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pjones writes "Donnie Barnes has posted a longish explanation about the fate of LinuxExpo on the 'real' LinuxExpo site. This helps clarify the situation quite a bit." Read more below.

Turns out that there's really an embarrassment of riches when it comes to Linux conferences, and Donnie Barnes has decided that making them better is more important than making them more numerous, so the LinuxExpo folks are joining forces with the Atlanta Linux Showcase, and the future looks bright.

Donnie's explanation also sheds some interesting light on the growth of Linux as reflected in the attendance at shows like these. Says Donnie: "I still remember the line of almost 100 people at 9 a.m. when the doors were to open on the first event." Times change.

pjones writes "Donnie Barnes has posted a longish explanation about the fate of LinuxExpo on the 'real' LinuxExpo site. This helps clarify the situation quite a bit." Read more below.

Turns out that there's really an embarrassment of riches when it comes to Linux conferences, and Donnie Barnes has decided that making them better is more important than making them more numerous, so the LinuxExpo folks are joining forces with the Atlanta Linux Showcase, and the future looks bright.

Donnie's explanation also sheds some interesting light on the growth of Linux as reflected in the attendance at shows like these. Says Donnie: "I still remember the line of almost 100 people at 9 a.m. when the doors were to open on the first event." Times change.

I've been corresponding with a gentleman recently about the various US-Linux conferences -(thebazaar, LinuxWorld, Atlanta Linux Showcase, and LinuxExpo)-what goes on? What do people want to do there? I'd like to open the discussion floor up to this-click below for more details. So, we've been talking about what types of booths there are, what sessions there are, and what Birds-of-a-Feather sessions there are, and how often the show doesn't do what you want. That begs the question of what people are looking for? What do you want from a show?

And in the way of plugs, ALS is currently seeking sponsers for a huge LUG party down there, as well as for the speakers. So, if you are willing to contribute, or your company is, please step forward and help out. LinuxWorld has also exhibit-only badges can be registered for from their web site, for the Feb. NYC show. Update: 09/14 12:01 by H : Natalie Vercauteren from LinuxWorld asks to e-mail her with BOF proposals, if you want anything in particular at LinuxWorld NYC.

Slothy writes "The old ansi group (and modern art group of all media formats), iCE (Insane Creators Enterprise), has unveiled our new web site. The new site allows you to search through all the art we've released since 1992, and it's viewable online. And for the icing on the cake, we're giving away some free (libre) software to go with the free (beer) art. Our code to convert ANSIs to hi-resolution images is released under the GPL. Drop by and find some old ansis you may have loved or see some modern work that's truly eye-popping. " Rob and I were talking with one of these boys at LinuxExpo and thinking about the BBS days of yore. This is making me so nostalgic, I might cry.

Liz Mecham writes "Linux Expo will be raffling off Star Wars tickets for both Thursday and Friday nights. Fill out a survey at the information booth and you will be entered to win several pairs of tickets. Just to let you know, tickets are still available at local theatres such as Mission Valley. " And in only five hours, I get to go on the plane to fly there! Whee!

Liz Mecham writes "Linux Expo will be raffling off Star Wars tickets for both Thursday and Friday nights. Fill out a survey at the information booth and you will be entered to win several pairs of tickets. Just to let you know, tickets are still available at local theatres such as Mission Valley. " And in only five hours, I get to go on the plane to fly there! Whee!

Stacy Doster writes "Linux Expo '99 Finalizes List of Keynote Speakers". To check out the information on who it is, click below. We're looking forward to heading South again, and being at LinuxExpo. And I licked enough bloody envelopes for the free exhibit only passes that I better have a good time. Chapel Hill, NC, April 16, 1999-- Representatives from Linux Expo '99 have announced the Business Keynote for the 5th Annual Linux Expo. John Paul, Senior VP of the new AOL products unit, at Netscape Communications has been added to the list of distinguished speakers. John Paul joins Red Hat Software's CEO and Chairman, Bob Young, the Kick Off Keynote Speaker and the Technical Keynote, Jim Gettys, one of the original authors of the X Window System. For three business-centered and technology-packed days, May 20-22, the fifth annual Linux Expo will take over the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, NC.

John Paul, the former Netscape server SVP and general manager, will be heading up the new America Online Netscape browser project. "As head of Netscape's Server product division, John Paul has been actively involved in the most significant changes affecting the Internet and enterprise software markets over the last four years," commented Red Hat Software's Bob Young. "From this vantage point he is in a unique position to recognize the importance of Linux and the open source movement to the future of the computing industry."

With the addition of John Paul, the fifth annual Linux Expo Keynotes add another level of prestige to an already distinguished list of technical and business speakers. The conference is highlighted by industry experts sharing their Linux knowledge from the latest in kernel developments to open source enterprise solutions. In addition to a fabulous list of technical and business speakers, Linux Expo will also have some informal Birds of a Feather sessions for experts and new users alike, as well as, work-in-progress sessions showing some new and innovative roads Linux is taking. New this year, an ExtremeLinux Track introducing topics such as cluster creation and kernel programming like filesystems.

This year's Linux Expo is shaping up to be a can't-miss event. Visit the record number of Expo exhibitors showing the latest in Linux-based hardware, software, and service solutions. Join great companies like: IBM, Red Hat Software, SuSE, VA Research, Silicon Graphics, Hewlett Packard, BEA Systems, Linux Hardware Solutions, Caldera, Ki Networks, Magic Software, plus many more! In addition to the hardware, software, component and applications vendors, the Linux Expo will also keep with tradition and have the annual email garden, third annual Linux Bowl, paint ball, and other great activities for Linux gurus from across the globe.

For more information about Linux Expo or to register for the events of the Expo, please see Linuxexpo.org

Stacy Doster writes "Linux Expo '99 Finalizes List of Keynote Speakers". To check out the information on who it is, click below. We're looking forward to heading South again, and being at LinuxExpo. And I licked enough bloody envelopes for the free exhibit only passes that I better have a good time. Chapel Hill, NC, April 16, 1999-- Representatives from Linux Expo '99 have announced the Business Keynote for the 5th Annual Linux Expo. John Paul, Senior VP of the new AOL products unit, at Netscape Communications has been added to the list of distinguished speakers. John Paul joins Red Hat Software's CEO and Chairman, Bob Young, the Kick Off Keynote Speaker and the Technical Keynote, Jim Gettys, one of the original authors of the X Window System. For three business-centered and technology-packed days, May 20-22, the fifth annual Linux Expo will take over the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, NC.

John Paul, the former Netscape server SVP and general manager, will be heading up the new America Online Netscape browser project. "As head of Netscape's Server product division, John Paul has been actively involved in the most significant changes affecting the Internet and enterprise software markets over the last four years," commented Red Hat Software's Bob Young. "From this vantage point he is in a unique position to recognize the importance of Linux and the open source movement to the future of the computing industry."

With the addition of John Paul, the fifth annual Linux Expo Keynotes add another level of prestige to an already distinguished list of technical and business speakers. The conference is highlighted by industry experts sharing their Linux knowledge from the latest in kernel developments to open source enterprise solutions. In addition to a fabulous list of technical and business speakers, Linux Expo will also have some informal Birds of a Feather sessions for experts and new users alike, as well as, work-in-progress sessions showing some new and innovative roads Linux is taking. New this year, an ExtremeLinux Track introducing topics such as cluster creation and kernel programming like filesystems.

This year's Linux Expo is shaping up to be a can't-miss event. Visit the record number of Expo exhibitors showing the latest in Linux-based hardware, software, and service solutions. Join great companies like: IBM, Red Hat Software, SuSE, VA Research, Silicon Graphics, Hewlett Packard, BEA Systems, Linux Hardware Solutions, Caldera, Ki Networks, Magic Software, plus many more! In addition to the hardware, software, component and applications vendors, the Linux Expo will also keep with tradition and have the annual email garden, third annual Linux Bowl, paint ball, and other great activities for Linux gurus from across the globe.

For more information about Linux Expo or to register for the events of the Expo, please see Linuxexpo.org

peterjm sent us a link to a CNN article about the prequel trailer threatening networks as people keep emailing that 25 meg file around. I'm also hearing rumors that Menace tickets will be sold a week early, and not held off until the last minute as originally planned. Can anyone confirm this? This might help matters for those of us planning on being out of town that week.

Well, I seem to be the Santa Claus of conference exhibit-only passes today. As the title would make obvious, we've got fifty free LinuxExpo passes. The conference is in Raleigh-Durham, May 18-22. Click below if you want address information and such. OK, kids, I need a stamped, self-addressed envelope. I'm not paying for your fun. :) Send that to: LinuxExpo Passes 116 E.18th Holland, MI 49423

Stephen Legge writes "Here's an article from the Toronto Globe&Mail about studios shuffling their spring line-up in anticipation of a chaotic Phantom Menance opening." Also worth noting, they've moved the release date from the 21st to the 19th. It still overlaps Linux Expo. Are we gonna rent a theater out or what?

Stacy Doster sent in a press release from Linux Expo saying that Jim Gettys from Compaq (probably more well known for his work at X work at Digital before they were gobbled up) will be making the keynote. The rest of the release is attached below. Linux Expo '99 Names Technical Keynote Speaker

Chapel Hill- January 11, 1999- Organizers for the 5th Linux Expo have announced that Jim Gettys, senior consulting engineer at Compaq Computer Corporation, will deliver the Technical Keynote at the May 18-22 Linux event. Make plans now to come to the Raleigh, NC Convention Center to share the latest developments in Linux technology and its exciting future.

Linux Expo '99 begins with a day of information packed tutorials, followed by three fact-filled days of conferences, an exhibit hall with the latest in Linux technology, product launches, and the chance to mingle with industry experts.

Highlighting the Linux Expo are the Technical and Business Keynotes. Jim Gettys, this year's technical keynote, is one of the original authors of the X Window System. He coordinated the efforts of contributors both inside and outside Digital of the development of X Window System, one of the first major software systems to be built in an open, distributed, collaborative fashion. The X Window System provides the base technology for developing graphical user interfaces on Linux, UNIX, and VMS. He has also worked on distributed audio and teleconferencing systems. Jim is currently the editor of the IETF "Hypertext Transport Protocol -- HTTP/1.1" specification.

Also attending the 5th Linux Expo will be Linux gurus from all over the globe, including system administrators, software developers, CTO's, IT Managers, web developers, and ISP's. Past Linux Expo's have attracted luminaries such as Linus Torvalds, Robert Young, Eric Raymond and Jon "maddog" Hall- just to name a few. "Jim Gettys will be a great addition to what is already an established, successful and growing show," said Jon "maddog" Hall, Executive Director of Linux International. "The Linux Expo gives the Linux community a chance to discuss the latest open source developments in a cordial, highly technical environment."

Stay tuned for the Business Keynote announcement in February, and don't miss the 5th Annual Linux Expo.

For more information about the Linux Expo or to register, please check out the Linux Expo website at link or call 919-942-3318 CONTACT: Stacy Doster
Linux Expo
1-919-942-3318
stacy@linuxexpo.org

Stacy Doster sent in a press release from Linux Expo saying that Jim Gettys from Compaq (probably more well known for his work at X work at Digital before they were gobbled up) will be making the keynote. The rest of the release is attached below. Linux Expo '99 Names Technical Keynote Speaker

Chapel Hill- January 11, 1999- Organizers for the 5th Linux Expo have announced that Jim Gettys, senior consulting engineer at Compaq Computer Corporation, will deliver the Technical Keynote at the May 18-22 Linux event. Make plans now to come to the Raleigh, NC Convention Center to share the latest developments in Linux technology and its exciting future.

Linux Expo '99 begins with a day of information packed tutorials, followed by three fact-filled days of conferences, an exhibit hall with the latest in Linux technology, product launches, and the chance to mingle with industry experts.

Highlighting the Linux Expo are the Technical and Business Keynotes. Jim Gettys, this year's technical keynote, is one of the original authors of the X Window System. He coordinated the efforts of contributors both inside and outside Digital of the development of X Window System, one of the first major software systems to be built in an open, distributed, collaborative fashion. The X Window System provides the base technology for developing graphical user interfaces on Linux, UNIX, and VMS. He has also worked on distributed audio and teleconferencing systems. Jim is currently the editor of the IETF "Hypertext Transport Protocol -- HTTP/1.1" specification.

Also attending the 5th Linux Expo will be Linux gurus from all over the globe, including system administrators, software developers, CTO's, IT Managers, web developers, and ISP's. Past Linux Expo's have attracted luminaries such as Linus Torvalds, Robert Young, Eric Raymond and Jon "maddog" Hall- just to name a few. "Jim Gettys will be a great addition to what is already an established, successful and growing show," said Jon "maddog" Hall, Executive Director of Linux International. "The Linux Expo gives the Linux community a chance to discuss the latest open source developments in a cordial, highly technical environment."

Stay tuned for the Business Keynote announcement in February, and don't miss the 5th Annual Linux Expo.

For more information about the Linux Expo or to register, please check out the Linux Expo website at link or call 919-942-3318 CONTACT: Stacy Doster
Linux Expo
1-919-942-3318
stacy@linuxexpo.org

Steve Blood, the pivotal figure for the bazaar has sent over an update about some pretty major changes to the actual. I've posted that below-but some of the good news is that the pricing will be changing dramatically: 175$ for all conference sessions and tutorials, and 100$ for students. That's good news for everyone's pocket book. The Bazaar is going through a major transition which has been brought on by a number of factors which you can read about (if you have any desire to know more about what we've had to deal with) in a ranty, somewhat bitter, open letter I wrote, but decided not to do anything with.

To summarize what's happening: the Bazaar was conceived as a nonprofit conference and expo for free software that would benefit development groups. As it turned out, the dates which we chose specifically to not conflict with LINC Expo or Linux Expo, ended up being very close to IDG's LinuxWorld Expo -- another new show which wasn't announced until after our show was confirmed. Although this was unfortunate we didn't think it was the end of the world.

From the beginning we took a noncompetitive approach with IDG: the Bazaar was, after all, a different show in a different place. Hackers, developers, speakers and attendees liked that approach and we've had tons of support from all over the world.

However, that same approach got us no where with exhibitors and sponsors, i.e. the companies we need to support us so that we can afford to put this show on. Everyone has shut us down, given us the run-around and altogether sent the Bazaar to the brink of its life, except for a few, very excellent companies who believe in the spirit of our show (VA, Patmos, Linux HW).

Anyway, last week I appealed to a couple of leaders in the Linux business community for some help and they told me that competing with IDG was basically hopeless and wished me luck.

Well, our luck was running out, so I contacted a company that was interested in partnering up with us. It wasn't what I wanted to do with the Bazaar, but this company likes our mission and is willing to keep it as a nonprofit event with developers at the center. And they are a major company with the media and capital resources to make things happen.

So please bear with us as we go through some restructuring. If you have any suggestions -- except about the pricing which will change drastically, probably $175 for all the conference sessions and tutorials, $100 for students -- or questions please contact me or the staff.

-steve blood

Donnie Barnes wrote in to say " LinuxExpo apologizes for the confusion and does intend to provide several booth spaces to non-profit organizations on a first come, first served basis. " Interested folks should contact stacy@linuxexpo.org.

Several folks have written in over the weekend (including Alan himself) to point us to Alan Cox's Diary where he says that LinuxWorld has no intention of covering speaker expenses for their show. There's always The Bazaar and Linux Expo.

Stacy Doster from Linux Expo wrote in to tell us about LinuxExpo 99, coming this may. I've attached her blurb after the link where you can read who's gonna speak and other stuff. Check out the website for information and registration.

THE HEAT CRANKS UP FOR LINUX EXPO '99

Chapel Hill, NC-- November 2, 1998-- Linux is the software buzzword on everyone's lips and here is the opportunity to find out why. Discover why attendance at the Linux Expo has more than doubled every year- and why Linux has become an industry heatwave during the hottest Linux show ever! For five spectacular days, May 18-22, 1999, share the latest development in Linux technology and its blistering future as Linux Expo heats up the Raleigh Convention and Conference Center Complex in Raleigh, NC.

For the fifth year in a row, Linux Expo is the premier Linux conference and exhibition. The conference features both business and technical tracks that leave any Linux enthusiast hot with knowledge. Exhibitors will be displaying their latest Linux-based hardware, software, and service solutions. Look for such companies as: S.u.S.E, VA Research, Red Hat Software, Linux Hardware Solutions, Linux Journal Magazine, Sun Mircosystems, InterBase Software, Adaptec, plus many others!

In addition to drawing system administrators, software developers, CTO's, IT managers, and web developers, past Linux Expo's have attracted such luminaries as Linus Torvalds, Robert Young, Eric Raymond, and Jon "Maddog" Hall- just to name a few. Some events from last year are making a fiery return- The Quake Fest, Games Forum, Editor Wars, and an Email Garden.

Don't miss the fact and fun-filled fifth Linux Expo- or you'll be left out in the cold.

For more information about the Linux Expo or to register, please check out the Linux Expo website at link or call 919-942-3318

CONTACT:
Stacy Doster
Linux Expo
1-919-942-3318
stacy@linuxexpo.org

Stacy Doster from Linux Expo wrote in to tell us about LinuxExpo 99, coming this may. I've attached her blurb after the link where you can read who's gonna speak and other stuff. Check out the website for information and registration.

THE HEAT CRANKS UP FOR LINUX EXPO '99

Chapel Hill, NC-- November 2, 1998-- Linux is the software buzzword on everyone's lips and here is the opportunity to find out why. Discover why attendance at the Linux Expo has more than doubled every year- and why Linux has become an industry heatwave during the hottest Linux show ever! For five spectacular days, May 18-22, 1999, share the latest development in Linux technology and its blistering future as Linux Expo heats up the Raleigh Convention and Conference Center Complex in Raleigh, NC.

For the fifth year in a row, Linux Expo is the premier Linux conference and exhibition. The conference features both business and technical tracks that leave any Linux enthusiast hot with knowledge. Exhibitors will be displaying their latest Linux-based hardware, software, and service solutions. Look for such companies as: S.u.S.E, VA Research, Red Hat Software, Linux Hardware Solutions, Linux Journal Magazine, Sun Mircosystems, InterBase Software, Adaptec, plus many others!

In addition to drawing system administrators, software developers, CTO's, IT managers, and web developers, past Linux Expo's have attracted such luminaries as Linus Torvalds, Robert Young, Eric Raymond, and Jon "Maddog" Hall- just to name a few. Some events from last year are making a fiery return- The Quake Fest, Games Forum, Editor Wars, and an Email Garden.

Don't miss the fact and fun-filled fifth Linux Expo- or you'll be left out in the cold.

For more information about the Linux Expo or to register, please check out the Linux Expo website at link or call 919-942-3318

CONTACT:
Stacy Doster
Linux Expo
1-919-942-3318
stacy@linuxexpo.org

Stacy Doster from Linux Expo wrote in to tell us about LinuxExpo 99, coming this may. I've attached her blurb after the link where you can read who's gonna speak and other stuff. Check out the website for information and registration.

THE HEAT CRANKS UP FOR LINUX EXPO '99

Chapel Hill, NC-- November 2, 1998-- Linux is the software buzzword on everyone's lips and here is the opportunity to find out why. Discover why attendance at the Linux Expo has more than doubled every year- and why Linux has become an industry heatwave during the hottest Linux show ever! For five spectacular days, May 18-22, 1999, share the latest development in Linux technology and its blistering future as Linux Expo heats up the Raleigh Convention and Conference Center Complex in Raleigh, NC.

For the fifth year in a row, Linux Expo is the premier Linux conference and exhibition. The conference features both business and technical tracks that leave any Linux enthusiast hot with knowledge. Exhibitors will be displaying their latest Linux-based hardware, software, and service solutions. Look for such companies as: S.u.S.E, VA Research, Red Hat Software, Linux Hardware Solutions, Linux Journal Magazine, Sun Mircosystems, InterBase Software, Adaptec, plus many others!

In addition to drawing system administrators, software developers, CTO's, IT managers, and web developers, past Linux Expo's have attracted such luminaries as Linus Torvalds, Robert Young, Eric Raymond, and Jon "Maddog" Hall- just to name a few. Some events from last year are making a fiery return- The Quake Fest, Games Forum, Editor Wars, and an Email Garden.

Don't miss the fact and fun-filled fifth Linux Expo- or you'll be left out in the cold.

For more information about the Linux Expo or to register, please check out the Linux Expo website at link or call 919-942-3318

CONTACT:
Stacy Doster
Linux Expo
1-919-942-3318
stacy@linuxexpo.org

While kicking back at the Linux Expo (shots of me and Linus coming soon), I noticed Intel and Hewlett-Packard are expecting to encounter manufacturing problems with Merced. As a result, the chip will not be released at least until the year 2000. While Intel never gave a definitive date on the chip, I don't think anyone was really expecting it to come out anytime next year. Perhaps I'm wrong though...

As I'm sure most of you have guessed, I'm heading to LinuxExpo. In fact, the Suburban will be loaded with me and 4 friends in about an hour. MapQuest says 16 hours- Jeff says 12 *grin*. I'm looking forward to seeing those of you lucky enough to be joining us down there. And now the important part:I beg everyone to keep email to me to a bare minimum- I just can't handle the 400 emails/day I usually get while I'm down there! Use the Submissions Form for stories, and we'll try to keep the news flowing (plus updates from the front!). But if you email comments, questions etc, I'm not going to be very responsive for the next 72 hours, so wait a few days and make life easier for both of us *grin*.

Linus, keynote speaker at this year's Linux Expo, put kernel 2.1.103 in its rightful place. Updates this patch include: i386 updates, paride (parallel port IDE) updates, PCI, and SCSI updates.

Allright a couple a tidbits that I just wanted to throw out. First off, I am definately going to Linux Expo, and am really looking forward to it. The hard part is going to be posting Slashdot Stories while I'm there... hopefully I'll be able to get good net access from kind willing souls *grin*. Secondly, a bit furthur off is the Atlanta Linux Showcase coming in October. Greg Hankins has written a blurb plugging the event and asking for speakers and vendors- hit the link below for some gory details.

The following is a blatant plug for the Atlanta Linux Showcase by Greg Hankins

Atlanta Linux Showcase Needs Your Help!

The Atlanta Linux Enthusiasts users group is preparing for their second annual Linux show, the 1998 Atlanta Linux Showcase, October 23 - 24, 1998 in Atlanta, GA. We are going to have 2 days of Linux talks, vendor exhibits, BOFs, and non-stop Linux action, and you can catch NetWorld+Interop the same week.

We're looking for vendors to exhibit at the show, and sponsors -- we need help covering speaker travel, hardware and equipment loans, and Internet access. We also need speakers to talk about Linux and free software or Open Source topics.

Last but not least, we're in need of a few people that can volunteer to help put on the show (you don't necessarily need to be located in Atlanta). If you are interested in helping out with a large all-volunteer run conference and trade show, please get in touch with us. We're also seeking involvement from other Linux users groups.

Visit our web pages (http://www.ale.org/showcase/) for details, or email us at als-info@ale.org.

AMD will be renaming the chip formerly known as the "K6 3D" to be the "K6-2". The chip will use the 100MHz bus and likely be announced May 28th (coinciding with the Linux Expo).
The company also announced they are naming the 21 MMX-like instructions in the K6-2 "3DNow!". The instructions will be supported by Cyrix and IDT.

Linus, keynote speaker at this year's Linux Expo, coughed up a nice tarball of kernel 2.1.99 and put it in the usual place. A few changes in this big patch include: major documentation updates for many, many things, some x86 IRQ updates, a quick sparc memory management fix, and some scheduling updates

I know everyone has been talking about the Linux Expo coming up in may, but Greg Hankins asked me to plug the Atlanta Linux Showcase as well. Bruce mentioned it in passing in his debian-announce message. The showcase runs from Oct 23 to 24 in Atlanta. Sounds cool...

debian-announce just sent out a message saying that Bruce Perens will be speaking at the LinuxExpo. In addition to LinuxExpo, Debian hopefully will be at The Atlanta Linux Showcase, International Linux Kongress, and the SANE conference.

As a side note, the message also mentioned that the Berlin is joining up with Software in the Public Interest (Debian's Corporation).

Thank Adrian Likins for letting us know that The LinuxExpo Website has been updated. They now list costs, dates, events and lot's of other information. The dates don't overlap any of my classes, so there is a very good chance that I'll be there. Hope to see ya.

In what will undoubtedly be the single most important achievement in the development of free software, the vi vs. emacs war will be settled at the Linux Expo. The war will be settled in the only fair way:Paintball! Thanks to Michael Maher for sending this my way. I hope I can make it... guess which team I'll be on!