[GLLUG] Ubuntu CDs for Penguicon

[Chick Tower]

This is actually a note Nathan sent me about putting Linux CDs in the 
library, but it just occurred to me that we should be ordering Ubuntu 
CDs for Penguicon now if we want to get enough of them.  Jordan didn't 
seem to get much cooperation from Canonical last year, but maybe writing 
to the address Nathan provided for ShipIt can get us better results.  I 
could create an account for myself, but I don't use Ubuntu, so I would 
rather not do so.  How many other people already have accounts that they 
would be willing to use to request CDs for us?

                                Chick


Nathan Hartley wrote:
> My recap/summary of another person's suggestion...
> 
> It may prove wasteful and limit the choices, but one simple solution would
> be to request large batches of CDs from Conical, maybe put a GLUG sticker on
> each and place them in the community information racks at the libraries.
> 
> Ubuntu ShipIt is down while they switch over to shipping Feisty Fawn so I
> cannot tell you how many you can order at a time. But this is what the FAQ
> says:
> 
> How Many CDs Can I Order?
> When you log in to your ShipIt account, you can select from a number of
> different standard options. You can also make a special request for
> different quantities, but please note that this will take longer to process.
> We will consider special requests if you are a teacher giving CDs to your
> students, or if you are distributing CDs at a conference or other organized
> event. If you experience any problems with ShipIt, please: Email
> info at shipit.ubuntu.com
> http://www.ubuntu.com/getubuntu/shipit-faq
> 
> 
> Conical also sells large quantities (100+) for EUR 1.50/CD.
> http://www.ubuntu.com/files/u1/BulkCDOrderForm.pdf