - preconfigure firefox to open the files in the correct applications
**customized nautilus window - custom background image to the folder

*utilize icons for the content categories (audio, video, text, image, education) - we have some icons from the website but maybe a bit too old?

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveContent CD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveContent CD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

During development, we hope to provide preliminary builds and demos that we can send to various organization and libraries so that they can review the LiveContent CD and provide input for further development. Later reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. Reviews could be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas, rural?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete
*accessibility
**http://ui.openoffice.org/accessibility/disabilities.html
**http://developer.gnome.org/projects/gap/at-types.html

==== Timeline ====

===== June 11=====
* Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
* Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
* blog post about the project

=====June 18=====
* (DONE) talk to scott about helping us with builds with the correct sizing
* trying out different spins (tvol)
* bug jon to get test computer (tvol)

=====June 25=====
* figure out packaging of physical CD (cardboard insert/cd burns/how many/how long it will take to get manufactured/how much) (tvol + alex))
** (DONE) need to schedule meeting with alex for this week (Monday)
** Explaining CC on the packaging
* make public web page requirements on the wiki (tvol)
** (live.creativecommons.org or creativecommons.org/livecontent or creativecommons.org/live ... maybe for now just redirect to wiki page) (tvol)
** NOTECH: just clean up this wiki page (tvol)
* get the automated fedora build system working! (tannewt)

=====July 2=====
* Have daily builds running on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* planning what docs we need to collect for documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses (tvol)
**pull from documentation on sites--don't reinvent the wheel, utilize wikis, but try to distill important info, especially for new users
**we want the most of these to be present as documentation within the cd, not in print
* conceptualize how to have auto-curated packages (pick one package in each media) (tannewt/tvol) - LiveContent takes off
** what are the top [[Content_Curators|Content Curators]] to have, one each for audio, video, image, and text, education. (tvol)
** develop icons for each of these categories? (alex?)

=====July 9=====
* have basic liveCD build completed (tannewt)

=====July 16=====

* Have all top auto-curated packages building on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* Test out auto-curated packages and communicate with tannewt (tvol)

=====July 23=====
* (HIGH PRIORITY) Send off CD for printing early week
*build up steam for the release
*library distribution options
**how many will get sent out?
**which libraries?

=====July 30=====
*press release about the project -work with worldlabel, redhat
=====August 6=====
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

=====August 8th=====
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Resources ====

===== Groups =====

*OCLC
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*American Library Association http://www.ala.org

*Library Information Technology Association (LITA) http://www.lita.org

*Open Source Systems interest group http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*OpenOffice http://marketing.openoffice.org/ and http://distribution.openoffice.org/

===== People =====

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat mailto:jaa@redhat.com - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Jonathan Roberts - Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
*Mr. Louis Suarez-Potts (Community Manager): mailto:luispo@gmail.com
*distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**mailto:jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**mailto:Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

===== Reading =====

*ALA public library funding & technology access study
**http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/publiclibraryfundingtechnologyaccessstudy/pullibfunandtechaccstudy.htm
*public libraries and the internet
**http://www.ii.fsu.edu/plinternet_findings.cfm
*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734
*Abstract by Siobhan Stevenson, an assistant professor at the Faculty of Information Studies University of Toronto http://www.firstmonday.org/issues/issue12_5/stevenson/index.html

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

===== LiveCD Examples =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD
* [http://questionsplease.org/freeme Free Me] - Live DVD promoting free culture in the same way

===== LiveCD Resources =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://revisor.fedoraunity.org/ Revisor] - Graphical tool for creating Fedora Live CDs/DVDs/USBs and installation media

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-07-02T18:45:28Z

Rossendryv: /* FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
[[Category:ccLiveCD]]
[[Category:LiveContent]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine. However, whereas LiveDistro relies on static media, LiveContent works to provide a platform to engage with dynamically-built software, applications and constantly-changing user generated content communities.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to connect and expand Creative Commons and open source communities. LiveContent works to identify creators and content providers working to release their creations more easily with others. LiveContent works to support developers and others who build better technology to distribute these works.

=== Contribute! ===

Creative Commons encourages others to provide ideas, feedback, comments and connections to other projects on this wiki page. There are many ways to contribute.

#Sign up for an account on this wiki and begin adding to the community - your knowledge, ideas and contributions are welcome
#IRC - Channel #CC at http://irc.freenode.net - general chatter from CC-ers, affiliates, guests - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/IRC
#cc-devel listserv - Creative Commons developers email list - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Mailing_Lists

=== Formats ===

==== USB ====
The LiveContent could also be made to fit onto a usb stick so that it can be plugged into computers and boot straight into linux and/or have Creative Commons licensed content on this thumbdrive.

==== DVD ====

The Free Me project has already produced a [http://questionsplease.org/freeme live DVD] with almost exactly the same ideas behind it. More than willing to lend a hand with this :D. Contact me at jonathan.roberts.uk@googlemail.com if you think I could be of use.

==== LiveCD ====

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Rationale ====

===== general =====

We believe that the LiveCD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using open source software within library settings. Also spread the message about Creative Commons and provide examples of different media that has been licensed with Creative Commons licenses. Create network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

==== Target ====

LiveCD will be created for librarians to test for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help the FOSS movement to become popular. This project will help bring more awareness to Open Source by providing an example of an operating system and free open source applications that could be implemented on library machines. If the ideas can catch on, the long-range effects might be that libraries would begin to implement free open source software on machines permanently, thus saving money on software licensing agreements.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

===== possible benefits =====

*libraries
**save money on proprietary software licensing - total cost of ownership (tco) is less
**libraries can be seen as cutting edge in adoption of open source
**more control over computing environment
**can test on machines without installing
**can also install directly from a desktop image
**most productivity and creativity applications have a free open source counterpart
**increase services to user by offering more software

===== existing library terminals =====

*at SFPL main branch, there are two types of computer terminals:
**some that are used solely for card catalog - no other features provided
**others where patrons can access the internet (via internet explorer) and use the Microsoft Office 2003 suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - there are no other applications that are accessible through the tailored, limited-view interface

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
*appropriate documentation
**fedora liveOS blanket info - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveOS_README
*creating a spin
**don't need an account to build a spin - any user who has installed fedora on their machine can spin custom livecds
**creating a Fedora LiveCD documentation - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveCDHowTo

*users who wish to contribute to fedora's build system need an account
**create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

*Build Spins:
**WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org
*** openoffice - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/buildinfo?buildID=9083
*** inkscape - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=2118
*** gimp - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=407
*** firefox - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=37e
**GUI http://revisor.fedoraunity.org
**command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi

*options
**i386 Gnome LiveCD - maybe the better option
**i386 KDE LiveCD
***can have both desktop environments, but probably better to support one or the other due to cd size constraints

* testing notes:
**fedora 7 liveCD gnome extremely slow in liveboot - this is with 256mb ram
**note - productivity and creativity apps cannot be installed at terminals without first installing Fedora - aka liveCD doesn't support application installs before full OS install

===== FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/thunderbird/ Thunderbird] - email client
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*[http://www.videolan.org/ VLC] - media player
*[http://www.getdemocracy.com/ Democracy] - media player, torrent client
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

*PDF Viewer. Possible PDF editor, Openoffice has excellent PDF export
*SVG Viewer

*For Kids
**http://www.linuxforkids.org/
**[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]

*A good idea might be to include some promotional information like http://why.openoffice.org/why_nfp.html but also for all the other applications, Why Gimp, Why Inscape, ect

*note that all these FOSS applications are also available for installation on machines running proprietary operating systems (windows, osx), not just linux machines

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====
We want to provide examples from each category (audio, video, text, image, education) to showcase on the LiveContent CD. We will develop a system that can automatically pull top content from the sites that we choose (and these sites can change as well).

We'll feature one website/service/cc-content provider from each of the 5 categories for this initial run. We should provide examples of cc-licensed materials from each. don't know how many--we'll see how much room is left on the cd:

*audio - jamendo
*video - blip.tv
*image - flickr
*text - ebook?
*education - mit ocw
*we also might include some cc-press kit materials to promote cc videos

====== portals ======
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators
*http://commoncontent.org/
*http://www.legaltorrents.com/index.htm
*http://www.overmundo.com.br/banco/banco.php
*http://ourmedia.org/
*http://archive.org/
*http://www.remixreading.org/
*http://tolweb.org/tree/
*http://www.virn.net/
*http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

====== [[Audio#Featured_Audio_Sites|Audio]] ======

====== [[Video#Featured_Video_Sites|Video]] ======

====== [[Text#Featured_Text_sites|Text]] ======

====== [[Image#Featured_Image_Sites|Image]] ======

====== [[Education#Featured_Education_sites|Education]] ======

*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox

===== Documentation =====

*explanation of licenses like from the Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/free-culture/the-licenses/
*obvious CC explanations - to be displayed in an initial pop-up window or static webpage?

*more tutorials
**http://www.tutorialsforopenoffice.org/
**http://www.oooauthors.com/
**http://docs.fedoraproject.org/
**http://www.gimp.org/docs/
**http://www.inkscape.org/doc/index.php

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

During development, we hope to provide preliminary builds and demos that we can send to various organization and libraries so that they can review the LiveCD and provide input for further development. Later reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. Reviews could be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas, rural?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete
*accessibility
**http://ui.openoffice.org/accessibility/disabilities.html
**http://developer.gnome.org/projects/gap/at-types.html

==== Timeline ====

===== June 11=====
* Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
* Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
* blog post about the project

=====June 18=====
* (DONE) talk to scott about helping us with builds with the correct sizing
* trying out different spins (tvol)
* bug jon to get test computer (tvol)

=====June 25=====
* figure out packaging of physical CD (cardboard insert/cd burns/how many/how long it will take to get manufactured/how much) (tvol + alex))
** (DONE) need to schedule meeting with alex for this week (Monday)
** Explaining CC on the packaging
* make public web page requirements on the wiki (tvol)
** (live.creativecommons.org or creativecommons.org/livecontent or creativecommons.org/live ... maybe for now just redirect to wiki page) (tvol)
** NOTECH: just clean up this wiki page (tvol)
* get the automated fedora build system working! (tannewt)

=====July 2=====
* Have daily builds running on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* planning what docs we need to collect for documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses (tvol)
**pull from documentation on sites--don't reinvent the wheel, utilize wikis, but try to distill important info, especially for new users
**we want the most of these to be present as documentation within the cd, not in print
* conceptualize how to have auto-curated packages (pick one package in each media) (tannewt/tvol) - LiveContent takes off
** what are the top [[Content Curator]]s to have, one each for audio, video, image, and text, education. (tvol)
** develop icons for each of these categories? (alex?)

=====July 9=====
* have basic liveCD build completed (tannewt)

=====July 16=====

* Have all top auto-curated packages building on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* Test out auto-curated packages and communicate with tannewt (tvol)

=====July 23=====
* (HIGH PRIORITY) Send off CD for printing early week
*build up steam for the release
*library distribution options
**how many will get sent out?
**which libraries?

=====July 30=====
*press release about the project -work with worldlabel, redhat
=====August 6=====
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

=====August 8th=====
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Resources ====

===== Groups =====

*OCLC
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*American Library Association http://www.ala.org

*Library Information Technology Association (LITA) http://www.lita.org

*Open Source Systems interest group http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*OpenOffice http://marketing.openoffice.org/ and http://distribution.openoffice.org/

===== People =====

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat mailto:jaa@redhat.com - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Jonathan Roberts - Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
*Mr. Louis Suarez-Potts (Community Manager): mailto:luispo@gmail.com
*distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**mailto:jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**mailto:Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

===== Reading =====

*ALA public library funding & technology access study
**http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/publiclibraryfundingtechnologyaccessstudy/pullibfunandtechaccstudy.htm
*public libraries and the internet
**http://www.ii.fsu.edu/plinternet_findings.cfm
*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734
*Abstract by Siobhan Stevenson, an assistant professor at the Faculty of Information Studies University of Toronto http://www.firstmonday.org/issues/issue12_5/stevenson/index.html

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

===== LiveCD Examples =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD
* [http://questionsplease.org/freeme Free Me] - Live DVD promoting free culture in the same way

===== LiveCD Resources =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://revisor.fedoraunity.org/ Revisor] - Graphical tool for creating Fedora Live CDs/DVDs/USBs and installation media

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-06-29T02:05:13Z

Rossendryv: /* Reading */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
[[Category:ccLiveCD]]
[[Category:LiveContent]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine. However, whereas LiveDistro relies on static media, LiveContent works to provide a platform to engage with dynamically-built software, applications and constantly-changing user generated content communities.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to connect and expand Creative Commons and open source communities. LiveContent works to identify creators and content providers working to release their creations more easily with others. LiveContent works to support developers and others who build better technology to distribute these works.

=== Contribute! ===

Creative Commons encourages others to provide ideas, feedback, comments and connections to other projects on this wiki page. There are many ways to contribute.

#Sign up for an account on this wiki and begin adding to the community - your knowledge, ideas and contributions are welcome
#IRC - Channel #CC at http://irc.freenode.net - general chatter from CC-ers, affiliates, guests - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/IRC
#cc-devel listserv - Creative Commons developers email list - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Mailing_Lists

=== Formats ===

==== USB ====
{{incomplete}}

==== DVD ====

The Free Me project has already produced a [http://questionsplease.org/freeme live DVD] with almost exactly the same ideas behind it. More than willing to lend a hand with this :D. Contact me at jonathan.roberts.uk@googlemail.com if you think I could be of use.

==== LiveCD ====

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Rationale ====

===== general =====

We believe that the LiveCD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using open source software within library settings. Also spread the message about Creative Commons and provide examples of different media that has been licensed with Creative Commons licenses. Create network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

==== Target ====

LiveCD will be created for librarians to test for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help the FOSS movement to become popular. This project will help bring more awareness to Open Source by providing an example of an operating system and free open source applications that could be implemented on library machines. If the ideas can catch on, the long-range effects might be that libraries would begin to implement free open source software on machines permanently, thus saving money on software licensing agreements.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

===== possible benefits =====

*libraries
**save money on proprietary software licensing - total cost of ownership (tco) is less
**libraries can be seen as cutting edge in adoption of open source
**more control over computing environment
**can test on machines without installing
**can also install directly from a desktop image
**most productivity and creativity applications have a free open source counterpart
**increase services to user by offering more software

===== existing library terminals =====

*at SFPL main branch, there are two types of computer terminals:
**some that are used solely for card catalog - no other features provided
**others where patrons can access the internet (via internet explorer) and use the Microsoft Office 2003 suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - there are no other applications that are accessible through the tailored, limited-view interface

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
*appropriate documentation
**fedora liveOS blanket info - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveOS_README
*creating a spin
**don't need an account to build a spin - any user who has installed fedora on their machine can spin custom livecds
**creating a Fedora LiveCD documentation - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveCDHowTo

*users who wish to contribute to fedora's build system need an account
**create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

*Build Spins:
**WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org
*** openoffice - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/buildinfo?buildID=9083
*** inkscape - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=2118
*** gimp - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=407
*** firefox - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=37e
**GUI http://revisor.fedoraunity.org
**command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi

*options
**i386 Gnome LiveCD - maybe the better option
**i386 KDE LiveCD
***can have both desktop environments, but probably better to support one or the other due to cd size constraints

testing notes:
**fedora 7 liveCD gnome extremely slow in liveboot - this is with 256mb ram
**note - productivity and creativity apps cannot be installed at terminals without first installing Fedora - aka liveCD doesn't support application installs before full OS install

===== FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/thunderbird/ Thunderbird] - email client
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*[http://www.videolan.org/ VLC] - media player
*[http://www.getdemocracy.com/ Democracy] - media player, torrent client
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

*PDF Viewer. Possible PDF editor, Openoffice has excellent PDF export

*For Kids
**http://www.linuxforkids.org/
**[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]

*A good idea might be to include some promotional information like http://why.openoffice.org/why_nfp.html but also for all the other applications, Why Gimp, Why Inscape, ect

*note that all these FOSS applications are also available for installation on machines running proprietary operating systems (windows, osx), not just linux machines

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====
We want to provide examples from each category (audio, video, text, image, education) to showcase on the LiveContent CD. We will develop a system that can automatically pull top content from the sites that we choose (and these sites can change as well).

We'll feature one website/service/cc-content provider from each of the 5 categories for this initial run. We should provide examples of cc-licensed materials from each. don't know how many--we'll see how much room is left on the cd:

*audio - jamendo
*video - blip.tv
*image - flickr
*text -
*education - mit ocw

we also might include some cc-press kit materials to promote cc
videos,

====== portals ======
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators
*http://commoncontent.org/
*http://www.legaltorrents.com/index.htm
*http://www.overmundo.com.br/banco/banco.php
*http://ourmedia.org/
*http://archive.org/
*http://www.remixreading.org/
*http://tolweb.org/tree/
*http://www.virn.net/
*http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

====== audio ======
*http://www.opsound.org/
*http://www.dharmasound.com/
*http://www.artistserver.com/music.cfm
*http://www.beatpick.com/
*http://cchits.org/
*http://ccmixter.org/
*http://www.dogmazic.net/
*http://dmusic.com/
*http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/
*http://www.garageband.com/
*http://www.jamendo.com/
*http://www.jamglue.com/
*http://www.kompoz.com/
*http://magnatune.com/
*http://www.mix2r.com/
*http://www.sectionz.com/home.asp
*http://www.simuze.nl/live/
*http://www.soundclick.com/
*http://soundtransit.nl/
*http://starfrosch.ch/
*http://www.subflow.net/

====== video ======
*http://blip.tv/
*http://www.eyespot.com/
*http://www.engagemedia.org/
*http://hive.ntticc.or.jp/
*http://jumpcut.com/
*http://www.lulu.tv/
*http://www.opsound.org/index.php
*http://revver.com/
*http://newteevee.com/
*http://cyberlaw.stanford.edu/documentary-film-program/film/a-fair-y-use-tale

====== text ======
*http://www.free-culture.cc/remixes/
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Books
*http://www.intratext.com/
*http://www.irishliteraryrevival.com/
*http://www.lulu.com/
*http://www.plos.org/
*http://www.unearthtravel.com/

====== image ======
*http://openphoto.net/
*http://www.dcnature.com/
*http://www.designreaction.org/
*http://www.flickr.com/creativecommons/
*http://www.geograph.org.uk/
*http://www.h2guide.com/h/mapwizard
*http://www.piqs.de/
*http://stock.ryoku.de/
*http://public-domain.zorger.com/

====== education ======
*http://www.oercommons.org/
*http://www.omdb.org/
*http://ocw.mit.edu/
*http://www.open-of-course.org/

====== art ======
*http://www.oddjobjack.com/freejack.php
*http://openclipart.org/
*http://taskforge.njj.dk/

====== scripts ======
*http://www.rebol.org/

*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox

===== Documentation =====

*explanation of licenses like from the Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/free-culture/the-licenses/
*obvious CC explanations - to be displayed in an initial pop-up window or static webpage?

*more tutorials
**http://www.tutorialsforopenoffice.org/
**http://www.oooauthors.com/
**http://docs.fedoraproject.org/
**http://www.gimp.org/docs/
**http://www.inkscape.org/doc/index.php

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

During development, we hope to provide preliminary builds and demos that we can send to various organization and libraries so that they can review the LiveCD and provide input for further development. Later reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. Reviews could be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas, rural?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete
*accessibility
**http://ui.openoffice.org/accessibility/disabilities.html
**http://developer.gnome.org/projects/gap/at-types.html

==== Timeline ====

===== June 11=====
* Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
* Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
* blog post about the project

=====June 18=====
* (DONE) talk to scott about helping us with builds with the correct sizing
* trying out different spins (tvol)
* bug jon to get test computer (tvol)

=====June 25=====
* figure out packaging of physical CD (cardboard insert/cd burns/how many/how long it will take to get manufactured/how much) (tvol + alex))
** (DONE) need to schedule meeting with alex for this week (Monday)
** Explaining CC on the packaging
* make public web page requirements on the wiki (tvol)
** (live.creativecommons.org or creativecommons.org/livecontent or creativecommons.org/live ... maybe for now just redirect to wiki page) (tvol)
** NOTECH: just clean up this wiki page (tvol)
* get the automated fedora build system working! (tannewt)

=====July 2=====
* Have daily builds running on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* planning what docs we need to collect for documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses (tvol)
**pull from documentation on sites--don't reinvent the wheel, utilize wikis, but try to distill important info, especially for new users
**we want the most of these to be present as documentation within the cd, not in print
* conceptualize how to have auto-curated packages (pick one package in each media) (tannewt/tvol) - LiveContent takes off
** what are the top [[Content Curator]]s to have, one each for audio, video, image, and text, education. (tvol)
** develop icons for each of these categories? (alex?)

=====July 9=====
* have basic liveCD build completed (tannewt)

=====July 16=====

* Have all top auto-curated packages building on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* Test out auto-curated packages and communicate with tannewt (tvol)

=====July 23=====
* (HIGH PRIORITY) Send off CD for printing early week
*build up steam for the release
*library distribution options
**how many will get sent out?
**which libraries?

=====July 30=====
*press release about the project -work with worldlabel, redhat
=====August 6=====
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

=====August 8th=====
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Resources ====

===== Groups =====

*OCLC
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*American Library Association http://www.ala.org

*Library Information Technology Association (LITA) http://www.lita.org

*Open Source Systems interest group http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*OpenOffice http://marketing.openoffice.org/ and http://distribution.openoffice.org/

===== People =====

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat mailto:jaa@redhat.com - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Jonathan Roberts - Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
*Mr. Louis Suarez-Potts (Community Manager): mailto:luispo@gmail.com
*distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**mailto:jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**mailto:Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

===== Reading =====

*ALA public library funding & technology access study
**http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/publiclibraryfundingtechnologyaccessstudy/pullibfunandtechaccstudy.htm
*public libraries and the internet
**http://www.ii.fsu.edu/plinternet_findings.cfm
*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734
*Abstract by Siobhan Stevenson, an assistant professor at the Faculty of Information Studies University of Toronto http://www.firstmonday.org/issues/issue12_5/stevenson/index.html

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

===== LiveCD Examples =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD
* [http://questionsplease.org/freeme Free Me] - Live DVD promoting free culture in the same way

===== LiveCD Resources =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://revisor.fedoraunity.org/ Revisor] - Graphical tool for creating Fedora Live CDs/DVDs/USBs and installation media

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-06-28T00:57:37Z

Rossendryv: /* FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
[[Category:ccLiveCD]]
[[Category:LiveContent]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine. However, whereas LiveDistro relies on static media, LiveContent works to provide a platform to engage with dynamically-built software, applications and constantly-changing user generated content communities.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to connect and expand Creative Commons and open source communities. LiveContent works to identify creators and content providers working to release their creations more easily with others. LiveContent works to support developers and others who build better technology to distribute these works.

=== Contribute! ===

Creative Commons encourages others to provide ideas, feedback, comments and connections to other projects on this wiki page. There are many ways to contribute.

#Sign up for an account on this wiki and begin adding to the community - your knowledge, ideas and contributions are welcome
#IRC - Channel #CC at http://irc.freenode.net - general chatter from CC-ers, affiliates, guests - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/IRC
#cc-devel listserv - Creative Commons developers email list - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Mailing_Lists

=== Formats ===

==== USB ====
{{incomplete}}

==== DVD ====

The Free Me project has already produced a [http://questionsplease.org/freeme live DVD] with almost exactly the same ideas behind it. More than willing to lend a hand with this :D. Contact me at jonathan.roberts.uk@googlemail.com if you think I could be of use.

==== LiveCD ====

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Rationale ====

===== general =====

We believe that the LiveCD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using open source software within library settings. Also spread the message about Creative Commons and provide examples of different media that has been licensed with Creative Commons licenses. Create network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

==== Target ====

LiveCD will be created for librarians to test for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help the FOSS movement to become popular. This project will help bring more awareness to Open Source by providing an example of an operating system and free open source applications that could be implemented on library machines. If the ideas can catch on, the long-range effects might be that libraries would begin to implement free open source software on machines permanently, thus saving money on software licensing agreements.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

===== possible benefits =====

*libraries
**save money on proprietary software licensing - total cost of ownership (tco) is less
**libraries can be seen as cutting edge in adoption of open source
**more control over computing environment
**can test on machines without installing
**can also install directly from a desktop image
**most productivity and creativity applications have a free open source counterpart
**increase services to user by offering more software

===== existing library terminals =====

*at SFPL main branch, there are two types of computer terminals:
**some that are used solely for card catalog - no other features provided
**others where patrons can access the internet (via internet explorer) and use the Microsoft Office 2003 suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - there are no other applications that are accessible through the tailored, limited-view interface

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
*appropriate documentation
**fedora liveOS blanket info - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveOS_README
*creating a spin
**don't need an account to build a spin - any user who has installed fedora on their machine can spin custom livecds
**creating a Fedora LiveCD documentation - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveCDHowTo

*users who wish to contribute to fedora's build system need an account
**create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

*Build Spins:
**WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org
*** openoffice - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/buildinfo?buildID=9083
*** inkscape - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=2118
*** gimp - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=407
*** firefox - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=37e
**GUI http://revisor.fedoraunity.org
**command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi

*options
**i386 Gnome LiveCD - maybe the better option
**i386 KDE LiveCD
***can have both desktop environments, but probably better to support one or the other due to cd size constraints

testing notes:
**fedora 7 liveCD gnome extremely slow in liveboot - this is with 256mb ram
**note - productivity and creativity apps cannot be installed at terminals without first installing Fedora - aka liveCD doesn't support application installs before full OS install

===== FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/thunderbird/ Thunderbird] - email client
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*[http://www.videolan.org/ VLC] - media player
*[http://www.getdemocracy.com/ Democracy] - media player, torrent client
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

*PDF Viewer. Possible PDF editor, Openoffice has excellent PDF export

*For Kids
**http://www.linuxforkids.org/
**[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]

*A good idea might be to include some promotional information like http://why.openoffice.org/why_nfp.html but also for all the other applications, Why Gimp, Why Inscape, ect

*note that all these FOSS applications are also available for installation on machines running proprietary operating systems (windows, osx), not just linux machines

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====
We want to provide examples from each category (audio, video, text, image, education) to showcase on the LiveContent CD. We will develop a system that can automatically pull top content from the sites that we choose (and these sites can change as well).

We'll feature one website/service/cc-content provider from each of the 5 categories for this initial run. We should provide examples of cc-licensed materials from each. don't know how many--we'll see how much room is left on the cd:

*audio - jamendo
*video - blip.tv
*image - flickr
*text -
*education - mit ocw

we also might include some cc-press kit materials to promote cc
videos,

====== portals ======
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators
*http://commoncontent.org/
*http://www.legaltorrents.com/index.htm
*http://www.overmundo.com.br/banco/banco.php
*http://ourmedia.org/
*http://archive.org/
*http://www.remixreading.org/
*http://tolweb.org/tree/
*http://www.virn.net/
*http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

====== audio ======
*http://www.opsound.org/
*http://www.dharmasound.com/
*http://www.artistserver.com/music.cfm
*http://www.beatpick.com/
*http://cchits.org/
*http://ccmixter.org/
*http://www.dogmazic.net/
*http://dmusic.com/
*http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/
*http://www.garageband.com/
*http://www.jamendo.com/
*http://www.jamglue.com/
*http://www.kompoz.com/
*http://magnatune.com/
*http://www.mix2r.com/
*http://www.sectionz.com/home.asp
*http://www.simuze.nl/live/
*http://www.soundclick.com/
*http://soundtransit.nl/
*http://starfrosch.ch/
*http://www.subflow.net/

====== video ======
*http://blip.tv/
*http://www.eyespot.com/
*http://www.engagemedia.org/
*http://hive.ntticc.or.jp/
*http://jumpcut.com/
*http://www.lulu.tv/
*http://www.opsound.org/index.php
*http://revver.com/
*http://newteevee.com/
*http://cyberlaw.stanford.edu/documentary-film-program/film/a-fair-y-use-tale

====== text ======
*http://www.free-culture.cc/remixes/
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Books
*http://www.intratext.com/
*http://www.irishliteraryrevival.com/
*http://www.lulu.com/
*http://www.plos.org/
*http://www.unearthtravel.com/

====== image ======
*http://openphoto.net/
*http://www.dcnature.com/
*http://www.designreaction.org/
*http://www.flickr.com/creativecommons/
*http://www.geograph.org.uk/
*http://www.h2guide.com/h/mapwizard
*http://www.piqs.de/
*http://stock.ryoku.de/
*http://public-domain.zorger.com/

====== education ======
*http://www.oercommons.org/
*http://www.omdb.org/
*http://ocw.mit.edu/
*http://www.open-of-course.org/

====== art ======
*http://www.oddjobjack.com/freejack.php
*http://openclipart.org/
*http://taskforge.njj.dk/

====== scripts ======
*http://www.rebol.org/

*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox

===== Documentation =====

*explanation of licenses like from the Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/free-culture/the-licenses/
*obvious CC explanations - to be displayed in an initial pop-up window or static webpage?

*more tutorials
**http://www.tutorialsforopenoffice.org/
**http://www.oooauthors.com/
**http://docs.fedoraproject.org/
**http://www.gimp.org/docs/
**http://www.inkscape.org/doc/index.php

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

During development, we hope to provide preliminary builds and demos that we can send to various organization and libraries so that they can review the LiveCD and provide input for further development. Later reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. Reviews could be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas, rural?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete
*accessibility
**http://ui.openoffice.org/accessibility/disabilities.html
**http://developer.gnome.org/projects/gap/at-types.html

==== Timeline ====

===== June 11=====
* Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
* Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
* blog post about the project

=====June 18=====
* (DONE) talk to scott about helping us with builds with the correct sizing
* trying out different spins (tvol)
* bug jon to get test computer (tvol)

=====June 25=====
* figure out packaging of physical CD (cardboard insert/cd burns/how many/how long it will take to get manufactured/how much) (tvol + alex))
** (DONE) need to schedule meeting with alex for this week (Monday)
** Explaining CC on the packaging
* make public web page requirements on the wiki (tvol)
** (live.creativecommons.org or creativecommons.org/livecontent or creativecommons.org/live ... maybe for now just redirect to wiki page) (tvol)
** NOTECH: just clean up this wiki page (tvol)
* get the automated fedora build system working! (tannewt)

=====July 2=====
* Have daily builds running on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* planning what docs we need to collect for documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses (tvol)
**pull from documentation on sites--don't reinvent the wheel, utilize wikis, but try to distill important info, especially for new users
**we want the most of these to be present as documentation within the cd, not in print
* conceptualize how to have auto-curated packages (pick one package in each media) (tannewt/tvol) - LiveContent takes off
** what are the top [[Content Curator]]s to have, one each for audio, video, image, and text, education. (tvol)
** develop icons for each of these categories? (alex?)

=====July 9=====
* have basic liveCD build completed (tannewt)

=====July 16=====

* Have all top auto-curated packages building on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* Test out auto-curated packages and communicate with tannewt (tvol)

=====July 23=====
* (HIGH PRIORITY) Send off CD for printing early week
*build up steam for the release
*library distribution options
**how many will get sent out?
**which libraries?

=====July 30=====
*press release about the project -work with worldlabel, redhat
=====August 6=====
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

=====August 8th=====
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Resources ====

===== Groups =====

*OCLC
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*American Library Association http://www.ala.org

*Library Information Technology Association (LITA) http://www.lita.org

*Open Source Systems interest group http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*OpenOffice http://marketing.openoffice.org/ and http://distribution.openoffice.org/

===== People =====

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat mailto:jaa@redhat.com - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Jonathan Roberts - Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
*Mr. Louis Suarez-Potts (Community Manager): mailto:luispo@gmail.com
*distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**mailto:jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**mailto:Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

===== Reading =====

*ALA public library funding & technology access study
**http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/publiclibraryfundingtechnologyaccessstudy/pullibfunandtechaccstudy.htm
*public libraries and the internet
**http://www.ii.fsu.edu/plinternet_findings.cfm
*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

===== LiveCD Examples =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD
* [http://questionsplease.org/freeme Free Me] - Live DVD promoting free culture in the same way

===== LiveCD Resources =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://revisor.fedoraunity.org/ Revisor] - Graphical tool for creating Fedora Live CDs/DVDs/USBs and installation media

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-06-28T00:56:10Z

Rossendryv: /* FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
[[Category:ccLiveCD]]
[[Category:LiveContent]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine. However, whereas LiveDistro relies on static media, LiveContent works to provide a platform to engage with dynamically-built software, applications and constantly-changing user generated content communities.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to connect and expand Creative Commons and open source communities. LiveContent works to identify creators and content providers working to release their creations more easily with others. LiveContent works to support developers and others who build better technology to distribute these works.

=== Contribute! ===

Creative Commons encourages others to provide ideas, feedback, comments and connections to other projects on this wiki page. There are many ways to contribute.

#Sign up for an account on this wiki and begin adding to the community - your knowledge, ideas and contributions are welcome
#IRC - Channel #CC at http://irc.freenode.net - general chatter from CC-ers, affiliates, guests - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/IRC
#cc-devel listserv - Creative Commons developers email list - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Mailing_Lists

=== Formats ===

==== USB ====
{{incomplete}}

==== DVD ====

The Free Me project has already produced a [http://questionsplease.org/freeme live DVD] with almost exactly the same ideas behind it. More than willing to lend a hand with this :D. Contact me at jonathan.roberts.uk@googlemail.com if you think I could be of use.

==== LiveCD ====

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Rationale ====

===== general =====

We believe that the LiveCD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using open source software within library settings. Also spread the message about Creative Commons and provide examples of different media that has been licensed with Creative Commons licenses. Create network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

==== Target ====

LiveCD will be created for librarians to test for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help the FOSS movement to become popular. This project will help bring more awareness to Open Source by providing an example of an operating system and free open source applications that could be implemented on library machines. If the ideas can catch on, the long-range effects might be that libraries would begin to implement free open source software on machines permanently, thus saving money on software licensing agreements.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

===== possible benefits =====

*libraries
**save money on proprietary software licensing - total cost of ownership (tco) is less
**libraries can be seen as cutting edge in adoption of open source
**more control over computing environment
**can test on machines without installing
**can also install directly from a desktop image
**most productivity and creativity applications have a free open source counterpart
**increase services to user by offering more software

===== existing library terminals =====

*at SFPL main branch, there are two types of computer terminals:
**some that are used solely for card catalog - no other features provided
**others where patrons can access the internet (via internet explorer) and use the Microsoft Office 2003 suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - there are no other applications that are accessible through the tailored, limited-view interface

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
*appropriate documentation
**fedora liveOS blanket info - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveOS_README
*creating a spin
**don't need an account to build a spin - any user who has installed fedora on their machine can spin custom livecds
**creating a Fedora LiveCD documentation - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveCDHowTo

*users who wish to contribute to fedora's build system need an account
**create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

*Build Spins:
**WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org
*** openoffice - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/buildinfo?buildID=9083
*** inkscape - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=2118
*** gimp - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=407
*** firefox - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=37e
**GUI http://revisor.fedoraunity.org
**command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi

*options
**i386 Gnome LiveCD - maybe the better option
**i386 KDE LiveCD
***can have both desktop environments, but probably better to support one or the other due to cd size constraints

testing notes:
**fedora 7 liveCD gnome extremely slow in liveboot - this is with 256mb ram
**note - productivity and creativity apps cannot be installed at terminals without first installing Fedora - aka liveCD doesn't support application installs before full OS install

===== FOSS Productivity/creativity/entertainment apps =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/thunderbird/ Thunderbird] - email client
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*[http://www.videolan.org/ VLC] - media player
*[http://www.getdemocracy.com/ Democracy] - media player, torrent client
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

*PDF Viewer. Possible PDF editor, Openoffice has excellent PDF export

*For Kids
**http://www.linuxforkids.org/
**[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]

*A good idea might be to include some promomotion information like http://why.openoffice.org/why_nfp.html but also for all the other applications, Why Gimp, Why Inscape, ect

*note that all these FOSS applications are also available for installation on machines running proprietary operating systems (windows, osx), not just linux machines

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====
We want to provide examples from each category (audio, video, text, image, education) to showcase on the LiveContent CD. We will develop a system that can automatically pull top content from the sites that we choose (and these sites can change as well).

We'll feature one website/service/cc-content provider from each of the 5 categories for this initial run. We should provide examples of cc-licensed materials from each. don't know how many--we'll see how much room is left on the cd:

*audio - jamendo
*video - blip.tv
*image - flickr
*text -
*education - mit ocw

we also might include some cc-press kit materials to promote cc
videos,

====== portals ======
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators
*http://commoncontent.org/
*http://www.legaltorrents.com/index.htm
*http://www.overmundo.com.br/banco/banco.php
*http://ourmedia.org/
*http://archive.org/
*http://www.remixreading.org/
*http://tolweb.org/tree/
*http://www.virn.net/
*http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

====== audio ======
*http://www.opsound.org/
*http://www.dharmasound.com/
*http://www.artistserver.com/music.cfm
*http://www.beatpick.com/
*http://cchits.org/
*http://ccmixter.org/
*http://www.dogmazic.net/
*http://dmusic.com/
*http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/
*http://www.garageband.com/
*http://www.jamendo.com/
*http://www.jamglue.com/
*http://www.kompoz.com/
*http://magnatune.com/
*http://www.mix2r.com/
*http://www.sectionz.com/home.asp
*http://www.simuze.nl/live/
*http://www.soundclick.com/
*http://soundtransit.nl/
*http://starfrosch.ch/
*http://www.subflow.net/

====== video ======
*http://blip.tv/
*http://www.eyespot.com/
*http://www.engagemedia.org/
*http://hive.ntticc.or.jp/
*http://jumpcut.com/
*http://www.lulu.tv/
*http://www.opsound.org/index.php
*http://revver.com/
*http://newteevee.com/
*http://cyberlaw.stanford.edu/documentary-film-program/film/a-fair-y-use-tale

====== text ======
*http://www.free-culture.cc/remixes/
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Books
*http://www.intratext.com/
*http://www.irishliteraryrevival.com/
*http://www.lulu.com/
*http://www.plos.org/
*http://www.unearthtravel.com/

====== image ======
*http://openphoto.net/
*http://www.dcnature.com/
*http://www.designreaction.org/
*http://www.flickr.com/creativecommons/
*http://www.geograph.org.uk/
*http://www.h2guide.com/h/mapwizard
*http://www.piqs.de/
*http://stock.ryoku.de/
*http://public-domain.zorger.com/

====== education ======
*http://www.oercommons.org/
*http://www.omdb.org/
*http://ocw.mit.edu/
*http://www.open-of-course.org/

====== art ======
*http://www.oddjobjack.com/freejack.php
*http://openclipart.org/
*http://taskforge.njj.dk/

====== scripts ======
*http://www.rebol.org/

*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox

===== Documentation =====

*explanation of licenses like from the Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/free-culture/the-licenses/
*obvious CC explanations - to be displayed in an initial pop-up window or static webpage?

*more tutorials
**http://www.tutorialsforopenoffice.org/
**http://www.oooauthors.com/
**http://docs.fedoraproject.org/
**http://www.gimp.org/docs/
**http://www.inkscape.org/doc/index.php

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

During development, we hope to provide preliminary builds and demos that we can send to various organization and libraries so that they can review the LiveCD and provide input for further development. Later reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. Reviews could be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas, rural?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete
*accessibility
**http://ui.openoffice.org/accessibility/disabilities.html
**http://developer.gnome.org/projects/gap/at-types.html

==== Timeline ====

===== June 11=====
* Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
* Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
* blog post about the project

=====June 18=====
* (DONE) talk to scott about helping us with builds with the correct sizing
* trying out different spins (tvol)
* bug jon to get test computer (tvol)

=====June 25=====
* figure out packaging of physical CD (cardboard insert/cd burns/how many/how long it will take to get manufactured/how much) (tvol + alex))
** (DONE) need to schedule meeting with alex for this week (Monday)
** Explaining CC on the packaging
* make public web page requirements on the wiki (tvol)
** (live.creativecommons.org or creativecommons.org/livecontent or creativecommons.org/live ... maybe for now just redirect to wiki page) (tvol)
** NOTECH: just clean up this wiki page (tvol)
* get the automated fedora build system working! (tannewt)

=====July 2=====
* Have daily builds running on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* planning what docs we need to collect for documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses (tvol)
**pull from documentation on sites--don't reinvent the wheel, utilize wikis, but try to distill important info, especially for new users
**we want the most of these to be present as documentation within the cd, not in print
* conceptualize how to have auto-curated packages (pick one package in each media) (tannewt/tvol) - LiveContent takes off
** what are the top [[Content Curator]]s to have, one each for audio, video, image, and text, education. (tvol)
** develop icons for each of these categories? (alex?)

=====July 9=====
* have basic liveCD build completed (tannewt)

=====July 16=====

* Have all top auto-curated packages building on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* Test out auto-curated packages and communicate with tannewt (tvol)

=====July 23=====
* (HIGH PRIORITY) Send off CD for printing early week
*build up steam for the release
*library distribution options
**how many will get sent out?
**which libraries?

=====July 30=====
*press release about the project -work with worldlabel, redhat
=====August 6=====
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

=====August 8th=====
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Resources ====

===== Groups =====

*OCLC
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*American Library Association http://www.ala.org

*Library Information Technology Association (LITA) http://www.lita.org

*Open Source Systems interest group http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*OpenOffice http://marketing.openoffice.org/ and http://distribution.openoffice.org/

===== People =====

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat mailto:jaa@redhat.com - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Jonathan Roberts - Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
*Mr. Louis Suarez-Potts (Community Manager): mailto:luispo@gmail.com
*distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**mailto:jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**mailto:Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

===== Reading =====

*ALA public library funding & technology access study
**http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/publiclibraryfundingtechnologyaccessstudy/pullibfunandtechaccstudy.htm
*public libraries and the internet
**http://www.ii.fsu.edu/plinternet_findings.cfm
*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

===== LiveCD Examples =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD
* [http://questionsplease.org/freeme Free Me] - Live DVD promoting free culture in the same way

===== LiveCD Resources =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://revisor.fedoraunity.org/ Revisor] - Graphical tool for creating Fedora Live CDs/DVDs/USBs and installation media

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-06-22T23:24:21Z

Rossendryv: /* Productivity/entertainment suite with a combination of the following Free Open Source programs: */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
[[Category:ccLiveCD]]
[[Category:LiveContent]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine. However, whereas LiveDistro relies on static media, LiveContent works to provide a platform to engage with dynamically-built software, applications and constantly-changing user generated content communities.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to connect and expand Creative Commons and open source communities. LiveContent works to identify creators and content providers working to release their creations more easily with others. LiveContent works to support developers and others who build better technology to distribute these works.

=== Contribute! ===

Creative Commons encourages others to provide ideas, feedback, comments and connections to other projects on this wiki page. There are many ways to contribute.

#Sign up for an account on this wiki and begin adding to the community - your knowledge, ideas and contributions are welcome
#IRC - Channel #CC at http://irc.freenode.net - general chatter from CC-ers, affiliates, guests - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/IRC
#cc-devel listserv - Creative Commons developers email list - http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Mailing_Lists

=== LiveUSB ===
{{incomplete}}

=== LiveDVD ===

The Free Me project has already produced a [http://questionsplease.org/freeme live DVD] with almost exactly the same ideas behind it. More than willing to lend a hand with this :D. Contact me at jonathan.roberts.uk@googlemail.com if you think I could be of use.

=== ccLiveCD ===

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Rationale ====

===== general =====

We believe that the ccLiveCD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using open source software within library settings. Also spread the message about Creative Commons and provide examples of different media that has been licensed with Creative Commons licenses. Create network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

==== Target ====

ccLiveCD will be created for librarians to test for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help the FOSS movement to become popular. This project will help bring more awareness to Open Source by providing an example of an operating system and free open source applications that could be implemented on library machines. If the ideas can catch on, the long-range effects might be that libraries would begin to implement free open source software on machines permanently, thus saving money on software licensing agreements.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

===== possible benefits =====

*libraries
**save money on proprietary software licensing - total cost of ownership (tco) is less
**libraries can be seen as cutting edge in adoption of open source
**more control over computing environment
**can test on machines without installing
**can also install directly from a desktop image
**most productivity and creativity applications have a free open source counterpart
**increase services to user by offering more software

===== existing library terminals =====

*at SFPL main branch, there are two types of computer terminals:
**some that are used solely for card catalog - no other features provided
**others where patrons can access the internet (via internet explorer) and use the Microsoft Office 2003 suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) - there are no other applications that are accessible through the tailored, limited-view interface

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
*appropriate documentation
**fedora liveOS blanket info - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveOS_README
*creating a spin
**don't need an account to build a spin - any user who has installed fedora on their machine can spin custom livecds
**creating a Fedora LiveCD documentation - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveCDHowTo

*users who wish to contribute to fedora's build system need an account
**create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

*Build Spins:
**WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org
*** openoffice - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/buildinfo?buildID=9083
*** inkscape - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=2118
*** gimp - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=407
*** firefox - http://koji.fedoraproject.org/koji/packageinfo?packageID=37e
**GUI http://revisor.fedoraunity.org
**command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi

*options
**i386 Gnome LiveCD - maybe the better option
**i386 KDE LiveCD
***can have both desktop environments, but probably better to support one or the other due to cd size constraints

testing notes:
**fedora 7 liveCD gnome extremely slow in liveboot - this is with 256mb ram
**note - productivity and creativity apps cannot be installed at terminals without first installing Fedora - aka liveCD doesn't support application installs before full OS install

===== Productivity/entertainment suite with a combination of the following Free Open Source programs: =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/thunderbird/ Thunderbird] - email client
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*[http://www.videolan.org/ VLC] - media player
*[http://www.getdemocracy.com/ Democracy] - media player, torrent client
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

*PDF Viewer. Possible PDF editor, Openoffice has excellent PDF export

*For Kids
**http://www.linuxforkids.org/
**[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]

*note that all these FOSS applications are also available for installation on machines running proprietary operating systems (windows, osx), not just linux machines

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====

*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators
*http://commoncontent.org/

**audio
***http://www.dharmasound.com/
***http://www.artistserver.com/music.cfm
***http://www.beatpick.com/
***http://cchits.org/
***http://ccmixter.org/
***http://www.dogmazic.net/
***http://dmusic.com/
***http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/
***http://www.garageband.com/
***http://www.jamendo.com/
***http://www.jamglue.com/
***http://www.kompoz.com/
***http://magnatune.com/
***http://www.mix2r.com/
***http://www.sectionz.com/home.asp
***http://www.simuze.nl/live/
***http://www.soundclick.com/
***http://soundtransit.nl/
***http://starfrosch.ch/
***http://www.subflow.net/

**video
***http://blip.tv/
***http://www.engagemedia.org/
***http://hive.ntticc.or.jp/
***http://jumpcut.com/
***http://www.lulu.tv/
***http://www.opsound.org/index.php
***http://revver.com/
***http://newteevee.com/
***http://cyberlaw.stanford.edu/documentary-film-program/film/a-fair-y-use-tale

**text
***http://www.free-culture.cc/remixes/
***http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Books
***http://www.intratext.com/
***http://www.irishliteraryrevival.com/
***http://www.lulu.com/
***http://www.plos.org/
***http://www.unearthtravel.com/

**image
***http://www.dcnature.com/
***http://www.designreaction.org/
***http://www.flickr.com/creativecommons/
***http://www.geograph.org.uk/
***http://www.h2guide.com/h/mapwizard
***http://www.piqs.de/
***http://stock.ryoku.de/
***http://public-domain.zorger.com/

**education
***http://www.oercommons.org/
***http://www.omdb.org/
***http://ocw.mit.edu/
***http://www.open-of-course.org/

**clearinghouse
***http://www.overmundo.com.br/banco/banco.php
***http://ourmedia.org/
***http://archive.org/
***http://www.remixreading.org/
***http://tolweb.org/tree/
***http://www.virn.net/
***http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

**art
***http://www.oddjobjack.com/freejack.php
***http://openclipart.org/
***http://taskforge.njj.dk/

**scripts
***http://www.rebol.org/

*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox

===== Documentation =====
*http://www.tutorialsforopenoffice.org/
*http://www.oooauthors.com/
*http://docs.fedoraproject.org/
http://www.gimp.org/docs/
http://www.inkscape.org/doc/index.php

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

During development, we hope to provide preliminary builds and demos that we can send to various organization and libraries so that they can review the LiveCD and provide input for further development. Later reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. Reviews could be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas, rural?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete
*accessibility
**http://ui.openoffice.org/accessibility/disabilities.html
**http://developer.gnome.org/projects/gap/at-types.html

==== Timeline ====

===== June 11=====
* Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
* Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
* blog post about the project

=====June 18=====
* (DONE) talk to scott about helping us with builds with the correct sizing
* trying out different spins (tvol)
* bug jon to get test computer (tvol)

=====June 25=====
* figure out packaging of physical CD (cardboard insert/cd burns/how many/how long it will take to get manufactured/how much) (tvol + alex))
** need to schedule meeting with alex for this week (Monday)
* make public web page requirements on the wiki (tvol)
** (live.creativecommons.org or creativecommons.org/livecontent or creativecommons.org/live ... maybe for now just redirect to wiki page) (tvol)
* get the automated fedora build system working! (tannewt)

=====July 2=====
* Have daily builds running on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* planning what docs we need to collect for documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses (tvol)
**pull from documentation on sites--don't reinvent the wheel, utilize wikis, but try to distill important info, especially for new users
**we want the most of these to be present as documentation within the cd, not in print

=====July 9=====
* have basic liveCD build completed (tannewt)
* conceptualize how to have auto-curated packages (pick one package in each media) (tannewt/tvol) - LiveContent takes off
** what are the top [[Content Curator]]s to have, one each for audio, video, image, and text, education. (tvol)
** develop icons for each of these categories? (alex?)

=====July 16=====

* Have all top auto-curated packages building on redhat infrastructure (tannewt)
* Test out auto-curated packages and communicate with tannewt (tvol)

=====July 23=====
*build up steam for the release
*library distribution options
**how many will get sent out?
**which libraries?

=====July 30=====
*press release about the project -work with worldlabel, redhat
=====August 6=====
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

=====August 8th=====
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Resources ====

===== Groups =====

*OCLC
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*American Library Association http://www.ala.org

*Library Information Technology Association (LITA) http://www.lita.org

*Open Source Systems interest group http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*OpenOffice http://marketing.openoffice.org/ and http://distribution.openoffice.org/

===== People =====

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat mailto:jaa@redhat.com - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Jonathan Roberts - Free Me DVD - http://questionsplease.org/freeme/

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
*Mr. Louis Suarez-Potts (Community Manager): mailto:luispo@gmail.com
*distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**mailto:jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**mailto:Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

===== Reading =====

*ALA public library funding & technology access study
**http://www.ala.org/ala/ors/publiclibraryfundingtechnologyaccessstudy/pullibfunandtechaccstudy.htm
*public libraries and the internet
**http://www.ii.fsu.edu/plinternet_findings.cfm
*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

===== LiveCD Examples =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD
* [http://questionsplease.org/freeme Free Me] - Live DVD promoting free culture in the same way

===== LiveCD Resources =====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://revisor.fedoraunity.org/ Revisor] - Graphical tool for creating Fedora Live CDs/DVDs/USBs and installation media

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-06-18T14:43:53Z

Rossendryv: /* Productivity/entertainment suite with a combination of the following Free Open Source programs: */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to provide added features in addition to a CD-bootable operating system. With LiveContent, other applications and content can be coupled with the OS and delivered through various methods.

=== LiveUSB ===
=== LiveDVD ===
=== ccLiveCD ===

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Target ====

CD will be for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

==== Rationale ====

===== general =====

We believe that the ccLiveCD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using open source software within library settings. Create network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

===== possible benefits =====

*library administrators
**save money on proprietary software licensing

*librarians

*library patrons
**more choice

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
*appropriate documentation
*creating a spin
**don't need an account to build a spin
**need an account for adding to fedora's build system
**create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

**Build Spin with WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org, GUI http://fedoraunity.org, or command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi
**creating a Fedora LiveCD documentation - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveCDHowTo
**fedora liveOS blanket info - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveOS_README

*options
**i386 Gnome LiveCD - maybe the better option
**i386 KDE LiveCD
***can have both desktop environments, but probably better to support one or the other due to cd size constraints

===== Productivity/entertainment suite with a combination of the following Free Open Source programs: =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/thunderbird/ Thunderbird] - email client
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*[http://www.videolan.org/ VLC] - media player
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

For Kids

*[http://www.tuxpaint.org/ Tuxpaint]

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====

*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators
*http://commoncontent.org/

*10 best examples of CC-licensed content from the following categories:

**audio
***http://www.dharmasound.com/
***http://www.artistserver.com/music.cfm
***http://www.beatpick.com/
***http://cchits.org/
***http://ccmixter.org/
***http://www.dogmazic.net/
***http://dmusic.com/
***http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/
***http://www.garageband.com/
***http://www.jamendo.com/
***http://www.jamglue.com/
***http://www.kompoz.com/
***http://magnatune.com/
***http://www.mix2r.com/
***http://www.sectionz.com/home.asp
***http://www.simuze.nl/live/
***http://www.soundclick.com/
***http://soundtransit.nl/
***http://starfrosch.ch/
***http://www.subflow.net/

**video
***http://blip.tv/
***http://www.engagemedia.org/
***http://hive.ntticc.or.jp/
***http://jumpcut.com/
***http://www.lulu.tv/
***http://www.opsound.org/index.php
***http://revver.com/
***http://newteevee.com/

**text
***http://www.free-culture.cc/remixes/
***http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Books
***http://www.intratext.com/
***http://www.irishliteraryrevival.com/
***http://www.lulu.com/
***http://www.plos.org/
***http://www.unearthtravel.com/

**image
***http://www.dcnature.com/
***http://www.designreaction.org/
***http://www.flickr.com/creativecommons/
***http://www.geograph.org.uk/
***http://www.h2guide.com/h/mapwizard
***http://www.piqs.de/
***http://stock.ryoku.de/
***http://public-domain.zorger.com/

**education
***http://www.oercommons.org/
***http://www.omdb.org/
***http://ocw.mit.edu/
***http://www.open-of-course.org/

**clearinghouse
***http://www.overmundo.com.br/banco/banco.php
***http://ourmedia.org/
***http://archive.org/
***http://www.remixreading.org/
***http://tolweb.org/tree/
***http://www.virn.net/
***http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

**art
***http://www.oddjobjack.com/freejack.php
***http://openclipart.org/
***http://taskforge.njj.dk/

**scripts
***http://www.rebol.org/

*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

==== Timeline ====

June 11
*Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
*Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
*blog post about the project

June 18
*trying out different spins

June 25
*Provide a demo to send to LITA so that we can get feedback. Possibly at ALA conference in Washington, DC

July 2
*Writing, collecting documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses

July 9
*have basic liveCD build completed

July 16

July 23

July 30

August 6
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

August 8th
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete

==== Collaboration ====
*Connect with OCLC?
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*Open Source Systems interest group
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*The CD will be reviewed by numerous librarians from Open Source division of the [http://www.lita.org Library Information Technology Association (LITA)], an arm of the [http://www.ala.org American Library Association]. These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

*[http://marketing.openoffice.org/ Marketing] and [http://distribution.openoffice.org/ distribution] divisions of Open Office.
**project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
**distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

==== How to get involved ====

*investigate what software runs on local library computers
*provide examples of CC-licensed content to include

==== LiveCD Examples ====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

==== LiveCD Resources ====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

==== Articles to Read ====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

==== other resources ====

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-06-18T14:05:14Z

Rossendryv: /* Productivity/entertainment suite with a combination of the following Free Open Source programs: */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to provide added features in addition to a CD-bootable operating system. With LiveContent, other applications and content can be coupled with the OS and delivered through various methods.

=== LiveUSB ===
=== LiveDVD ===
=== ccLiveCD ===

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Target ====

CD will be for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

==== Rationale ====

===== general =====

We believe that the ccLiveCD can be a gateway distribution device to test the waters of using open source software within library settings. Create network effects for open source in general - get more people involved with supporting FOSS, CC.

===== possible benefits =====

*library administrators
**save money on proprietary software licensing

*librarians

*library patrons
**more choice

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

===== Redhat Fedora 7 =====
*appropriate documentation
*creating a spin
**don't need an account to build a spin
**need an account for adding to fedora's build system
**create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

**Build Spin with WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org, GUI http://fedoraunity.org, or command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi
**creating a Fedora LiveCD documentation - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveCDHowTo
**fedora liveOS blanket info - http://fedoraproject.org/wiki/FedoraLiveCD/LiveOS_README

*options
**i386 Gnome LiveCD - maybe the better option
**i386 KDE LiveCD
***can have both desktop environments, but probably better to support one or the other due to cd size constraints

===== Productivity/entertainment suite with a combination of the following Free Open Source programs: =====

*[http://www.openoffice.org Openoffice] - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOo Wikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/ FireFox] - web browser
*[http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/thunderbird/ Thunderbird] - email client
*[http://www.gimp.org/ Gimp] - raster graphics editor
*[http://www.inkscape.org/ Inkscape] - vector graphics editor
*[http://www.videolan.org/ VLC] - media player
*Collection of clipart from [http://www.openclipart.org Open Clip Art Library]
*[http://www.worldlabel.com Worldlabel.com] Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and documentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

For Kids

www.tuxpaint.org

===== Creative Commons-licensed content =====

*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators
*http://commoncontent.org/

*10 best examples of CC-licensed content from the following categories:

**audio
***http://www.dharmasound.com/
***http://www.artistserver.com/music.cfm
***http://www.beatpick.com/
***http://cchits.org/
***http://ccmixter.org/
***http://www.dogmazic.net/
***http://dmusic.com/
***http://freesound.iua.upf.edu/
***http://www.garageband.com/
***http://www.jamendo.com/
***http://www.jamglue.com/
***http://www.kompoz.com/
***http://magnatune.com/
***http://www.mix2r.com/
***http://www.sectionz.com/home.asp
***http://www.simuze.nl/live/
***http://www.soundclick.com/
***http://soundtransit.nl/
***http://starfrosch.ch/
***http://www.subflow.net/

**video
***http://blip.tv/
***http://www.engagemedia.org/
***http://hive.ntticc.or.jp/
***http://jumpcut.com/
***http://www.lulu.tv/
***http://www.opsound.org/index.php
***http://revver.com/
***http://newteevee.com/

**text
***http://www.free-culture.cc/remixes/
***http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Books
***http://www.intratext.com/
***http://www.irishliteraryrevival.com/
***http://www.lulu.com/
***http://www.plos.org/
***http://www.unearthtravel.com/

**image
***http://www.dcnature.com/
***http://www.designreaction.org/
***http://www.flickr.com/creativecommons/
***http://www.geograph.org.uk/
***http://www.h2guide.com/h/mapwizard
***http://www.piqs.de/
***http://stock.ryoku.de/
***http://public-domain.zorger.com/

**education
***http://www.oercommons.org/
***http://www.omdb.org/
***http://ocw.mit.edu/
***http://www.open-of-course.org/

**clearinghouse
***http://www.overmundo.com.br/banco/banco.php
***http://ourmedia.org/
***http://archive.org/
***http://www.remixreading.org/
***http://tolweb.org/tree/
***http://www.virn.net/
***http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Main_Page

**art
***http://www.oddjobjack.com/freejack.php
***http://openclipart.org/
***http://taskforge.njj.dk/

**scripts
***http://www.rebol.org/

*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*inclusion of CC plug-in for Firefox

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libraries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

==== Timeline ====

June 11
*Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
*Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS
*blog post about the project

June 18
*trying out different spins

June 25
*Provide a demo to send to LITA so that we can get feedback. Possibly at ALA conference in Washington, DC

July 2
*Writing, collecting documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses

July 9
*have basic liveCD build completed

July 16

July 23

July 30

August 6
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

August 8th
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation - fedora has a lot of good documentation, +/- of liveCD
*will we only make spins for i386? - probably the architecture of most library terminal machines, unless some use older macs - ppc
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues? - think about other ways to gather feedback
*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete

==== Collaboration ====
*Connect with OCLC?
**http://www.oclc.org/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/staff/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/default.htm
**http://www.oclc.org/research/software/opensource.htm

*Open Source Systems interest group
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litaigs/opensourcesystem/opensourcesystems.cfm

*The CD will be reviewed by numerous librarians from Open Source division of the [http://www.lita.org Library Information Technology Association (LITA)], an arm of the [http://www.ala.org American Library Association]. These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

*[http://marketing.openoffice.org/ Marketing] and [http://distribution.openoffice.org/ distribution] divisions of Open Office.
**project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
**distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

==== How to get involved ====

*investigate what software runs on local library computers
*provide examples of CC-licensed content to include

==== LiveCD Examples ====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

==== LiveCD Resources ====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

==== Articles to Read ====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

==== other resources ====

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

==== future ====

*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-06-13T01:32:19Z

Rossendryv: /* LiveCD */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to provide added features in addition to a CD-bootable operating system. With LiveContent, other applications and content can be coupled with the OS and delivered through various methods.

=== LiveUSB ===
=== LiveDVD ===
=== LiveCD ===

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of free open source software, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Target ====

CD will be for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and
Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

'''A) Redhat Fedora 7'''
*appropriate documentation

===== creating a spin =====

*don't need an account to build a spin
*need an account for adding to fedora's build system
*create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

*Build Spin with WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org, GUI http://fedoraunity.org, or command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi

'''B) Productivity/entertainment suite with a combination of the following Free Open Source programs:'''

*Openoffice.org - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*FireFox - web browser
*Gimp - raster graphics editor
*Thunderbird - email client
*Inkscape - vector graphics editor
*VLC - media player
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and doccumentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

'''C) Creative Commons-licensed content'''

*10 best examples of CC-licensed content from the following categories: audio, video, text, image
*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*open courseware examples?
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Books
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libaries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

==== Timeline ====

June 11
*Brainstorming "best-of" CC-licensed content to include with the LiveCD
*Connect with other organizations - ALA, LITA, FOSS

June 18
*Interface design
*trying out different spins

June 25
*Provide a demo to send to LITA so that we can get feedback. Possibly at ALA conference in Washington, DC

July 2
*Writing, collecting documentation for Fedora, apps, CC-licenses

July 9
*have basic liveCD build completed

July 16

July 23

July 30

August 6
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

August 8th
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues?

*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete

==== Collaboration ====

*The CD will be reviewed by numerous librarians from Open Source division of the [http://www.lita.org Library Information Technology Association (LITA)], an arm of the [http://www.ala.org American Library Association]. These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

*[http://marketing.openoffice.org/ Marketing] and [http://distribution.openoffice.org/ distribution] divisions of Open Office.
**project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
**distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat - Redhat will provide the themeing and customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

==== How to get involved ====

*check out what's going on with technology and software at your local library
*spread the word on open source
*provide examples of CC-licensed content to include
*create your own spin

==== LiveCD Examples ====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

==== LiveCD Resources ====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

==== Articles to Read ====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

==== other resources ====

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

==== future ====
*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

LiveContent

2007-06-12T23:17:33Z

Rossendryv: /* LiveCD */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

The idea of LiveContent is based upon [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveDistro LiveDistro], a live instance of an operating system that can be booted from a CD or other type of media without needing to install the actual software on a machine.

LiveContent is an umbrella idea which aims to provide added features in addition to a CD-bootable operating system. With LiveContent, other applications and content can be coupled with the OS and delivered through various methods.

=== LiveUSB ===
=== LiveDVD ===
=== LiveCD ===

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not Creative Commons? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC-licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC-enabled content and open source applications are at that time. Creative Commons will team with [http://www.redhat.com/ Red Hat], [http://www.worldlabel.com/ Worldlabel.com] and [http://www.openoffice.org/ OpenOffice] in order to produce a LiveCD that can be presented to libraries throughout the US as an example of open source, open document formats and Creative Commons-licensed content. Worldlabel is supporting the development and distribution of the LiveCD.

==== Target ====

CD will be for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install Free and
Open Source Software (FOSS) on their current systems. We will be aiming the implementation at librarians and library administrators.

We strongly believe that libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books.

At this time, it seems that CDs provide the best media format that is accessible to most library computer terminals.

==== Proposed LiveCD Contents ====

'''A) Redhat Fedora 7'''
*appropriate documentation

===== creating a spin =====

*don't need an acccount to build a spin
*need an account for adding to fedora's build system
*create account: http://admin.fedoraproject.org/accounts

*Build Spin with WEB build http://koji.fedoraproject.org, GUI http://fedoraunity.org, or command line (CLI) - https://hosted.fedoraproject.org/projects/pungi

'''B) Productivity/entertainment suite with a combination of the following Free Open Source programs:'''

*Openoffice.org - Complete version (same as from OOo site)
*OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project
*FireFox - web browser
*Gimp - raster graphics editor
*Thunderbird - email client
*Inkscape - vector graphics editor
*VLC - media player
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Pre-designed label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD
*Information and doccumentation on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included i
*other appropriate documentation for apps

'''C) Creative Commons-licensed content'''

*10 best examples of CC-licensed content from the following categories: audio, video, text, image
*Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org
*open courseware examples?
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Books
*http://wiki.creativecommons.org/Content_Curators

==== Distribution Options ====

We will investigate options for getting the CDs into the hands of the libaries we wish to target. While we wish to provide a quality LiveCD to the most libraries we can, we realize that mass mailing may not be the best way to accomplish this distribution goal, especially since this may be considered a type of spamming. Ideas other than mailing include hosting the contents online and doing outreach to libraries and other interested parties through a widespread press release, listservs, hand out at events, or get an in through professional organizations like the American Library Association.

While we are working towards a deliverable LiveCD by August 8, further exploration of a dynamic, automated system should be examined. This type of system could be automated to pull updated content from various sources , current application versions and OS patches and build a CD extremely easily. In this way, users could download the most current build at any time.

==== Timeline ====

June 11

June 18

June 25
*Provide a demo to send to LITA so that we can get feedback. Possibly at ALA conference in Washington, DC.

July 2

July 9

July 16

July 23

July 30

August 6
*LiveCD rollout at Linuxworld - San Francisco

August 8th
*LiveCD rollout CC Salon - San Francisco

==== Potential Issues ====

*what kinds of agreements do libraries have with software providers now, if any?
*make the cds very intuitive, well-labeled, good supporting documentation
*how do we distribute without spamming?
*will libraries trust what we send to them?
*will libraries notice it or have time to look at it?
*less to do with the software and more to do with presentation and documentation
*focus on low income areas?
*will CC put on material that covers all the different licenses? or least restrictive? - attribution only
*different libraries have different budgets which allow for a vast range in hardware and training
*The mailing will have a mail back questionaire asking did they install software and other general questions. - rethink this idea due to spamming/response issues?

*what about adding the CDs to library collections? - might be a good way for people to install or use at home, but doesn't align too well with the applications and content becoming obsolete

==== Collaboration ====

*The CD will be reviewed by numerous librarians from Open Source division of the [http://www.lita.org Library Information Technology Association (LITA)], an arm of the [http://www.ala.org American Library Association]. These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD.

*[http://marketing.openoffice.org/ Marketing] and [http://distribution.openoffice.org/ distribution] divisions of Open Office.
**project managers for oo marketing: john mccressh-mailto:jpmcc@openoffice.org, cristin driga-mailto:cdriga@openoffice.org
**distribution-mailto:cdrom@distribution.openoffice.org

*Ms. Carrie Russell mailto:crussell@alawash.org
**Copyright Specialist, ALA, Office for Information Technology Policy

*Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 10000pcs with jewel box or sleedve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

*Jack Aboutboul - Redhat - Redhat will provide the "spins," or customized builds of the CDs containing the OS, open source apps, Worldlabel documentation, CC content

*Simon Spero at Sun in North Carolina, who might be willing to provide server space to maintain a dynamic build system

*John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
**http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
**Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
**Phone: (313) 577-0367
**will be at ALA conference in Washington DC end of June

*David Bretthauer
**http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm, can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target for mailings and other stuff.
**Dave.Bretthauer@uconn.edu
**Tel: 860-486-6494

Other Research:
*Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremely receptive to the CD idea.

==== How to get involved ====

==== LiveCD Examples ====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

==== LiveCD Resources ====

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

==== Articles to Read ====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82
*http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
*Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

==== other resources ====

*information on licensing issues for libraries: - http://www.librarycopyright.net/

LiveContent

2007-05-22T19:00:38Z

Rossendryv: /* FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== LiveCD for Libraries - Development and Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com is supporting the development of the LiveCD. The CD will be mailed to approx 6500 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 ====

CD will be for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== TARGETING LIBRARIES =====

A) low income areas

Please add information

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
*http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
*Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
*Phone: (313) 577-0367

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff.
*Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu
*Tel: 860-486-6494

=== LiveCD Examples ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

=== LiveCD Resources ===
* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-05-16T17:37:05Z

Rossendryv: /* PHASE 1 - Software-only */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== LiveCD for Libraries - Development and Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com is supporting the development of the LiveCD. The CD will be mailed to approx 6500 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 ====

CD will be for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== TARGETING LIBRARIES =====

A) low income areas

Please add information

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
*http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
*Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
*Phone: (313) 577-0367

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== LiveCD Examples ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

=== LiveCD Resources ===
* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-05-16T17:36:25Z

Rossendryv: /* PHASE 1 - Software-only */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== LiveCD for Libraries - Development and Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com is supporting the development of the LiveCD. The CD will be mailed to approx 6500 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 - Software-only ====

CD will be for public terminals at libraries. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== TARGETING LIBRARIES =====

A) low income areas

Please add information

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
*http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
*Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
*Phone: (313) 577-0367

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== LiveCD Examples ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

=== LiveCD Resources ===
* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-05-13T23:06:23Z

Rossendryv: /* Library CD Mailing */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== LiveCD for Libraries - Development and Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com is supporting the development of the LiveCD. The CD will be mailed to approx 6500 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 - Software-only ====

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== TARGETING LIBRARIES =====

A) low income areas

Please add information

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
*http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
*Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
*Phone: (313) 577-0367

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== LiveCD Examples ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

=== LiveCD Resources ===
* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-05-13T21:25:21Z

Rossendryv: /* Library CD Mailing */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Library CD Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com is sponsoring a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 - Software-only ====

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
*http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
*Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
*Phone: (313) 577-0367

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== LiveCD Examples ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

=== LiveCD Resources ===
* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-05-13T21:24:07Z

Rossendryv: /* Library CD Mailing */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Library CD Mailing ===

http://www.worldlabel.com is sponsoring a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 - Software-only ====

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
*http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
*Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
*Phone: (313) 577-0367

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== LiveCD Examples ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

=== LiveCD Resources ===
* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-05-13T21:20:00Z

Rossendryv: /* FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Library CD Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 - Software-only ====

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

John Rutherford of Lita/ALA Chairman of Opensource for Lita - IT division of ALA
*http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens
*Email: jrutherford @ wayne.edu
*Phone: (313) 577-0367

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== LiveCD Examples ===

* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live] - Debian LiveCDs
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - Well-known LiveCD
* [http://www.slax.org/ Slax] - Slackware-based LiveCD
* [http://www.ubuntu.com/ Ubuntu] - Popular LiveCD

=== LiveCD Resources ===
* [http://debian-live.alioth.debian.org/ Debian Live]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php Live CD List] - Long List of LiveCDs
* [http://www.livedistro.org LiveDistro] - [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/378/list Build Tools], [http://www.livedistro.org/taxonomy/term/370/list Howtos], [http://www.livedistro.org/vocabulary/18/list Releases]
* [http://reconstructor.aperantis.com/ Reconstructor] - Remaster Ubuntu LiveCDs
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_Linux_LiveDistros Wikipedia Linux LiveDistro Comparison]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia LiveCD]
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Ubuntu Customization Kit] - Make custom Ubuntu LiveCDs

* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-05-01T19:09:26Z

Rossendryv: /* Library CD Mailing */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Library CD Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 - Software-only ====

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=1216
Article on Open Source in libaries by Gates Foundation: http://webjunction.org/do/DisplayContent?id=734

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

It would be very good to talk to: John Rutherford of Lita/ALA
http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-04-27T16:58:46Z

Rossendryv: /* PHASE 1 - Software-only */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Library CD Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 - Software-only ====

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - Complete version (same as from OOo site), include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Worldlabel.com Blank Opendocument Format Label Templates and collection of Predesigned label templates: address, shipping, filing, CD

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

It would be very good to talk to: John Rutherford of Lita/ALA
http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2007-04-26T00:58:28Z

Rossendryv: /* Library CD Mailing */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Library CD Mailing ===

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

==== PHASE 1 - Software-only ====

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on their current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from Open Clip Art Library
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a CC plugin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of plug-in. For information on licencing issues for libraries: -http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

===== ARTICLES TO READ =====

*http://www.infomotions.com/musings/ossnlibraries-workshop/ossnlibraries-workshop.html
*http://www.newsforge.com/article.pl?sid=03/12/14/1545216&mode=thread&tid=132&tid=151&tid=82

===== FOLK WHO CAN POTENTIALLY HELP =====

It would be very good to talk to: John Rutherford of Lita/ALA
http://www.ala.org/ala/lita/litamembership/litacommittees/roster.cfm?committee=lit-igopens

David Bretthauer
http://www.lita.org/ala/lita/litapublications/ital/2101bretthauer.cfm
can be a big help, especially giving ideas which libraries to target
for mailings and other stuff. Dave.Bretthauer @uconn.edu

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-12-08T02:46:41Z

Rossendryv: /* Ideas */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
{{incomplete}}

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Ideas ===

* Please put your ideas here :)

'''IDEA ONE - Library CD Mailing'''

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

PHASE 1 (Software only)

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on thier current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from OCAL
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a C.C. pluggin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of pluggin. For information on licencing issues for libraries: http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists. http://www.ala.org/ala/alalibrary/libraryfactsheet/mailinglist.pdf Cost of ALA mailing list $200/1,000 for names and addresses on laser labels. Working on ways to get the list discounted.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

PHASE 2 (Software and OS - LiveCD)

Libraries which have installed software will recieve a second CD with OS and a Free Open Source Library Management system

'''Discussions:'''

This goes away from the general concept above, but a collegue made an interesting point:

For underfunded libraries the LiveCD could be useful. Consider this: Libraries have problems controlling what users do on computers. So if you provide a configure-free bootable CD with all needed software, firewalls, etc, they will love it.

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-12-08T00:42:52Z

Rossendryv: /* Ideas */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
{{incomplete}}

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Ideas ===

* Please put your ideas here :)

'''IDEA ONE - Library CD Mailing'''

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

PHASE 1 (Software only)

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on thier current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from OCAL
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a C.C. pluggin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of pluggin. For information on licencing issues for libraries: http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Mr. Alex Choong of Innotech Resources Pte Ltd (worldlabel.com.sg) will cover the cost of duplication of master Library CD. 8000 to 1000pcs with jewel box or sleve. He wants will also implement a program in Singapore and Malaysia to distribute the CD to libraries. He mentioned wanting reference to this in press releases.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

PHASE 2 (Software and OS - LiveCD)

Libraries which have installed software will recieve a second CD with OS and a Free Open Source Library Management system

'''Discussions:'''

This goes away from the general concept above, but a collegue made an interesting point:

For underfunded libraries the LiveCD could be useful. Consider this: Libraries have problems controlling what users do on computers. So if you provide a configure-free bootable CD with all needed software, firewalls, etc, they will love it.

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-11-21T15:24:32Z

Rossendryv: /* Ideas */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
{{incomplete}}

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Ideas ===

* Please put your ideas here :)

'''IDEA ONE - Library CD Mailing'''

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

PHASE 1 (Software only)

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on thier current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

'''Openoffice.org''' - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
OOoWikipedia plugin, links on page and CD to: OO, Support page, OOoforums, Documentation Project. OO Register page.

*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from OCAL
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a C.C. pluggin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of pluggin. For information on licencing issues for libraries: http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project. Cooperation with OO is necessary to insure OOo is represented according the wishes of their project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

PHASE 2 (Software and OS - LiveCD)

Libraries which have installed software will recieve a second CD with OS and a Free Open Source Library Management system

'''Discussions:'''

This goes away from the general concept above, but a collegue made an interesting point:

For underfunded libraries the LiveCD could be useful. Consider this: Libraries have problems controlling what users do on computers. So if you provide a configure-free bootable CD with all needed software, firewalls, etc, they will love it.

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-11-17T04:04:39Z

Rossendryv: /* Ideas */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
{{incomplete}}

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Ideas ===

* Please put your ideas here :)

'''IDEA ONE - Library CD Mailing'''

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

PHASE 1 (Software only)

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on thier current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

*Openoffice.org - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from OCAL
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a C.C. pluggin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of pluggin. For information on licencing issues for libraries: http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

PHASE 2 (Software and OS - LiveCD)

Libraries which have installed software will recieve a second CD with OS and a Free Open Source Library Management system

'''Discussions:'''

This goes away from the general concept above, but a collegue made an interesting point:

For underfunded libraries the LiveCD could be useful. Consider this: Libraries have problems controlling what users do on computers. So if you provide a configure-free bootable CD with all needed software, firewalls, etc, they will love it.

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-11-14T19:58:13Z

Rossendryv: /* Ideas */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
{{incomplete}}

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Ideas ===

* Please put your ideas here :)

'''IDEA ONE - Library CD Mailing'''

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

PHASE 1 (Software only)

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on thier current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

*Openoffice.org - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from OCAL
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a C.C. pluggin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of pluggin. For information on licencing issues for libraries: http://www.librarycopyright.net/ Spoke to Ms. Carrie Russell - the copyright specialist for the Office for Information Technology Policy of the American Library Association. Recieved positive response. Ms. Carrie Russell advised that she would consider writing information for the CD on C.C. and use for Libraries.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

PHASE 2 (Software and OS - LiveCD)

Libraries which have installed software will recieve a second CD with OS and a Free Open Source Library Management system

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-11-11T19:47:35Z

Rossendryv: /* Ideas */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
{{incomplete}}

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Ideas ===

* Please put your ideas here :)

'''IDEA ONE - Library CD Mailing'''

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

PHASE 1 (Software only)

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on thier current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

*Openoffice.org - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from OCAL
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a C.C. pluggin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of pluggin. For information on licencing issues for libraries: http://www.librarycopyright.net/

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

PHASE 2 (Software and OS - LiveCD)

Libraries which have installed software will recieve a second CD with OS and a Free Open Source Library Management system

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-11-11T19:36:22Z

Rossendryv: /* Ideas */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
{{incomplete}}

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Ideas ===

* Please put your ideas here :)

'''IDEA ONE - Library CD Mailing'''

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

PHASE 1 (Software only)

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on thier current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

*Openoffice.org - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from OCAL
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a C.C. pluggin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of pluggin.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ It would be great if it can intergrated with this project.

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

PHASE 2 (Software and OS - LiveCD)

Libraries which have installed software will recieve a second CD with OS and a Free Open Source Library Management system

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-11-09T19:37:44Z

Rossendryv: /* Ideas */

[[Category:Technology]]
[[Category:Developer Challenges]]
[[Category:Developer]]
[[Category:freesoftware]]
[[Category:opensource]]
{{incomplete}}

== Developer Challenges ==

[http://live.gnome.org/GnomeLiveCd Gnome] has one. So does [http://mono-live.com Mono]. Why not CC? A successful completion of this challenge would produce an ISO image for a bootable system that would be filled with CC licensed content and whatever the state-of-the-art in CC enabled applications is at that time. You might base it on Knoppix, Ubuntu's Live CD, or roll your own.

=== Implementations ===

* Please add your implementation here :)

=== Ideas ===

* Please put your ideas here :)

'''IDEA ONE - Library CD Mailing'''

Worldlabel.com will sponsor a Library CD mailing to 5000 to 8000 libraries as an initial test. We strongly believe that Libraries are a great way to plant seeds in the community to help Free Software to become popular. This project will bring more awareness to Open Source and help under funded Libraries save money so they can buy more books. The project will consist:

PHASE 1 (Software only)

Will only include software and no OS. The object is to get as many libraries to install FOSS on thier current system.

A) Bundle a CD productivity/entertainment suite with the following Free Open Source Programs:

*Openoffice.org - include Tutorials and Howto set up.
*FireFox
*Gimp
*Thunderbird
*Inkscape
*VLC
*Collection of clipart from OCAL
*Opendocument Format Label Templates

Need recomendation for a Free OSS library specific application for Windows?

Information on Opendocument Format from http://opendocumentfellowship.org/ included in mailing.

Possible inclusion of a C.C. pluggin pre-installed in Openoffice.org - development of pluggin.

B) Purchase a mailing list from the American Library Association and other available mailing lists.

C) The CD will be reviewed by numerous Liberians from Open Source division of Lita.org (Library Information Technology Ass.) http://www.lita.org is a part of The American Library Ass. http://www.ala.org/ These reviews hopefully will be published in numerous ALA publications. This review will be sent with the CD in the mailing so that there is neutral positive influence behind the CD and is not just coming from a commercial entity.

D) The mailing will have a mail back questioner asking did they install software and other general questions.

E) Come up with a suitable name (URL) for the CD, create ISO images and website dedicate to information on CD.

F) Find the most cost effective CD Duplication Service, Ideas on how the CD, review and information will be packaged.

Similar projects exist but are dormant: http://marketing.openoffice.org/pa/ and would be great if it can intergrated with this project

Researching 3 libraries in Putnam County, N.Y. in upscale districts, the 3 libraries had Openoffice.org, Firefox and Gimp installed. Further research in under privileged areas will be done. Visited private library which relies on Donations in Cold Springs, NY. Had no FOSS installed and where extremly receptive to the CD idea.

PHASE 2 (Software and OS - LiveCD)

Libraries which have installed software will recieve a second CD with OS and a Free Open Source Library Management system

=== Examples ===
* [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ Software to make custom ubuntu livecd]
* [http://www.frozentech.com/content/livecd.php List of all LiveCDs] (pretty much all)
* [http://www.knoppix.org/ KNOPPIX] - the most well-known LiveCD
* [http://pack.google.com/ Google Pack]
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LiveCD Wikipedia page on LiveCDs]
* Please add your example, screenshot, mockup, etc here :)

=== TODO ===

* Use [http://uck.sourceforge.net/ UCK] to create the custom liveCD, package up cc content, and burn monthly iso cds
* Please add your TODO here :)

LiveContent

2006-10-28T23:00:52Z

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2006-10-28T13:16:12Z

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2006-10-28T13:12:24Z

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2006-10-27T01:03:27Z

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2006-10-27T00:53:58Z

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2006-10-27T00:32:41Z

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2006-10-27T00:27:26Z

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2006-10-27T00:23:37Z

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2006-10-27T00:21:49Z

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2006-10-27T00:14:43Z

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2006-10-26T22:44:56Z

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