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MECOLLAB: Install and test Linux In-Person / Online

Ready to explore the world of Linux? In this beginner-friendly, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to install a Linux operating system directly from a USB drive with the goal of either installing linux onto your computer or simply testing it. We’ll walk you through every step, from choosing the right Linux distribution to creating a bootable USB and installing Linux onto a laptop or desktop. Whether you're looking to revive an old machine, test-drive Linux for development, or just explore something new, this workshop will get you started with confidence. 

Date:
Monday, October 20, 2025
Time:
11:30am - 12:30pm
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Seminar Room 206

Registration is required. There are 15 in-person seats available. There are 97 online seats available.

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